Mr. John Kearney:

We are currently working through the final stages and being greatly supported by the Department in that regard. We very much intend to proceed as quickly as we can with the national roll-out. I believe this year is a realistic target for that. I take on board the Deputy's observations and concerns that we are duplicating support services. Our experience of the pilot in north Dublin and the Kildare region is that it shows the build-up of significant and productive synergy with the CDNTs.

The real benefit for us is when you see the showcase events with schooling communities and NEPS colleagues that have worked in tandem, with the benefits can bring schooling communities.