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

Schools in Gaeltacht language planning areas will receive further opportunities to express an interest in the Gaeltacht school recognition scheme in spring 2019 for the school year 2019-20. This, along with any additional supports, will be communicated. Even if the 1 June deadline is missed, it is a matter for the school board of management to consult with the school community in advance of making the decision to participate in the scheme in order to strengthen Irish-medium education provision. The schools still have the right not to participate if they so choose.

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