Thomas Pringle (Donegal, Independent)
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87. To ask the Minister for Education and Skills when he will publish the draft heads of the new admissions and excellence Bill; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [11054/16]

Richard Bruton (Dublin Bay North, Fine Gael)
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The Programme for Government gives a commitment to publish a new School Admissions and Excellence legislation, taking account of current draft proposals.

When I have had an opportunity as Minister to review and consider how best to legislate for school admissions so that they operate in a fair and transparent way, I will bring legislation to the Houses of the Oireachtas.

I look forward to working with members on the basis of partnership when progressing this Bill.