Manus Boyle (Fine Gael)

I wish to associate myself with the condolences for Martin Mansergh and Senator Clifford-Lee's father. I also extend my sincere condolences to the McCloskey family on the loss of their son, Kevin, who tragically lost his life while out fishing in Donegal on Thursday. He will be sorely missed. He was one of the renowned fishermen in the port.

I wonder if the Leader could get clarification for me for the mother of Allissa in County Donegal. Allissa has type 1 diabetes and needs an SNA at the school to monitor her condition. The teacher in the classroom has enough to do and to be honest, with type 1 diabetes, we really need somebody there to monitor. Last week, the SENO reached out and said it would be two weeks before the school would be assessed. Surely somebody from the Department could have a look and see if we can get the assessment done for this little girl. It is unacceptable for Allissa. She missed a week at school last week. Surely the Department can speed things up. This wee girl wants to go to school. She is only small and she wants to learn. At the end of the day, why she should suffer just because she has type 1 diabetes? I ask the Minister to intervene here and try and sort this out. Allissa deserves better. Getting somebody up there as soon as possible would help resolve the situation.