As we come towards the end of the session, on behalf of Fianna Fáil I thank the Ceann Comhairle and the staff of the House for their courtesy during the session. I particularly acknowledge the work done by Ceann Comhairle and the organisers of Dáil100 on the major events which bookended the session - the centenary of the First Meeting of Dáil Éireann in the Mansion House and the address by the Speaker of the House of Representatives, Ms Nancy Pelosi, yesterday.

A key part of the journey to Dáil100 was the Easter Rising, which will be commemorated across the country this weekend and next weekend. The learning of history from that period is essential and I ask the Tánaiste to reaffirm the Government's commitment and that of the Minister for Education and Skills, Deputy McHugh, to the reintroduction of the compulsory element of history as a topic in our secondary schools. There are reports this morning suggesting that commitment is not as strong as was stated.

That same should also apply to geography.

I first wish everybody a happy Easter. This has been a busy Dáil session and people have earned a few days off. I am certainly looking forward to spending time with my family, as I am sure are many others. I thank the Ceann Comhairle for the way in which he has managed some significant moments over the past number of months in this House and outside it.

The Minister for Education and Skills has given his view on the teaching of history on more than one occasion. He attaches much importance to history being part of education in Ireland. He has also asked for a detailed report to be done and considered. What was unfortunately leaked this morning was an incomplete, draft report that has not yet gone to the National Council for Curriculum and Assessment for full consideration. It will be some time before the Minister of State has a final report and set of recommendations that he can bring to Cabinet and then ultimately it will be a choice for him to make a recommendation to Government.