Free second-level school books 'part of budget discussion', says Foley

Education Minister Norma Foley says the scheme for free primary school books was positively welcomed by parents. Picture: Leah Farrell / Photocall Ireland

The introduction of free books for secondary school students remains under discussion as part of the negotiations for the upcoming budget, the minister for education has confirmed.

The Department of Education is examining how free school books could be introduced for secondary school students, according to Norma Foley.