Taoiseach, Tánaiste back trans issues in primary school curriculum

BeLonG To, the organisation representing LGBT young people, expressed disappointment at the CPSMA’s stance. File picture

The Taoiseach and Tánaiste have both backed the inclusion of transgender identity issues in the new primary school curriculum — setting them on a collision course with primary school managers.

Taoiseach Leo Varadkar said transgender people exist and it makes sense in schools to inform children about the world around them, but added that a parental opt-out should be considered.