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A distance learning period for schoolchildren in Northern Ireland will be extended amid rising coronavirus cases, the Prime Minister said.
Speaking Monday night, Arlene Foster said ministers had “reflected on the seriousness of the situation here” before making the decision.
The Executive will meet on Tuesday to confirm the details of the proposal, but it is believed that it could be extended beyond January.
Ms. Foster said, “I think it’s fair to say that we will have to engage in more remote learning in schools.
“We want to see the finer details of that in and around vulnerable children and children with special needs.
“One of the learning points of the first confinement was the fact that many children with special needs must have the ability to go to their place of schooling in order to deal with medical procedures and problems like that.” The most recent plan was for elementary students to receive distance learning during the week of January 4-8, while for high school years 8-11, remote learning should last the entire month.
Nurseries, nurseries and nurseries are expected to remain open for the children of key workers, as has happened in England.
In addition to measures in schools, home counseling will be included in the legislation, while the Executive will also be tasked with examining international travel counseling.
Ms. Foster said: “We will put that stay-at-home message back into law.
“The message will be to stay home unless you have a reason to leave home.
She added: “In terms of travel as well, something that we discuss today with the other administrations across the UK, because we recognize that international travel will also have to be reviewed again.” Deputy Prime Minister Michelle O’Neill said distance learning will be expanded, tips for staying at home will be included in legislation and travel regulations will be updated.
Deputy Prime Minister Michelle O’Neill said “urgent and decisive” action is required.
The Executive will meet again on Tuesday, when the Ministers of Education and Health will present a series of detailed proposals, including recommendations on this year’s exams.
In a post-meeting tweet, Ms. O’Neill said: “In addition to the restrictions that already exist…. Remote learning will be extended. Staying home will be regulated.
“The trips will be reviewed. The Minister of Education and Health will bring the details of the proposals to the executive meeting tomorrow to include recommendations on the exams ”.
The ministers will report to the Assembly on Wednesday on any decisions made at Tuesday’s meeting.
Another 1,801 people tested positive for Covid-19, the Health Department said Monday.
That makes 12,507 diagnoses in the last seven days.
Another 12 deaths have been reported.
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