A controversial review of special needs assistant (SNA) allocations is being paused after criticism from teachers, parents and unions.
Minister for Education and Youth Hildegarde Naughton on Tuesday said, having listened to issues raised by parents and school communities in recent days, she is pausing the review of allocations.
“I want to reiterate that there are no cuts to SNA numbers. I want to ensure that SNAs are with the children who most need their care,” she said in a statement.
The review sparked criticism after the National Council for Special Education (NCSE) contacted some schools indicating their allocations were being reduced.
The Department of Education had said …