Commissioner calls for review of Irish language teaching

The Irish Language Commissioner has reportedly called for a review of how Irish is taught in primary and secondary schools.

Reports this morning said Sean O'Cuirreain had advised that such a review was essential if the State was truly committed to promoting the Irish language.

The advice is contained in Mr O'Cuirreain's first annual report as Irish Language Commissioner.

This morning's reports said the document highlighted the fact that many pupils haven't even attained basic fluency in Irish despite being taught the language for 13 years.