Thomas Byrne (Meath East, Fianna Fail) | Oireachtas source

I do not intend to delay the House. It is clear that many schools already operate waiting lists. I welcome the Minister's approach of phasing them out so that they are not removed overnight. Does the Minister intend to give schools assistance in implementing this and other aspects of this Bill, not only so they can implement the new rules but also so they can advise prospective parents on how their systems are changing? It would be commonly known in certain areas that particular schools have waiting lists. Such schools are going to have to get the word out that these waiting lists will no longer be applicable. Does the Minister propose to provide any assistance to schools in dealing with this issue and other issues that will arise as a result of this legislation?

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