School Staffing.

Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 24 February 2004

Tuesday, 24 February 2004

Questions (200)

Olwyn Enright

Question:

295 Ms Enright asked the Minister for Education and Science the number of post-primary schools that employ school chaplains; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [5786/04]

Written answers

Minister for Education and Science (Mr. N. Dempsey)

Ex-quota chaplain posts are allocated in respect of community and comprehensive schools and designated community colleges. There are currently 140 WTE posts allocated in respect of chaplaincy services for the (2003-04) school year.