Education Minister Stands Over Special School Enrolment System

Hildegarde Naughton has been touring Laois schools today.

Educators in special schools are criticising new admission rules.

The Government is removing the need for a professional assessment before a child can enrol.

The National Association of Special School Principals says the decision was made without consultation.

Education Minister Hildegarde Naughton is visiting schools in Laois today, with principals seeking urgent clarification on how the changes will work.

Speaking at Kolbe Special School in Portlaoise, the Minister insists children's access to education will be protected:

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