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Dáil Éireann díospóireacht -
Thursday, 9 Oct 2003

Vol. 572 No. 2

Written Answers. - Post-Leaving Certificate Courses.

Richard Bruton

Ceist:

123 Mr. R. Bruton asked the Minister for Education and Science if he has recently conducted a review of post leaving certificate courses and their needs for future development; the recommendations that have been made to him; and the recommendations which have already been acted upon. [22731/03]

The PLC review was commissioned by my Department to examine the sector and make recommendations as necessary regarding the organisational, support, development, technical and administrative structures and resources required in schools with large scale PLC provision. The final report was completed in April 2003. A copy of the report will be forwarded to the Deputy.

The recommendations in the report are wide-ranging and encompass proposals that extend beyond PLC provision, including issues which impact on the shaping of structures for the delivery of further and adult education into the future, and on other sectors of the education system.

My Department is currently engaged in discussions with management and staff interests with regard to the recommendations.

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