When will the much-needed education (admission to school) Bill be published in light of the ongoing problem many parents are experiencing in trying to access places for their children? It is a particular problem in rural areas where small schools have ceased to operate.

A number of people have contacted me about the state of our national monuments and archaeological heritage, in particular people who have come back here for The Gathering. Can the Tánaiste update me as to when a national monuments Bill will come before the House?

The heads of the education (admission to school) Bill are being drafted and it is expected that the Bill will be published later this year. The heads of the monuments Bill have been approved by Government and it is expected in the middle of next year.