Sheila Terry (Fine Gael)

I do not say this to be critical of nurses but to make the point that practical training is vital. For several years now nurses' training has involved greater emphasis on theory than practice. A review of this situation may well conclude that practical experience is the best method of training.

The system of promotion in schools is not of benefit in terms of encouraging young people to go into teaching. It seems promotion is based on years of experience rather than ability.