Carol Nolan (Offaly, Sinn Fein) | Oireachtas source

The programme for Government contains a clear commitment that no small school will close without the consent of parents, in order to protect the sustainability and viability of our rural communities. However, I was contacted earlier this week about Coláiste an Chreagáin in Mountbellew. Parents of students at the school received text messages stating that the school would not be taking enrolments in September. Are plans in place to ensure there will be full consultation with parents of this school prior to any decision on its future?

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