Peter Burke
Ceist:252. Deputy Peter Burke asked the Minister for Education and Skills the status of the ongoing review of July provision for children with cerebral palsy; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [30564/16]
Amharc ar fhreagraTuesday, 18 October 2016
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Freagraí scríofa
The Programme for a Partnership Government, published in May 2016, includes a commitment to examine the adequacy of current special education access and funding provision.
In addition the National Council for Special Education (NCSE) Policy Advice on Educational Provision for Children with Autism Spectrum Disorders was published on 15 July 2016.
In developing this policy advice, the NCSE reviewed the Department's July Provision scheme. The NCSE consulted widely with parents, professionals and other stakeholders and interested parties while also conducting research. The Policy advice is available on the NCSEs website www.ncse.ie.
An implementation group has now been established to review the recommendations of this policy advice. Recommendations which relate to the July Provision Scheme will be fully considered by this group which will prepare an implementation plan for the Ministers consideration.