Michael D'Arcy (Fine Gael)

I refer to students who are at a physical disadvantage, not because they are physically disadvantaged personally but because the buildings they are in are dumps. All the research shows if children are taught in very poor facilities, such as prefabs or old buildings, which are inadequate before they go to post primary school, and then move into another building which is inadequate they are at a disadvantage.

I wonder how we will have a level playing field to ensure we get the best out of teachers or students. There is a conflict between those who will be taught in new facilities and those taught in dumps. I am not sure how the Minister will be able to address that challenge.