Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 30 July 2020
84. Deputy Patrick Costello asked the Minister for Education and Skills if the establishment of a new section for education research and policy within her Department has commenced as stated in the Programme for Government; and the timeline for same. [18118/20]
View answerThe Programme for Government contains a commitment to establish a new Education Research and Policy Section within my Department, which will be tasked with ensuring that educational policy development in Ireland is informed by a strong evidence base, is outcomes focused, and cognisant of best international practices. The arrangements for the establishment of the section are under consideration at present.
