Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 16 April 2013
392. Deputy Charlie McConalogue asked the Minister for Education and Skills if his attention has been drawn to a funding deficit (details supplied) in County Wicklow; if they have been contacted by the association in regard to it and a possible 40% reduction in front-line staff; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [16314/13]
Amharc ar fhreagraI am aware that the Association referred to by the Deputy is experiencing difficulties as my officials are in direct contact with the school in question and the Health Service Executive. The front-line staff referred to by the Deputy are not funded by my Department. My Department continues to support the school through the ongoing provision of funding for the principal, teaching and special needs assistant staff in the school as well as the normal supplementary funding provided to such schools.
