Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 9 June 2020
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Covid-19 Pandemic Supports
189. Deputy Norma Foley asked the Minister for Education and Skills if extra resources will be made available to schools to ensure students will not have to share resources, for example, library books and so on. [10288/20]
Amharc ar fhreagraOn the 1st May 2020, the Taoiseach announced as part of the “Roadmap for Reopening Society and Business” that schools will commence opening on a phased basis at the beginning of the 2020/2021 academic year.
The Department is currently working with the Education Partners and relevant stakeholders in planning for this re-opening which will be based on public health advice. A core objective will be to ensure that schools and other education settings can re-open and operate in a safe manner that is consistent with public health advice.
