Frank Feighan (Roscommon-South Leitrim, Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

Does any other member wish to make a contribution and ask a question? I wish to ask a few questions but first I congratulate St. Angela's College on its 60th anniversary. The witnesses have clearly outlined new Border initiatives within teacher education. However, St. Angela's College is also recognised for its excellent achievements in nurse education. Is there any likelihood of developing cross-Border collaboration in this area with the University of Ulster? Given obesity levels on the island of Ireland, home economics education has never been more timely. My understanding is that home economics education is mandatory for all second level students in the North. What needs to be done to ensure access for all students on the island of Ireland to home economics education? It is commendable that the memorandum of understanding has been signed by both HEIs. However, it is often the case that policy agreements of this nature take some time to be implemented. Have the delegates got specific examples of how the initiatives they have mentioned will operate in practice?