Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 31 March 2021
647. Deputy Gary Gannon asked the Minister for Education when her Department began the process of holding copies of children's school reports as outlined in a programme (details supplied); the rationale for holding such information; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [17602/21]
View answerAt the outset, I wish to acknowledge the seriousness of the issues raised in the recent RTÉ Investigates programme.
I also want to assure the House and the families of children with special educational needs that my Department has never unlawfully collected or passed on the sensitive educational information of children involved in court cases.
My Department is currently reviewing case files in this matter with a view to establishing the facts of how these cases were managed. The outcome of this review will inform further action.
