Donegal TD Thomas Pringle says the Government has no understanding of the experience of families with children with disabilities, and is calling for more school-based summer provision, and other measures.
Addressing the Dáil during the debate on a Sinn Fein Special Education motion, Deputy Pringle urged the government to reverse a decision to cut summer provision capitation payments from €45 to €30 a week.
Deputy Pringle said more school-based summer provision must be made available, and when September comes, children with special needs should have access to appropriate education in their own community………………