Jan O'Sullivan (Limerick City, Labour)
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158. To ask the Minister for Education and Skills the number of applications for ACELS recognition that are awaiting a decision; if there is an indicative timeframe for the processing of applications for recognition; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [32972/16]

Richard Bruton (Dublin Bay North, Fine Gael)
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ACELS (the Accreditation and Coordination of English Language Services) is a voluntary national scheme responsible for the recognition and inspection of English language schools.  It is administered by Quality and Qualifications Ireland (QQI). 

ACELS has been closed for new applications since January 2014, therefore there are no new applications for ACELS recognition awaiting a decision. 

ACELS continues to operate on a voluntary, contractual basis for existing providers.