Aindrias Moynihan (Cork North West, Fianna Fail) | Oireachtas source

Just because a lot can be seen in the background on the online system and it can be seen that some people are accessing the online tools on it at this stage, is it compulsory or is the system now set up to push people towards the support tools to ensure they avail of those ahead of taking on the exam itself? Are there also options available for them to retest quickly so they can continue on with the process? The whole concept has been a very positive and constructive move.

We call this a teething issue. It is the kind of thing that could be set up with a sour taste at the start. What is a very good development should be capable of being progressed in a positive way, because it gives people the opportunity to undertake study without losing out on work and pay. We must ensure that this is a most positive experience possible for people.

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