Kieran O'Donnell (Limerick City, Fine Gael)
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It should be the Department's business to ensure there is a structured approach to PE and sport in the context of the advance of obesity and the rapid increase in childhood diabetes. I want a school system that is fit for purpose. Children are going into a world in which ICT is very important. Sport is also very important for a range of reasons, including individual social skills and general fitness and the future costs to the health system. Has the Department considered ensuring schools allocate some of their budgets to recruit PE teachers?