Kildare Senator Calls For University Exam Contingency Plans

Saturday, 1 January 2022 13:22

By Ross Lindsay

Fiona O’Loughlin concerned many students will be unable to attend

A Kildare Senator is calling on third level institutions to ensure their are contingency plans for upcoming exams.

Fianna Fáil’s Fiona O’Loughlin is concerned that Dublin University is said to be proceeding with in person exams next week.

Senator O’Loughlin thinks it is unfair that many students will not be able to attend due to contracting Covid-19, or being close contacts.

Senator O’Loughlin commented, “It has come to my attention that one Dublin university is proceeding with in person exams starting Tuesday. Many students will not be able to attend due to contracting covid, or being close contacts.

“There is no contingency plan for affected students. This is hugely unfair on the students and also causes a huge risk that students won’t test for fear of a positive result meaning they can’t sit their exams. Students will be travelling from all over the country by public transport to Dublin, causing greater risk to themselves and others.

“I have written to the University in question and Minister for Higher Education on the matter.”

More from Local News

Gardaí Renew Appeal After Motorcyclist In Her 60s Killed In Kilcock Collision

A motorcyclist in her 60s died on Monday, September 8th, at around 11.30 a.m. on the R148 - the old Enfield road - just off the N4 Kilcock roundabout heading toward Enfield.
Gardai Probe Car Fire That Damaged Three Vehicles In Clane Estate

Anyone who was in The Beeches during the early hours of Saturday morning, or who may have seen suspicious activity, is asked to contact Clane Garda Station on 045-868262.
Backlogs And Budget Pressure Force Temporary Shutdown Of Kildare’s Housing Adaptation Grants

An email from the council's Housing Grants Section, seen by Kfm, details how, due to exceptional demand, the council will temporarily stop accepting new applications for Housing Adaptation Grants for Disabled People (HAGs), Mobility Aids Grants (MAGs), and Housing Aid for Older People Grants (HOPs).
Military Culture Under Scrutiny After Curragh Suicide Inquest

Dr Loretta Nolan also noted a particular concern within the Defence Forces, suggesting that soldiers may hesitate to report health problems out of fear it could jeopardise a contract renewal or prevent them from being selected for overseas deployment.
Draft Plan Dangles Big Promises For Newbridge, Including New Homes, A Pool, And Second Liffey Bridge

And, in a bid to boost military heritage tourism, the plan includes repurposing some vacant buildings for overnight accommodation.
Meeting Scheduled With Hauliers Tomorrow To Discuss Athy Town Centre HGV Restrictions

Once the HGV restriction is in place, upgrade works in the town centre will progress.
Bail Refused: Disqualified Driver With Three Warrants Caught Using Phone While Driving

He was brought before Naas District Court, where Gardaí objected to bail.
Resident Awakes To Intruder Standing In Apartment During “Frightening” Leixlip Break-In

The apartment’s owner had fallen asleep on his living room couch and awoke to find a man standing in the room.