A primary school in Wexford town is reopening today - despite planning to stay closed until November due to a Covid outbreak.
CBS primary school decided to shut on Sunday evening, after over 30 cases were detected.
But it will now welcome back up to 270 students today, for in-person teaching.
Wexford TD Verona Murphy says it follows an intervention from the Department of Education.
"The Department of Education has instructed the school to reopen and take the children in."
"I think what we need to clarify here who's responsibility for the health and safety of the children, is it the Department or is it the board of management."
"Because ultimately the board of management here took the decision to close the school, due to the number of cases arising."
Today some parents will choose to send their children in. Some will not. We will not bully anyone into making either decision. Parents have the autonomy to do what is right for their child. We respect that. They trust us and know we care. And today... we will just do our best. ❤
— Vicky Barron (@VickyBarronprin) October 20, 2021
