Mr. Pat Healy:

There are gaps in the existing model, some of which are associated with the historical way we have developed services. The point has been made in the feedback through education that those associated with a particular service provider or class may get a very good service, but the issue for us is that we must develop a more consistent approach. The inconsistency which arises by targeting particular special schools or specific providers, as has been done in the past, is not the way to continue. I referenced the work and research done by the National Disability Authority which supports this. Where the model is implemented it makes a difference. I take the point made by members that one must pay attention to today as well as roll out the model, and we are trying to strike a balance, but we do not want to lose the implementation of the model.