Is it time to scrap the homework?

Earlier today Taoiseach Leo Varadkar spoke on Newstalk Pat Kenny show about how children going to school can get too much homework. It follows a debate sparked by comments made by President Michael D Higgins who suggested their time would be better suited to more creative endeavors. Comedian Jarlath Regan, podcaster behind the number 1 Irish podcast network - Irishman Abroad joined Kieran to discuss.

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17.00 30 Jan 2023

Is it time to scrap the homewo...

Is it time to scrap the homework?

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The Hard Shoulder

The Hard Shoulder

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17.00 30 Jan 2023

Earlier today Taoiseach Leo Varadkar spoke on Newstalk Pat Kenny show about how children going to school can get too much homework. It follows a debate sparked by comments made by President Michael D Higgins who suggested their time would be better suited to more creative endeavors.

Comedian Jarlath Regan, podcaster behind the number 1 Irish podcast network - Irishman Abroad joined Kieran to discuss.

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