Dáil Éireann - Volume 542 - 17 October, 2001

Written Answers. - School Staffing.

185. Mr. Creed asked the Minister for Education and Science when a classroom assistant will be sanctioned for a person (details supplied) in County Cork. [24401/01]

Minister for Education and Science (Dr. Woods): I am aware of the application for special needs assistant support for the pupil referred to by the Deputy. My Department's primary inspectorate is investigating the application. Once the inspectorate has reported, my officials will be in contact with the school authorities.

186. Mr. Creed asked the Minister for Education and Science if a classroom assistant at a school (details supplied) will be retained in County Cork. [24402/01]

Minister for Education and Science (Dr. Woods): Officials from my Department are examining the matter and further contact will be made with the school authorities shortly.