Róisín Shortall (Dublin North West, Labour)
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Question 88: To ask the Minister for Education and Science if her Department will carry out a comprehensive top level review of higher education here in view of a recent report (details supplied); and if she will make a statement on the matter. [33444/07]

Mary Hanafin (Dún Laoghaire, Fianna Fail)
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I am aware of the details of the survey. The higher education sector makes a significant contribution to sustaining Ireland's economic prosperity and the creation of a dynamic cohesive society. Recent years have witnessed significant improvements in support for universities and institutes of technology, reflecting the priority afforded by Government to the continued reform and development of the sector. I agree that it is important that the sector be provided with a clear sense of direction for the future and I will be addressing this matter further in the New Year.