Dinny McGinley (Donegal South West, Fine Gael)

Question 101: To ask the Minister for Education and Science if her attention has been drawn to the possible detrimental effects on the health of children who are burdened by heavy schools bags; if there are plans to reduce the number of books they are obliged to carry to and from school; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [5026/08]

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