Denis Naughten (Roscommon-South Leitrim, Fine Gael)

When will we see the new model we have been promised for 12 months? When will we see specific and detailed proposals in respect of it? We have heard Government promises on reports and action year on year. We need that action now. The Minister made the point that her first priority is places and her second diversity. She stated earlier that provision in Balbriggan, which in reality is segregated, reflects the new Balbriggan. It is not acceptable. The lack of places and planning has led to the lack of diversity in our schools today. What action will be taken to make provision in 2008 rather than promises on implementation further along the road?

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