Special needs cuts are an absolute disgrace

EDUCATION MINISTER Batt O’Keeffe’s decision to cut special needs classes is an absolute disgrace.

Children with learning difficulties have effectively been forgotten by our so-called leaders. It is disgusting we won’t help the weak and disadvantaged when they need it most at start of their lives.

This State spent €2 million to purchase the Blasket Island. While I agree with this in principle, did it have to be done now during a recession that has engulfed us all?