Special Educational Needs

Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 24 January 2017

Tuesday, 24 January 2017

Questions (159)

Peter Fitzpatrick

Question:

159. Deputy Peter Fitzpatrick asked the Minister for Education and Skills his views on a matter (details supplied) regarding an Autism Spectrum Disorder, ASD, unit; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [2563/17]

Written answers

Minister for Education and Skills

I can confirm to the Deputy that a two-classroom ASD Unit is being provided as part of the accommodation for the new 1,000 pupil post-primary school to which he refers and which is currently under construction.