Richard Bruton
Question:283 Mr. R. Bruton asked the Minister for Education and Science the resources, if any, available to help fund summer camps for children with a disability; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [16557/99]
Written Answers. - Special Educational Needs.
My Department's involvement in funding services for children with disabilities is focused on in-school programmes aimed at addressing the special educational needs of the children in question. All available resources are devoted to ensuring the highest possible level and quality of education service for the children in question throughout the school year.
Resources are not currently available to my Department to fund summer camps for the children in question.