Catherine Connolly (Galway West, Independent) | Oireachtas source

I thank the Minister for the clarification. Twenty-seven schools have not yet applied. Have any schools refused to apply under this process?

As the Minister can appreciate, this was announced as the biggest, most important policy document by the Government. I fully agree with that but it is utterly dependent on the schools coming forward and seeking recognition. Twenty-seven schools have not come forward. Have any refused to participate? What are the time limits for the process to get this recognition mar scoil Ghaeltachta?

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