AQW 40051/22-27 Written question to the Minister of Health
To ask the Minister of Health whether there are any plans to stop speech and language therapy provision ahead of children entering pre-school.
Asked by Michelle Guy MLA on 6 February 2026
- Answered
- Written
- Tabled
- 6 February 2026
- Answer due by
- 23 February 2026
- Answered
- 23 February 202617 days after tabling
- Department
- Department of Health
- Priority question
- No
Answer
Accessing speech and language therapy in the early years of childhood is extremely important in determining the future success of a child. It is therefore vital that we work closely with our education colleagues to support children who may be struggling with their speech and communication.
There are no plans to stop speech and language therapy provision ahead of children entering pre-school