‘Extremely disappointing’ that Leaving Cert oral exams are to go ahead during Easter break

Education Minister Norma Foley said: 'I welcome the clarity that has been provided for school staff and students. It is important that they know the date of the oral examinations as soon as possible.' Picture: Niall Carson/PA

The Teachers’ Union of Ireland (TUI) has said it is “extremely disappointing” that Leaving Cert oral exams will take place during the Easter break again, despite calls for a return to pre-pandemic timings.

In a circular issued to schools, the State Exams Commission (SEC) confirmed that the oral exams will take place during the Easter break next year.