Vol. 574 No. 2
170 Ms Enright asked the Minister for Education and Science the number of full-time special needs assistants and part-time special needs assistants employed in primary schools; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [26559/03]
There are currently 4,224 full-time and 1,250 part-time special needs assistants in primary schools being paid salaries on my Department's payroll. Approval for the position of special needs assistant is granted by my Department. The post is sanctioned to help cater for the special needs of the pupils and is subject to review in light of their emerging needs. The board of management of each individual school is responsible for the employment of special needs assistants.
Question No. 171 answered with Question No. 109.
