Michael Healy-Rae (Kerry, Independent) | Oireachtas source

I support the call made by my colleagues because of the simple fact that it is in the interests of children who might be disenfranchised by this provision to agree to what has been requested by the Deputies and hope the Minister can do so. I know of many schools in my constituency that teach all subjects completely through Irish. It is welcomed throughout the country and in my county such schools are very popular. In my humble opinion, it is something that should always be supported in every way because there is a demand for it. Many years ago I attended summer Irish colleges which were great places to go to. The bean an tí does great work in promoting and sustaining the Irish language. I hope the Minister will be able to accede to the request made by my colleagues.

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