Deirdre Clune (Fine Gael)

Sorry. Reducing the number of examination subjects will relieve the pressure somewhat and ensure that such valuable subjects and courses can be introduced.

I am concerned that boys' schools appear to be lax in implementing the programme, particularly when we have such a high rate of suicide among young males. That does not make sense. The high rate of suicide among young males should reinforce the need for such a programme. The Minister might indicate when responding how he intends to implement the recommendations of the 2007 report which state that the guidelines must be reiterated and that schools must have a written policy on the subject. The practicalities of implementing those recommendations were raised earlier in the debate. I support the motion because it shines a light on an extremely important area in our education system.