David Stanton (Cork East, Fine Gael)
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Question 64: To ask the Minister for Education and Skills if he is considering issuing guidelines to schools regarding admissions policies in general and in particular with reference to an equality tribunal case (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [11100/11]

Ruairi Quinn (Dublin South East, Labour)
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The Education Act of 1998 contains particular provisions in relation to admission of pupils and provided certain appellate mechanisms. In the period since its enactment there have been a number of judicial decisions and other judgements such as the case referred to by the Deputy. I believe that it is time to take a fresh look at how primary legislation and regulation in this area could be developed in order to meet the needs of parents, pupils and schools in a more efficient and effective manner and moving on possible legislative and regulatory change is a clear priority for me this year.