State Examinations Commission

Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 1 May 2018

Tuesday, 1 May 2018

Ceisteanna (150)

Thomas Byrne

Ceist:

150. Deputy Thomas Byrne asked the Minister for Education and Skills his views on whether it is necessary for teachers to have taught the politics course to be employed by the State Examinations Commission to correct the leaving certificate exam; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [18818/18]

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 query to the State Examinations Commission for direct reply to you.