Ivan Yates
Ceist:36 Mr. Yates asked the Minister for Education and Science if he will clarify his commitment in relation to one-teacher schools; and the timeframe within which he will deliver this commitment. [21716/97]
Written Answers. - One-Teacher Schools.
The Deputy will be aware that An Action Programme for the Millennium contains a commitment to give primary education a clear priority in allocating resources. In this context, the programme specifically states that one-teacher schools with ten or more pupils will receive a second teacher. I am currently examining a range of options with a view to identifying the most appropriate way to fulfil the Government's commitments to one-teacher schools.