EDUCATION Minister Mary Hanafin has been criticised for again delaying crucial reforms of Leaving Certificate subjects critical to the country’s economic future.

Actions, not words, are what is needed, writes Education Correspondent Niall Murray

EDUCATION Minister Mary Hanafin has opened a major debate on teacher training by calling for reserved places for science graduates and less focus on academic subjects for future primary teachers.

THE Government has been urged to implement a two-year-old report on the promotion of science in schools.

MORE Government funding must be provided to give children access to pre-school education, an expert body has recommended.

SCHOOL bags should be replaced by laptop computers for all second level students within five years, according to employers organisation IBEC.

THE Association of Secondary Teachers Ireland has lifted its ban on a new Junior Certificate science course, after being told it breached the social partnership agreement.

Education Correspondent

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