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McHugh 'very open' to expanding summer support for kids with extra needs

The education minister says he is open to expanding tuition throughout the summer months for children with severe and profound intellectual disabilities or autism.

McHugh 'very open' to expanding summer support for kids with extra needs

Thu, 14 May, 2020 - 06:45

Jess Casey

Department of education chief inspector Harold Hislop, left, and Education Minister Joe McHugh. Picture: Leon Farrell/PA Wire

The education minister says he is open to expanding tuition throughout the summer months for children with severe and profound intellectual disabilities or autism.

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