Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 6 May 2004
136 Mr. Stanton asked the Minister for Education and Science his views on the request by the joint managerial body of the Association of Management of Catholic Secondary Schools to appoint chaplains to all voluntary secondary schools; if he will be able to accede to this request; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [13132/04]
Amharc ar fhreagraEx-quota chaplain posts are allocated in respect of community and comprehensive schools and designated community colleges. Discussions are taking place with the relevant authorities on the allocation of ex-quota chaplain posts to other second level schools. However, the allocation of such posts must be considered in the context of priority needs and available resources.
