Opposition vows to tackle education disadvantage

THE two main opposition parties have vowed to tackle government failures in planning for schools and reducing educational disadvantage.

Following his appointment as Fine Gael education spokesman on Wednesday, Brian Hayes said this week’s OECD Education at a Glance report highlighted how far behind other countries Ireland has fallen in terms of investment.

“While funding has been increased in recent years, we must ensure that continues and expands despite any economic slowdown,” he said.