Jan O'Sullivan (Limerick City, Labour) | Oireachtas source

For the first time, I have been able to negotiate an increase in the education budget because we are building up the economy and increasing the number of people who are working and paying taxes. I will look at all areas.

Schools have an obligation to provide guidance to students. The issue Deputy Martin is talking about is ring-fenced hours for specific guidance teachers, but schools have an obligation. We must deal with demographics and growing numbers but we will look at a variety of areas where investment can be made.

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