Oireachtas Joint and Select Committees
Tuesday, 15 June 2021
Joint Oireachtas Committee on Education and Skills
School Bullying and the Impact on Mental Health: Discussion (Resumed)
Paul Kehoe (Wexford, Fine Gael)
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At one of our meetings someone spoke about the curriculum at primary and secondary schools to allow for more physical exercise for pupils. What are the witnesses' views on the importance of physical exercise for mental health and various reasons? The curriculum is so packed. We cannot extend the school week but should we extend the school day? I am not sure whose area of responsibility this might be. Is there too much in the curriculum?