Taoiseach: Suspensions 'not the ideal way' of dealing with students in special schools

Speaking in New York, Micheál Martin told the 'Irish Examiner' that it was important that education and training boards become more involved in the provision of special education

Taoiseach Micheál Martin: 'It is necessary to have as many providers as possible.' File Picture: PA

Suspensions are not the best way of dealing with students with additional needs, the Taoiseach has said, after concerns were raised about two special schools in his constituency.

However, Micheál Martin said he believes that education and training boards (ETBs) should be more involved in special school provision and the Cork board would work with parents to ease their concerns.