Róisín Shortall
Question:76 Ms Shortall asked the Minister for Education and Science his response to the Cromien report on the operation of his Department; and the actions he will take on foot of this report. [2780/01]
Vol. 529 No. 3
76 Ms Shortall asked the Minister for Education and Science his response to the Cromien report on the operation of his Department; and the actions he will take on foot of this report. [2780/01]
I welcome Mr. Cromien's report on my Department's operations, systems and staffing needs. I initiated the review with a view to ensuring the most effective functioning of my Department in the interests of the Irish education system as a whole.
Mr. Cromien's review reflects very clearly and starkly the difficulties faced by my Department in delivering quality services in a highly challenging environment. The report makes concrete and wide ranging recommendations for improving this position. I intend to pursue this proposed agenda for change as a matter of high priority.