Niall Collins (Limerick County, Fianna Fail) | Oireachtas source

I thank the Senator for raising what is a very important issue for the Tramore school planning area, not only for the students but also for the parents and the wider community. I reiterate that the Government is absolutely committed to supporting children with special educational needs. The fact that 27% of the entire budget of the Department of Education is allocated to it is a very strong and significant statement by the Department and the Government. With regard to the clarification that the Senator seeks, I cannot give it now but if he writes to me after this debate I will have it followed up and clarified for him directly.