Minister admits some students may miss out on courses due to grading error

Minister for Education Norma Foley

The Education Minister has admitted that there “may well be” some Leaving Certificate students who will not be able to start third level courses this year as a result of calculated grade errors.

Norma Foley has said no student will be disadvantaged as a result of the latest controversy, however, she signalled that places on courses may not be available this year.