Sinn Féin Launches “Mol an Óige” Campaign

East Meath Sinn Féin spokesperson Sinéad Burke has launched theparty’s “Mol an Óige” campaign. The campaign, which will be rolled outacross Meath and Louth aims to create public awareness of theappalling cuts which will soon come into effect in our primary andsecondary schools.
Speaking at the launch Ms. Burke said: “As a mother of a young child I am utterly appalled at the cuts whichwill now come into affect as our children return to school.
“Class sizes are set to increase, resources will be slashed, bookgrants are abolished and children will continue to be educated indilapidated, overcrowded buildings and prefabs even though buildingnew schools would create employment.
“I, and countless other parents and teachers have had enough. Ourchildren did not cause this recession. They should not foot the billfor this government’s incompetence. Now is the time to fight back.
“I am urging all parents, teachers and all those who will not standfor attacks on our schools to join us in our campaign. Our message tothe government is clear – Stop the cuts in education now, invest inour country's future - Mol an óige is tiochfaidh sí.”