Bertie Ahern (Dublin Central, Fianna Fail)

Yes, but there has been an improvement in the pupil-teacher ratio. There has also been an improvement in the capital programme and in addressing disadvantage. Smaller class sizes are being introduced, particularly for the disadvantaged. A number of improvements have taken place. As I said in reply to Deputy Kenny, one would like to achieve even more, particularly for the disadvantaged.

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