To ask the Minister of Education whether recommendations from the Education Training Inspectorate's 2012 - 2013 report entitled An evaluation of the provision to meet the needs of pupils with persistent and challenging behaviour in special schools, were implemented.

This report and its recommendations were considered within the End-to-End Review of Special Educational Needs (SEN) which identified the need for investment in and building of a skilled and confident workforce with access to SEN focused resources and support to meet children’s needs.

My SEN Reform Agenda and Delivery Plan, under the Right People pillar, includes a number of actions, and demonstrates my commitment to investing in the educational workforce ensuring they are supported, valued and empowered to build supportive learning environments for pupils with SEN.