Special Educational Needs

Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 25 April 2023

Tuesday, 25 April 2023

Questions (261)

Alan Dillon

Question:

261. Deputy Alan Dillon asked the Minister for Education if approval and funding can be granted for immediate provision of a three-modular classroom unit to accommodate special needs children (details supplied); if this will be granted before September 2023; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [19085/23]

Written answers

Minister for Education

My Department has received an application for additional accommodation from the school referred to by the Deputy. My Department has been in contact with the school authorities in relation to this application and the assessment process is ongoing. A decision will be conveyed to the school authorities as soon as possible.