Families Waiting On Special Education Places Remain In The Dark - Sinn Fein

Longford Westmeath TD Sorca Clarke says she's been waiting on answer from the Education Department.

Sinn Fein says the annual scramble for special education places in our schools is a disgrace.

One month out from reopening, there is still no definite figure for how many children will receive a SEN place for the upcoming school year.

In June, Education Minister Helen McEntee said 92% of places had been allocated but hasn't provided an update.

The party also says children who receive supports in pre-school are not guaranteed to keep up them as they get older.

Longford Westmeath TD for Sinn Fein Sorca Clarke says the government needs to speak up:

 

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