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

‘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.

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