Ruane: Principals do not take decision to close lightly

December 08 2010

Northern Ireland Education Minister Catriona Ruane has offered her support to school principals affected by the recent snow and ice.

She noted that due to extreme weather conditions and difficulties transporting teachers and pupils, many schools have been forced to close.

"Principals do not take the decision to close their school lightly and many have made exceptional efforts to keep schools open. The safety of children and staff is paramount and no risks should be taken where roads may be difficult to travel along," Ms Ruane commented.

She added that Northern Ireland is fortunate enough to have dedicated and professional teaching staff who will do everything they can to ensure pupils do not fall behind in their studies.

"I appreciate the inconvenience this can cause for parents but know that they too put the safety of their children first," Ms Ruane continued.

More than a quarter of British schools were forced to shut at some point over the last week.

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