Friday 20 May, 2022
A recent survey shows Catholic schools want preparations for Confirmations and Communions to take place outside the classroom.
A comprehensive deal with the State is in the best interests of the Church, as well as the broader education system, writes Jonathan Tiernan.
The government wants 400 multi- and non-denominational schools in place by 2030.
The family’s story sparked a debate on the controversial ‘Catholics first’ policy in many primary schools.
The new laws have been given a guarded welcome.
Aodhán Ó’Ríordáin has promised to amend Section 37.
Senators think two sections in the Family Law Act 1995 need to be updated to protect children. They will debate this and other issues today.
The change comes after surveys were carried out in 38 towns across the country.
The Advisory Group to the Forum on Patronage and Pluralism in primary schools has recommended a number of changes to the patronage of schools in Ireland.
As the Leaving Cert results sink in, we need to change the school system to give parents real options, writes John Holohan of Educate Together.
The new minister for education wants to establish and conclude the forum within nine months.
