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Asked by Michelle

AQW 38131/22-27 Written question to the Minister of Education

To ask the Minister of Education, pursuant to AQW 37727/22-27, to detail whether he will use the power of direction to ensure all children have a place for September 2026.

Asked by Michelle Guy MLA on 13 January 2026

  • Answered
  • Written
Tabled
13 January 2026
Answer due by
28 January 2026
Answered
14 January 20261 day after tabling
Department
Department of Education
Priority question
No

Answer

The Department of Education and Education Authority are currently considering all options to ensure placements for all children with statements of Special Education Needs for 2026.

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