It has been reported that students will sit a traditional Leaving Cert this year. There would be "some elements of choice" this year under the plans due to be approved by Cabinet this morning. Daniel McConnell Political editor with the Irish Examiner has the story in the paper and joined Ciara on the show this morning with more details.

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