Vol. 505 No. 3
289 Mr. M. Higgins asked the Minister for Education and Science the outcome of a recent meeting held between an official of his Department (details supplied) and a number of temporary assistant primary teachers regarding concerns relating to the terms and conditions of their employment; the progress, if any, made on these issues; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [13755/99]
An official of my Department recently met two people who are not recognised by my Department as qualified primary teachers. The two people sought recognition as trained primary teachers as a consequence of service that they have given over a number of years. The bulk of the service given by the two people has been substitute service.
The presentation made by the two people is being considered within my Department. As soon as a decision is reached in this matter, the persons in question will be informed.
