Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 17 February 2005
149 Mr. F. McGrath asked the Minister for Education and Science the position regarding the Government promise of a class at second level for students with Asperger’s syndrome on the northside of Dublin; if she has a place of action on this issue. [5413/05]
Amharc ar fhreagraMy Department is actively engaged in pursuing the development of a second level programme for children with Asperger's syndrome on Dublin's north side. A letter outlining proposals regarding the establishment of a unit for pupils with Asperger's syndrome has recently issued to a post-primary school in that area.
150 Dr. Upton asked the Minister for Education and Science if she will respond to representations from persons (details supplied) in Dublin 6W regarding assistance they need to provide for the education of their child. [5415/05]
Amharc ar fhreagraThe case referred to by the Deputy has been reviewed by my Department. Arising from the review, my Department's position remains that satisfactory facilities exist within the State to meet the person's educational needs. In the circumstances, it is not proposed to make funding available for the person in question towards an educational placement abroad.
