Richard Bruton (Dublin Bay North, Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

It was only the schools with the very highest levels of disadvantage that were agreed at this stage and they represent 2% of all the schools in the country.

Deputy Jack Chambers is correct; this is a first step and we plan to refine the process and we will consider other schools because there are undoubtedly schools that have a high level of disadvantage that could not be included on this occasion. It is a big improvement on the process of identification that previously existed. Schools can seek a review but it will be based on the model I outlined. Political considerations will not be brought into play.

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