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Minister announces no new Irish-language schools until 2032

Minister for Education Hildegarde Naughton has said that there are no plans to open any new Irish...

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16.03 1 Jun 2026


Minister announces no new Irish-language schools until 2032


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16.03 1 Jun 2026


Minister for Education Hildegarde Naughton has said that there are no plans to open any new Irish-language primary or secondary schools until at least 2032.  

There is much criticism of this move, even within government, as many communities across the country are seeking immersive Irish-medium education across the board, from early-years education right through to third-level education. 

To discuss this further, Emmet Oliver is joined by Jen Cummins, Social Democrats Spokesperson for Education and TD for Dublin South-Central.


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