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Order of Business (22 Jan 2015)

Finian McGrath: ...the integrity of the junior certificate? We need outside, independent assessment and professionalism, and, above all, we need confidence in the process. I support the Teachers' Union of Ireland, TUI, and the Association of Secondary Teachers Ireland, ASTI members who are on the picket line today. They deserve our support. They are standing up for education, pupils, teachers and this...

Student Support Bill 2008: Second Stage (Resumed) (27 Feb 2008)

Finian McGrath: ...other categories of non-nationals [I have concerns about the use of that word; we should be using the term "foreign nationals"] that will be eligible for student support. It also defines a "tuition student", which enables the provision of fees grants for approved courses in the State where a person meets a residency requirement in the EU/EEA or Switzerland. I welcome the foreign students...

Institutes of Technology Bill 2006: Second Stage (Resumed). (30 May 2006)

Finian McGrath: ...and the institutes of technology are vital in achieving this. We must also listen to the concerns of those who work in the institutes of technology. I pay particular tribute to the members of the TUI. This Bill facilitates the designation of the institutes of technology under the Higher Education Authority, providing an improved strategic framework for higher education. It substantially...

School Discipline: Motion (Resumed). (1 Mar 2006)

Finian McGrath: I thank the Leas-Cheann Comhairle for the opportunity to speak on this important debate on indiscipline in schools. I commend our teachers, the INTO, the TUI and ASTI for their commitment, bravery and professionalism in dealing with this major issue. I commend the vast majority of students and pupils who go to school each day without causing any disruption or hassle for their teachers and...

Teaching Council (Amendment) Bill 2006: Second and Subsequent Stages. (16 Feb 2006)

Finian McGrath: ...to speak on the Bill. Before addressing the details of the legislation, it is important to thank and commend the dedicated and magnificent work done by teachers. I praise the vast majority of INTO, TUI and ASTI members who provide a great service every day in our schools. It is also important to support and value our teachers. It is time to challenge the cynics and teacher-bashers both in...

Adult Education. (15 Dec 2005)

Finian McGrath: Does the Minister for Education and Science, Deputy Hanafin, understand the sense of betrayal and anger among members of the TUI and in the wider sectoral community regarding the lack of implementation of the McIver report in the 2006 budget? Does she value the major contribution to Irish education made by members of the TUI, who have massively supported the development of the economy, the...

Written Answers — Third Level Funding: Third Level Funding (6 Dec 2005)

Finian McGrath: Question 423: To ask the Minister for Education and Science if she will support the funding of the McIver report and the TUI in its request for the necessary funding of this report's recommendations; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [37645/05]

Teacher Union Conferences. (30 Mar 2004)

Finian McGrath: Does the Minister accept that the INTO, TUI and ASTI have made and continue to make a major contribution to education and society? Does he agree that teachers are at the front line in the delivery of quality services to pupils, especially children with disabilities or those in disadvantaged areas? Does the Minister accept that the teachers unions should decide the structure of their...