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Asked by Michelle

AQW 43130/22-27 Written question to the Minister of Education

To ask the Minister of Education for an update on placements for children with special educational needs for the 2026-2027 academic year.

Asked by Michelle Guy MLA on 24 March 2026

  • Answered
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Tabled
24 March 2026
Answer due by
10 April 2026
Answered
1 April 20268 days after tabling
Department
Department of Education
Priority question
No

Answer

The Education Authority has confirmed that as of 27 March 2026, there is a shortfall of approximately 384 special education places for September 2026.

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