Dr. Louise Higgins:

The key issue is not to compromise and result in bad practice, which is what PTAs were. We would be in agreement that if families apply for an AON under the Disability Act, they should get it done in a comprehensive way in line with best practice and intervention and supports should be individualised for the young person. Mr. Allen outlined that we are in a grim situation with resourcing, and that is why we are pushing forward.