Debate contribution: Integrated Schools: Fresh Start Funding

Debate contribution by Mr Matthew O'Toole on 9 April 2024.

MLA: Mr Matthew O'Toole
Party at the time: Social Democratic and Labour Party
Date: 9 April 2024
Type: Debate contribution
Business: Oral Answers to Questions
Heading: Integrated Schools: Fresh Start Funding
Assembly identifier: Official Report component 4482101

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Minister, you said that you are left dealing with the consequences of the removal of the ring fence, but one of the consequences is not that the Executive have to remove money. It is really important to nail that myth. A ring fence being removed does not remove the money from those schools. That was a decision made by the Executive. Was it made by the Education Minister or was it made by you in conjunction with the Education Minister? It is really important that we be precise about that. Removing the ring fence does not cut the funding. That was a decision that the Executive made.

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This follow-up belongs to: Topical question AQT 151/22-27.

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