Brian Ó Domhnaill (Fianna Fail)

I will be brief and I will stick to two questions. The proposals brought forward by the Minister will bring about greater creativity and innovation in the whole learning environment for junior cycle students. The Minister indicated he is asking his officials to engage with the education partners in respect of implementing these proposals. What stage is that at? What timescale is involved? How long will it take before the discussions turn into a more formidable template for implementation?

The Minister outlined the importance of ensuring ICT is strengthened across all subjects, something with which I concur. We are in a new learning age and ICT must be strengthened. Where is the budget commitment to go with that?