Controlled Schools Sectoral Body

Part of Oral Answers to Questions — Education – in the Northern Ireland Assembly am 2:30 pm ar 25 Mehefin 2024.

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Photo of Paul Givan Paul Givan DUP 2:30, 25 Mehefin 2024

The Member has articulated the issues well, and I agree with her entirely. Therefore, recognising the concerns that were highlighted by the independent review panel, I am committed to ensuring that the controlled sector is given the support that it requires. I have asked officials, working with the Education Authority and the Controlled Schools' Support Council, to undertake some initial analysis to help me determine how best to proceed. I expect to receive that advice shortly, after which I will bring forward proposals outlining how I plan to address the findings of the independent review. I assure the Member that, while that is a priority area for me, it is important to take time to ensure that the solutions that we put in place are effective and capable of delivering real change.