Seán Haughey (Dublin North Central, Fianna Fail)

I am aware of the recent ASTI survey, based on responses from 334 teachers of junior certificate science, which indicates that 14% of schools have dropped a leaving certificate science subject from the curriculum this year and which indicates the teachers' view that a further 20% of schools are likely to drop a science subject this year. The issues around subject choice, including science, can be further considered as part of the consultations with the education partners on the allocation of the remaining additional posts under the renewed programme for Government. The Department is very conscious of the issue and is committed to implementing the strategy for science, technology and innovation in all its aspects. This issue is a major priority for Government.

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