No exam fees for this year's Junior and Leaving Cert  students

Schools will also be given clear guidance on the arrangements for the exams, which will be guided by public health advice, the department said in a statement.

Students will not have to pay the usual fees for the Leaving and Junior Cert exams, it has been confirmed this Thursday lunchtime.

Norma Foley, the Minister for Education, has confirmed the usual fees of €116 and €109 for the Leaving Certificate and Junior Cycle examinations respectively have been waived.