Debate contribution: Kirkinriola Early Years Playgroup

Debate contribution by Mr Philip McGuigan on 23 February 2026.

MLA: Mr Philip McGuigan
Party at the time: Sinn Féin
Date: 23 February 2026
Type: Debate contribution
Business: Oral Answers to Questions
Heading: Kirkinriola Early Years Playgroup
Assembly identifier: Official Report component 5400142

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I thank the Minister. He is right. The preschool beside the school plays a vital role in enrolment continuity. Given the fact that second- and third-preference allocations will not be known until next Wednesday, the true numbers for 2026-27 are not known yet. Given the long-standing pattern of good enrolment, will the Minister consider looking into that to ensure that there is sustainability of funding for 2026-27, pending the true figures?

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This follow-up belongs to: Topical question AQT 2085/22-27.

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