Mairéad Farrell (Galway West, Sinn Fein)
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I would expect nothing less. We can discuss the matter further. It is a concern that I have at the moment.

I want to raise again with the Minister the lack of a secondary school on Inishbofin. From speaking to young families in particular on Inishbofin who want to continue living on the island, I have learned that the lack of a secondary school is a problem. It also makes it very difficult for people to move back there. This is because they know they will either have to move away from the island when their children reach secondary school age or send their children to Clifden and other places. This will have a severe impact in terms of the future of the island. It is very important that I raise this issue with the Minister again. If and when reviews are taking place regarding secondary schools, I ask that Inishbofin be considered. I am not sure how that process works.