asked the Minister for Education if the retention figures for St. Brigid's girls national school, Bothar Brugha, Drogheda, County Louth warrant the appointment of an assistant teacher to replace a teacher who has retired; when the replacement teacher will be appointed; the educational provision she suggests the school make for the 37 pupils affected until a decision has been reached; if the appointment will be on a temporary or permanent basis; and if she will make a statement on the matter.
Written Answers. - School Appointment.
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The average enrolment at this school is not sufficient to warrant a replacement appointment in accordance with the rules for national schools.