Brian Cowen (Laois-Offaly, Fianna Fail)

Many decisions have been made in the Department of Education and Science under the present incumbent, many of which, although necessary, have not received much support from the other side of the House. In this respect, the Minister will bring the matter to the Government, it will consider the matter when it arises and deal with it accordingly. When a decision is taken it will be announced. That is the way governments work.

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