Jan O'Sullivan (Limerick City, Labour) | Oireachtas source

That proves the point that we need to undertake cross-departmetnal work.

I think I have dealt with most of the issues that Senators raised. I thought it was important to address the Down's syndrome issue so that such children would not have to wait until the new model comes in. That is because some schools felt they did not have certainty concerning resource hours for those diagnosed as having mild educational needs due to Down's syndrome.

I thank Senators for their contributions. I will certainly bring their suggestions to the attention of those involved in the consultation process that is now under way on the new model.