Paul Kehoe (Wexford, Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

That concludes our meeting. I thank Dr. Emer Smyth, Dr. Ruth Freeman, Ms Meadhbh Costello, Mr. Neil McDonnell and Mr. Tony Donohoe for attending, and also Mr. Aidan Power. I commend all the witnesses on their extensive research and commitment, and their willingness to engage with the committee and share their expert knowledge, expertise and insights. We are discussing an important issue. We hope the Minister will publish her report on the reform of leaving certificate from the National Council for Curriculum and Assessment, NCCA. It would be beneficial to this committee and everyone else involved. I do not believe the committee will have the appetite to publish a report until we see the NCCA report. It would be more beneficial to have representatives of the NCCA before the committee.

Again, I thank the witnesses for their insights. It has been beneficial for the committee to consider the issue from the point of view of industry. The contributions were fabulous.