Closure of schools for children with special educational needs a 'cruel blow to families'

The groups said that they recognise the concerns that parties involved have for their members “but they hope that with continued engagement between all parties, a way forward can be found that works in everyone’s interests”. File picture: Larry Cummins

Four advocacy groups representing children with special educational needs and their families have said that they are deeply disappointed that schools will not be reopening on Thursday.

Late last night the Department of Education conceded that the phased return of special schools and classes could not go-ahead.