Debate contribution: Controlled Schools: Managing Authority

Debate contribution by Mr David Brooks on 23 February 2026.

MLA: Mr David Brooks
Party at the time: Democratic Unionist Party
Date: 23 February 2026
Type: Debate contribution
Business: Oral Answers to Questions
Heading: Controlled Schools: Managing Authority
Assembly identifier: Official Report component 5400058

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I thank the Minister for his answer and for his work to bring equality to our controlled schools. It was interesting to hear the testimony of the Catholic maintained sector. However, the work has brought from some Members an effort to find reasons not to support equality for our controlled schools. What evidence does the Minister have of the benefit of having a dedicated managing authority when it comes to educational results in those schools?

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This follow-up belongs to: Oral question AQO 3157/22-27.

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