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18/06/2003
Sinn Féin launch new education policy
Sinn Fein has launched a new education policy aimed at transforming society across Northern Ireland for the better.
Entitled `Educate that you may be free', former Education Minister Martin McGuinness said a progressive and radical education system was "fundamental to the creation of an Ireland of Equals, to stronger communities and a society that can truly embrace our diversity".
He added: "Education is the key to equality; equality of opportunity, access and provision are basic entitlements. The ability for learners to achieve their full potential is a fundamental right. Tackling disadvantage is an essential responsibility of government.''
The new policy document covers key areas such as the 11+, Further and Higher Education, and Irish Language and Irish medium Education.
Mr McGuinness said that underpinning policy initiatives across all these areas was a commitment to an education system that would liberate the potential of everyone across Northern Ireland over the coming years.
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Entitled `Educate that you may be free', former Education Minister Martin McGuinness said a progressive and radical education system was "fundamental to the creation of an Ireland of Equals, to stronger communities and a society that can truly embrace our diversity".
He added: "Education is the key to equality; equality of opportunity, access and provision are basic entitlements. The ability for learners to achieve their full potential is a fundamental right. Tackling disadvantage is an essential responsibility of government.''
The new policy document covers key areas such as the 11+, Further and Higher Education, and Irish Language and Irish medium Education.
Mr McGuinness said that underpinning policy initiatives across all these areas was a commitment to an education system that would liberate the potential of everyone across Northern Ireland over the coming years.
(MB)
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