Paul Kehoe (Wexford, Fine Gael)
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I have one question. It might be for Dr. Kelly but our other two witnesses might contribute on this point as well. In the last session, we spoke to witnesses about children going from primary school into secondary education. There is a huge onus in that context, whether on parents, primary school teachers or career guidance teachers and a void exists in this regard. I will not say to "educate", but to provide the student with information concerning subject matter and career choice. I know children at the age of 11 and 12 do not know what they want to do. It is important as well not to bamboozle them about what they will have to do if they pick a subject. Is there a void there and if so, how could it be filled and who would it be up to do it? Does Dr. Kelly understand my question and what I am trying to arrive at?