Michael Murphy (Tipperary South, Fine Gael)

Ballyporeen national school in County Tipperary was sanctioned by the National Council for Special Education for a special class on 3 March. On 15 May, the NCSE withdrew this sanction because of rent implications linked to the building being provided for the class. This building is ready for use. It is on the school grounds and is owned by the local community council, a not-for-profit organisation. Everyone associated with the school is devastated. The community of Ballyporeen is devastated and, most importantly, the six children already enrolled in the special class and their parents and families are devastated. On my behalf and that of Councillor Marie Murphy, I appeal to the Tánaiste to intervene to engage with the Minister and Minister of State to find a solution and give these six special children the opportunity they deserve to reach the maximum of their ability and restore this sanction.

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