Inner-City Schools

Sir, - I see that the Minister for Health and Children, Mr Cowen, says that a strategy for children is on the way

Sir, - I see that the Minister for Health and Children, Mr Cowen, says that a strategy for children is on the way. He was speaking at the Children's Rights Allian0ce Conference in the Royal Hospital, Kilmainham.

Perhaps he can start by having a word with Mr Micheal Martin and ask him to stop cutting staff in inner-city schools. They need all the resources that are available. Most parents and teachers would strongly support the views of Ms Lesley Miller of UNICEF when she stated: "Children have no vote, voice or avenues to demand their rights." Mr Martin, please take note. - Yours, etc., Gerard Dorgan,

12 Ardbeg Drive,

Artane,

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Dublin 5.