Dáil Éireann debate -
Tuesday, 8 Feb 2000

Vol. 513 No. 6

Written Answers. - Special Educational Needs.

Richard Bruton

Question:

417 Mr. R. Bruton asked the Minister for Education and Science if his attention has been drawn to the proposal for a research project on education for children with a disability at first and second level schools which has been drawn up by the Offaly Centre for Independent Living; and if he will contribute to the funding of the project. [3044/00]

Minister for Education and Science (Dr. Woods)

The proposal to which the Deputy refers is currently being considered by my Department. Officials of my Department will be in touch with the centre as soon as possible in relation to this matter.