Ann Ormonde (Fianna Fail)

I read the committee's report on literacy but have difficulty accepting it. I would like the Minister to explain the situation. I know she has her heart in the right place with regard to adult literacy. There has been a significant increase in funding and the VECs have put forward many programmes to counter the escalation of difficulties in the area.

There is another question we must ask. The definition of literacy in 1997 would not be the same as today's definition. Therefore, how do we define it now? It would be good for the Minister to come to the House and discuss the issue. I do not accept the findings of the report as presented in the Chamber today.