Results 61-80 of 6,769 for speaker:Darren O'Rourke

Written Answers — Department of Education and Skills: School Curriculum (27 Mar 2025)

Darren O'Rourke: 254. To ask the Minister for Education and Skills the means by which she plans to ensure that the Senior Cycle reform addresses both academic and vocational pathways to better prepare students for future careers; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [14908/25]

Written Answers — Department of Education and Skills: Education Policy (27 Mar 2025)

Darren O'Rourke: 255. To ask the Minister for Education and Skills the steps she will take to promote the teaching of STEM subjects, particularly among underrepresented groups such as girls and students from disadvantaged backgrounds; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [14909/25]

Written Answers — Department of Education and Skills: School Funding (27 Mar 2025)

Darren O'Rourke: 256. To ask the Minister for Education and Skills her plans to address the chronic underfunding of primary and secondary schools, particularly in rural areas; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [14910/25]

Written Answers — Department of Education and Skills: Special Educational Needs (27 Mar 2025)

Darren O'Rourke: 257. To ask the Minister for Education and Skills the means by which she will ensure that schools have adequate funding for special education needs; that resources are distributed equitably; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [14911/25]

Written Answers — Department of Education and Skills: Education Policy (27 Mar 2025)

Darren O'Rourke: 258. To ask the Minister for Education and Skills the measures she will take to reduce the financial burden on parents, particularly regarding school uniforms, books, and voluntary contributions; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [14912/25]

Written Answers — Department of Education and Skills: School Transport (27 Mar 2025)

Darren O'Rourke: 259. To ask the Minister for Education and Skills her plans to address the shortage of school transport services, particularly in rural and remote areas; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [14913/25]

Written Answers — Department of Education and Skills: School Admissions (27 Mar 2025)

Darren O'Rourke: 260. To ask the Minister for Education and Skills her plan to address the shortage of school places, particularly at primary level in rapidly growing urban areas; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [14914/25]

Written Answers — Department of Education and Skills: School Facilities (27 Mar 2025)

Darren O'Rourke: 261. To ask the Minister for Education and Skills the means by which she will ensure that school buildings are modernised and fit for purpose, particularly in terms of energy efficiency and accessibility for students with disabilities; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [14915/25]

Written Answers — Department of Education and Skills: Schools Building Projects (27 Mar 2025)

Darren O'Rourke: 262. To ask the Minister for Education and Skills the steps she will take to address the delays in delivering school building projects under the National Development Plan; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [14920/25]

Written Answers — Department of Education and Skills: School Staff (27 Mar 2025)

Darren O'Rourke: 263. To ask the Minister for Education and Skills the measures she will take to address the ongoing issue of teacher shortages, particularly in key subjects such as Irish, mathematics, and modern languages; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [14921/25]

Written Answers — Department of Education and Skills: School Staff (27 Mar 2025)

Darren O'Rourke: 264. To ask the Minister for Education and Skills the means by which she will support the well-being of teachers and reduce burnout, particularly in light of increasing workloads and administrative demands; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [14922/25]

Written Answers — Department of Education and Skills: School Staff (27 Mar 2025)

Darren O'Rourke: 265. To ask the Minister for Education and Skills the plans she has to improve pay and conditions for newly qualified teachers so as to make the profession more attractive; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [14923/25]

Written Answers — Department of Education and Skills: Special Educational Needs (27 Mar 2025)

Darren O'Rourke: 266. To ask the Minister for Education and Skills the means by which she will ensure that children with special educational needs receive timely assessments and adequate support in schools; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [14924/25]

Written Answers — Department of Education and Skills: Special Educational Needs (27 Mar 2025)

Darren O'Rourke: 267. To ask the Minister for Education and Skills the steps she will take to address the shortage of special needs assistants and ensure that they receive appropriate training and support; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [14925/25]

Written Answers — Department of Education and Skills: Education Policy (27 Mar 2025)

Darren O'Rourke: 268. To ask the Minister for Education and Skills the means by which she plans to promote inclusive education for students with disabilities, particularly in mainstream schools; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [14926/25]

Written Answers — Department of Education and Skills: Further and Higher Education (27 Mar 2025)

Darren O'Rourke: 411. To ask the Minister for Education and Skills the measures he will take to address the funding crisis in higher education institutions to reduce the reliance on student contributions; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [14927/25]

Written Answers — Department of Education and Skills: Further and Higher Education (27 Mar 2025)

Darren O'Rourke: 412. To ask the Minister for Education and Skills the means by which he will support research and innovation in Irish universities to ensure Ireland remains competitive on the global stage; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [14928/25]

Written Answers — Department of Education and Skills: Further and Higher Education (27 Mar 2025)

Darren O'Rourke: 413. To ask the Minister for Education and Skills her plans to address the high cost of student accommodation and improve access to affordable housing for third-level students; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [14929/25]

Written Answers — Department of Education and Skills: School Transport (26 Mar 2025)

Darren O'Rourke: 84. To ask the Minister for Education and Skills further to Parliamentary Question 343 of 18 February 2025, to list the 14 pilot projects underway for 2025 and any findings thus far; to outline how future pilots will be chosen; if there is opportunity for input into this process; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [14491/25]

Written Answers — Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade: Official Engagements (25 Mar 2025)

Darren O'Rourke: 186. To ask the Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade if he has met with the Malaysian ambassador to Ireland to date in 2025. [13926/25]