asked the Minister for Education the number of (A) and (B) posts in primary schools.

The information sought by the Deputy is not readily available in my Department.

The number of primary teachers currently in receipt of Grade A and Grade B allowances is, however, as follows: Grade A, 341; Grade B, 1833.

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asked the Minister for Education the number of (A) and (B) posts in post-primary schools.

The information requested by the Deputy is as follows in regard to secondary, community and comprehensive schools:

The information in respect of vocational schools is not readily available in my Department but is being compiled and will be forwarded to the Deputy as soon as possible.