Gaelscoil Eois and Scoil Mhuire National School have received approval for the plans.

However, the CMETB says “detailed data indicates a declining enrolment for both schools in the coming years”.

They are seeking legislative control during what is already an expensive time of year for parents.

The Cavan Royal School in the townland of Lurganboy is a protected structure.

Minister Norma Foley says plans for next year will be kept under review.

Alanna Shannon says some children on the School Completion Programme attend further education courses despite not having finished secondary school.

Public transport is set to return to 100% capacity this week.

600 post primary students between Cavan, Monaghan, and Louth have no bus seat.