Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 2 February 2017
127. Deputy Carol Nolan asked the Minister for Education and Skills the areas in which teacher supply is an issue; and the actions his Department will take as a result of the report prepared by the Teaching Council on the issue. [5017/17]
Amharc ar fhreagraThe attention of my Department has been brought to reported shortages in certain subject areas, such as Home Economics. However, comprehensive data on teacher supply and demand in specific subject areas is not available to my Department.
The Deputy is aware that the Teaching Council has provided its advice and report to my Department on the matter of teacher supply. My Department is currently considering the report and its recommendations, and will then determine which actions should be taken.
