Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 29 September 2004
595 Mr. Haughey asked the Minister for Education and Science if he will confirm that he has received correspondence from parents regarding their wish to establish a class for children with Asperger’s syndrome in a school (details supplied) in Fairview, Dublin 3; his response to this request; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [22667/04]
Amharc ar fhreagraI have received correspondence from the parents concerned. The development of a second level programme for children with Asperger's syndrome on the north side of the city and the issue of a long-term facility is still under active consideration within my Department. It is anticipated that proposals will shortly be finalised to allow for a unit to be operational from the commencement of the 2005-06 school year.
