Paul Kehoe (Wexford, Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

If the Minister were to give a message to parents on guaranteeing that schools will remain open, what would that message be? This is a serious issue in the community. Transmission is not occurring in schools but in the community. There is a responsibility on every citizen of the State and parents of children going to school to make sure schools are a safe environment for their students. All of us have anecdotal evidence of birthday parties, other celebrations and this, that and the other taking place. I believe the virus has been transferred into the school community as a result of what has been happening in homes. As we approach the Easter break, every parent and child and everybody involved in education, including the Minister and Government, wants to see schools remain open. What message would the Minister give to parents?