Notwithstanding the statements and comments I made previously and the fact that I represent an urban constituency, I am very well aware that on a separate study, which evaluated the educational outcomes between large schools and small schools in the primary sector, the educational outcomes were effectively the same. There was little or no difference that would warrant any kind of response. Without prejudice to whatever decision is finally made, rather than have Marlborough Street sending down a directive to local communities in which the schools are located, whatever the conclusions of the study and the implications they suggest, my instinct is to invite communities such as that represented by Senator Ó Clochartaigh and to outline the position to them and ask how they wish to respond and what they think is the best way to proceed. Together, we must ensure we do not throw out the good with the costly.