State Examinations Commission

Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 1 February 2018

Thursday, 1 February 2018

Ceisteanna (49)

Thomas Byrne

Ceist:

49. Deputy Thomas Byrne asked the Minister for Education and Skills the reason for the State Examinations Commission annual deficit tripling during 2017 to more than €2.2 million; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [4689/18]

Freagraí scríofa

Minister for Education and Skills

The State Examinations Commission has statutory responsibility for operational matters relating to the certificate examinations. In view of this I have forwarded your question to the Commission for direct reply to you.