Mick Barry (Cork North Central, Solidarity)
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179. To ask the Minister for Education and Skills the consultation she has had with education workers and their trade unions in relation to the safe reopening of education; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [45605/21]

Norma Foley (Kerry, Fianna Fail)
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The Department has had weekly engagements with stakeholders in relation to public health advice and the implementation of important infection prevention and control measures in schools so that they can continue to operate safely.

Throughout the pandemic detailed stakeholder engagement has been a critical factor in identifying the complex challenges that arise for schools and school leaders across a number of areas, including logistical challenges in meeting cleaning and physical distancing requirements, curriculum and assessment matters, and the wellbeing and welfare of the school community on reopening.