# Shared Education Act (Northern Ireland) 2016, Section 1: Purpose of this Act


(1) This Act makes provision in relation to shared education.
(2) The purpose of shared education is—
(a) to deliver educational benefits to children and young persons;
(b) to promote the efficient and effective use of resources;
(c) to promote equality of opportunity;
(d) to promote good relations; and
(e) to promote respect for identity, diversity and community cohesion.

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Source: https://www.legislation.gov.uk/nia/2016/20/section/1 (the official version)
Page: https://openlegislation.uk/shared-education-act-northern-ireland-2016/section-1
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