Norma Foley (Kerry, Fianna Fail) | Oireachtas source

Deputy Ó Laoghaire is correct that clarity and choice was really what was offered to students on foot of the announcement by the Government in the not-too-distant past. On the issue of what is being provided for students, as we are currently in the midst of a pandemic, they were given the opportunity to choose the calculated grades process and, in addition, to sit the written exams in June with all that entails if they so wish. Those are the two options that are being provided for students. In the midst of a pandemic, it is a fair option. It allows students the opportunity to choose one or both and it makes provision from a public health point of view as well in terms of what may happen going forward.