Special Educational Needs.

Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 27 June 2006

Tuesday, 27 June 2006

Questions (537)

Olwyn Enright

Question:

559 Ms Enright asked the Minister for Education and Science if she will review a decision to withdraw a special needs assistant from a child (details supplied) in County Laois in view of the fact that the child still has serious problems; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [24791/06]

Written answers

Minister for Education and Science (Ms Hanafin)

As the Deputy will be aware the National Council for Special Education (NCSE) is responsible for processing applications for special educational needs supports. My officials have been advised by the NCSE that special needs assistant support for the pupil in question has not been withdrawn. I understand that the local SENO will contact the school to clarify the position.