The first round of CAO Offers are out today
On Morning Focus John Cooke was joined by Bernie Ruane, Past President – Teachers’ Union of Ireland and Shannon based teacher
The Teacher’s Union of Ireland is calling for a re-think on the bonus points being offered for Higher Level Maths
The call comes as thousands of students receive the first round of third level course offers from the C.A.O
As expected, points for many courses are up, although many others have fallen.
It’s reported 56 per cent of higher degree university courses have registered an increase in CAO points
The TUI says the bonus points for Higher Level Leaving Cert maths will cause an increase in college points requirements across the board.
Contact The National Parents’ Council Helpline on 1800 265 165
On Friday’s Morning Focus Fianna Fail Deputy Eamon O’Cuiv said he thinks that it is the Labour party’s view that rural Ireland should be confined to the farming community
John was joined in studio by Seamus Ryan, Labour Party Constituency Secretary and Moy native
He rebutted Eamon O’Cuiv’s comment the Labour Party has an anti- rural bias
Political Correspondent with the Irish Independent Fiach Kelly had a word with John about Taoiseach Enda Kenny’s comments at Beal na mBlath at the Michael Collins commenoration event at the weekend when he said that December’s budget will be the toughest of the party’s term yet.
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Garda Brendan Keane of Ennis Garda Station appealed for the public’s assistance with information on crimes committed in the county over the past week
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The Money Doctor John Lowe answered listeners’ personal finance queries
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Congella McGuire, Heritage Officer with Clare County Council joined John in studio with information on events taking place for Heritage Week
Heritage Week has been running for ten years and continues to grow with more communities becoming involved
It is an opportunity for us all to highlight Clare’s wonderful heritage
There are a wide range of events scheduled to take place this year – many of which are free of charge and advance booking is advised
We also heard from Cora O’Grady- Coordinator West Clare Resource Centre – to find out more about the events they have planned for Heritage Week
Austin Cooney, Treasurer of the Clare branch Birdwatch Ireland joined John for a word on their outing at The Bridges of Ross yesterday.
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