Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 30 April 2014
185. Deputy Clare Daly asked the Minister for Education and Skills if he will confirm that the Psychological Society of Ireland's division of behaviour analysis has not been consulted as part of the current NCSE review of educational provision for children with autism; and if his Department provided any suggestions to the NCSE regarding potential stakeholders who might be consulted. [19163/14]
View answerAs the Deputy is aware the National Council for Special Education (NCSE) is currently preparing Policy Advice on the Educational Provision for Children with Autism Spectrum Disorders using terms of reference provided by my Department. I specifically asked that they would consult widely with parents, professionals, other stakeholders and interested parties in the preparation of this advice but I did not provide any suggestions as to potential stakeholders who should be consulted in this context. I am aware that the consultation process has commenced. However I am not aware of the stakeholders who have been consulted in this regard. Therefore I have arranged for the question to be forwarded to the NCSE for their direct attention and reply.
