Seán Crowe (Dublin South West, Sinn Fein)

A lot of the briefings on Waterford came from the Government. If change will not happen in the long term, I do not see the point. We talked about the amalgamation of schools. There is a clear need to amalgamate some ITs. The fact that most of them want to come together is positive, particularly in Dublin. Other supports need to be available.

One issue which may not be an issue for the Minister's Department but another Department is accommodation supports for foreign students. A lot of accommodation is available through NAMA. We need some joined up thinking in the sector which will enhance its consolidation and growth.

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