Tom Neville (Limerick County, Fine Gael)
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81. To ask the Minister for Education and Skills his views on a matter (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [48460/17]

Richard Bruton (Dublin Bay North, Fine Gael)
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There are no schemes or provisions currently in operation along the lines set out in the details supplied with the Deputy's question.

Supporting school leadership is a major priority of mine, and I am conscious of the importance of developing and motivating school leadership at all levels.  Budget 2017 allowed me to make a start at re-investing in school leadership in terms of Deputy Principal and middle management posts.  Questions of school leadership improvement and development are the subject of ongoing consideration and review by my Department.

Suggestions and proposals to support school leadership improvement and development may be considered in that context.  In considering suggestions which have cost implications, such as for example those set out in the details supplied with the Deputy's question, it is essential to have regard to the most effective use of financial resources, and value for money for taxpayers.