Michael Noonan (Limerick East, Fine Gael)
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Question 435: To ask the Tánaiste and Minister for Education and Science when she will change the policy requiring children to leave special schools by the age of 18 years in view of the decision S2009-050 of the Equality Tribunal; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [13837/10]

Mary Coughlan (Donegal South West, Fianna Fail)
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My Department is currently reviewing its policy relating to school leaving age with a view to developing a consistent approach for all students whether they are attending a mainstream post primary school or special school. Pending the conclusion of this policy review, I am pleased to confirm for the Deputy that my Department will advise special schools that they may retain students over 18 years of age who are following courses leading to accreditation on a case by case basis.