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Free school books could be extended to secondary schools

Jul 23, 2023 11:35 By News Northern Sound
Free school books could be extended to secondary schools
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The Education Minister is preparing to seek funding for the move.

A plan to introduce the free school book scheme to secondary schools is being considered by government.

Education Minister Norma Foley is said to be preparing for budget talks with the Finance and Public Expenditure Ministers to try get funding for the scheme.

She secured 50 million euro last year to roll out free text books, workbooks and copies to all primary school children from this September.

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However its anticipated an extension for second level would cost more, as secondary school books are more expensive.

The Sunday Independent is reporting that Fianna Fáil TDs and Senators are urging Ms Foley and Finance Minister Michael McGrath to look into the extension to post-primary schools.

Labour Education Spokesperson Aodhán Ó Ríordáin says it would be very welcome.

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