Fears autism support for toddlers to be scrapped

A review of the access and inclusion model (AIM) system in mainstream pre-schools is under way and TDs fear it will recommend EICs be scrapped.

Cork TDs are demanding Education Minister Norma Foley tells parents if a crucial State-funded educational support service for toddlers with autism is being scrapped.

Deputies Holly Cairns and Michael Collins fear closure of an early intervention class (EIC) at a West Cork school is the "first casualty" of a phased nationwide policy change.