Dáil Éireann debate -
Wednesday, 29 Jan 2003

Vol. 560 No. 1

Written Answers. - Special Educational Needs.

Willie Penrose

Question:

411 Mr. Penrose asked the Minister for Education and Science if his Department received an application almost a year ago, for a special needs teacher, for a school (details supplied) in County Westmeath; if such a teacher will be appointed immediately; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [1466/03]

Minister for Education and Science (Mr. N. Dempsey)

My Department has approved additional teaching hours to cater for the pupils with special needs attending the school referred to by the Deputy.