Dáil Éireann debate -
Thursday, 11 Jun 1998

Vol. 492 No. 3

Written Answers. - Special Educational Needs.

John McGuinness

Question:

78 Mr. McGuinness asked the Minister for Education and Science if he will re-examine the case of a person (details supplied) in County Kilkenny and the submission made on his behalf with a view to providing assistance or funding towards his special educational needs; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [13920/98]

Minister for Education and Science (Mr. Martin)

I have examined this case in response to previous representations, and officials of my Department have met with a parent of the person in question. I am asking the vocational education committee and FÁS to examine what options can be combined to assist in this case.