Marian Harkin TD spoke in the Dáil: Third Level Education

On 23 June 2026, Marian Harkin TD – an Independent representing Sligo‑Leitrim – spoke in the Dáil as part of a debate on third‑level education. She joined other members to discuss policy matters and challenges facing Ireland’s universities and colleges.

The debate was recorded by the Oireachtas and is available for public viewing. In the same week, local coverage from the Leitrim Observer highlighted pictures of students in County Leitrim receiving Josie Martin scholarships, underscoring the importance of financial support for higher‑education students in the area. Meanwhile, The Journal reported on a broader issue affecting many Irish students: homelessness at third‑level institutions.

These developments illustrate the range of concerns surrounding Ireland’s tertiary education system – from policy discussions in the national legislature to local initiatives supporting student welfare and wider social challenges faced by learners across the country.

For full details, see the Oireachtas debate record and the Leitrim Observer and The Journal coverage.

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