Brian Hayes
Ceist:1146 Deputy Brian Hayes asked the Minister for Education and Science when he will commence section 30 of the Teaching Council Act 2001; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [33371/09]
Amharc ar fhreagraTuesday, 6 October 2009
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Freagraí scríofa
I have indicated my intention to commence Section 30 of the Teaching Council Act in the near future. I have also indicated that the commencement of the section will provide for it to be regulated that a school may employ unregistered personnel on a time limited basis in exceptional circumstances.
I believe that the above proposed legislative arrangement reflects the situation facing schools today where it is not always possible, for a variety of reasons, to engage a registered teacher for substitution duty.
I intend that this proposed amendment will be facilitated under the Education (Patronage) Bill which is due to be published during the Autumn term of the Oireachtas.