Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 30 January 2014
58. Deputy Clare Daly asked the Minister for Education and Skills the criteria upon which the National Council for Special Education determines who is a stakeholder in determining with whom they will consult in terms of the policy advice due out in 2015 on the education of persons with ASD; the criteria to be included on the list of stakeholders; and the way a person or organisation may submit their recommendations and research for consideration. [4719/14]
View answerI have arranged for the detail requested by the Deputy to be referred to the National Council for Special Education (NCSE) for their attention and direct reply. As the Deputy is aware I requested the NCSE to prepare evidence based policy advice on the education of children with autism which would be informed by research and consultation. I specifically asked the NCSE to consult widely with parents, professionals, other stakeholders and interested parties in the preparation of this policy advice. I understand that the work has already commenced, the research process is underway and the Council has heard presentations from a range of interested parties.
