Michael Creed
Question:245 Mr. Creed asked the Minister for Education and Science the purpose of circular 43/00; if it is in compliance with section 23(4) of the Education Act, 1998; the reason other principals in secondary schools are exempted from its contents; if his Department has considered the likelihood that arising from this circular, selection boards may have no staff or board of management member when considering candidates for promotional posts; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [14211/01]