Education and Training Boards

Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 30 January 2018

Tuesday, 30 January 2018

Ceisteanna (219)

Michael Lowry

Ceist:

219. Deputy Michael Lowry asked the Minister for Education and Skills when instructions will be finalised and issued to ETBI and ETBs regarding the proposed BTEI conversion process; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [4044/18]

Freagraí scríofa

Minister of State at the Department of Education and Skills

The BTEI conversion process is the subject of ongoing discussions between my Department, Education & Training Boards Ireland and the Teachers Union of Ireland.  Therefore, it would not be appropriate for me to comment any further at this stage.