Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 17 September 2014
1410. Deputy Finian McGrath asked the Minister for Education and Skills if she will ensure that there are no further cuts to the daily running costs of schools as it could lead to closures; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [34359/14]
View answerThis Government has sought to protect education spending and maintain frontline education services as far as possible. However, levels of educational expenditure cannot be determined in a manner that ignores the economic reality.
Budget 2012 provided for a further reduction in capitation and related grants of 1% in 2015.
The Deputy will appreciate that I cannot at this stage anticipate any specific decisions the Government may take in the next Budget.
