I propose to take Questions Nos. 496, 498 and 499 together.
The Deputy will be aware that the National Council for Special Education (NCSE), through the local special educational needs organisers (SENOs), is responsible for processing applications for special educational needs (SEN) supports from primary and post-primary schools.
I am informed by the NCSE that a parent of the pupil referred to by the Deputy has been in contact with the local SENO regarding SEN supports. In order to process the application, it is necessary for the school to apply for these supports. I understand that such an application has yet to be received. On receipt of a request from the school, the SENO will consider the application and will inform the school authorities directly of the outcome.