Ivor Callely (Fianna Fail)

I support the views expressed by Senators O'Toole and Keaveney regarding autism. Discussions on autism and in particular education generally concern ABA. I support the view that we should be talking about child centred and demand led services. Will the Leader arrange for the schedule for the implementation of the Education for Persons with Special Educational Needs Act by the Minister for Education and Science to be provided, which would be helpful for Members of the House? I know with regard to autism many Members of the House will push other issues with other Ministers. It would be beneficial to have the Education for Persons with Special Educational Needs Act.

I support what has been said about the pharmaceutical supply chain. It is regrettable that a number of community pharmacists, which do such good work, have closed and the services are not available.