The Irish language needs more than just goodwill. In Dublin 2, 4, 6 and 8, there are more than 20 English-speaking secondary schools. At the same time, there are zero Irish-speaking secondary schools. In those same areas in Dublin 2, 4, 6 and 8, there are six primary schools that operate through Irish. Where does the Government expect these children and students to go when they finish primary school in Dublin 2, 4, 6 and 8?

It is being suggested that they travel to Rathfarnham. The Government talks about a 15-minute city, but we all know it will take much longer than 15 minutes to get to Rathfarnham during peak hours. I ask that the Taoiseach commit to the Irish language and to opening a Gaelcholáiste in Dublin 2, 4, 6 or 8.

In my constituency, we established an aonad, which is a Gaelcholáiste unit within an existing secondary school. It was the first time we had one in all of Dublin 15. It has been a great addition to the area, because we had two Gaelscoil, but no aonad or Gaelcholáiste. If one takes Dublin 2, 4, 6 and 8 together, that is a considerable population. I am sure the Deputy is correct in that there would be a demand for a Gaelcholáiste or an aonad lán-Ghaeilge, at the very least. I am inclined to agree with the Deputy on this, but it is the first time it has been raised with me. I will certainly speak to the Minister for Education, Deputy Foley, about it in order to see if we can make some progress on it. Given the nature of the geography, finding a site might be the hardest part. I definitely agree with the Deputy that it is a good idea.