European Parliament
Seán Kelly  (PPE ).
(GA)
Madam President, I would like to use this minute to draw Parliament’s attention to the marvellous work being done by primary school teachers, especially in the eco-schools, regarding the green flag.
Through this scheme, the students learn about climate change, protecting the environment, and respecting their surroundings. In many of these schools, students – even young students – have an amazing knowledge of these matters.
Therefore, recognition should be given to the schools and, especially, to the teachers concerned. I urge Parliament and the Commission to make an award in relation to the green flag, not just to the schools, but to their teachers, who do such a huge amount of work in this important area, much of it voluntarily.
Their heroic work should be recognised.

