Ireland's Education Minister, Hildegarde Naughton, told Leaving Cert students that 'the world is your oyster' and there are many routes to success beyond traditional academic paths. She delivered this message during a visit to her old school, Calasanctius College in Galway.

The article discusses the difficulties in reforming school patronage, particularly the divestment process, and questions whether Minister Hildegarde Naughton can succeed where previous education ministers have failed due to strong local opposition.

Education Minister Hildegarde Naughton spoke about facing abuse in politics, pausing the SNA debacle, and the €646 million bailout her department is set to receive.

Irish Minister for Education Hildegarde Naughton has assured parents that sufficient school places will be available for all students by September.

The Irish Minister for Education and Youth, Hildegarde Naughton, announced that schools currently in temporary accommodation will receive priority under the next phase of the National Development Plan.

Ireland's Minister for Education, Hildegarde Naughton, has defended the reintroduction of exam fees for Leaving Certificate and Junior Cycle students this year.