Meath-East TD Warns of Risks in Removing Diagnosis Requirement for Special School Places - 28/10/2026
Sinn Féin spokesperson on Education and Youth, Darren O’Rourke, has warned that Government plans to remove diagnosis as a requirement for entry to special schools and classes could have serious consequences for children with additional needs if proper safeguards and resources are not in place.
Deputy O’Rourke says no child should have to wait years for a diagnosis to receive educational support, but changing the rules will not address shortages of teachers, special needs assistants, therapists and specialist school places.
He has raised concerns about how children’s needs will be assessed and…
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