Disability services provision model for special schools 'not working', says Tánaiste

Micheál Martin said the current model used to provide disability services has resulted in a decline in the number of therapists in special schools

Micheál Martin said multidisciplinary teams are needed in all special schools.  Picture: Dan Linehan

The current model being used to provide disability services in special schools is not working and has resulted in a decline in the number of therapists in these schools, the Tánaiste has said.

The issue was raised with Micheál Martin in relation to St Killian’s School in Cork, which secured €40,000 to fund private therapists following a high-profile campaign by parents and staff.