“It is not just a matter of re-opening the schools, it is putting in place the measures necessary to keep the schools open," says CPSMA general secretary Seamus Mulconry.

"If the Department of Education listens to people on the ground, provides additional resources and puts in place a proper road map we will see a return to school in the Autumn," says Seamus Mulconry.

Catholic Primary Schools Management Association calls on Education Minister to “man up” and get extra resources for education and capitation grants. Focus on baptism barrier is “sucking the air out of real issues, like lack of resources”.

Approach of ERBE course could undermine ethos of faith schools and cause confusion says Catholic Primary School Management Association.

“Catholic education has played a key role in the integration of new communities into Ireland and is one of the most valuable things we have” – CPSMA

The CPSMA, the CPS and Iona Institute react to Education Minister’s proposed changes to the school admission system.

Getting rid of religion in primary schools will not solve curriculum overload problem – Catholic Primary Schools Management Association.