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The NCSE apologized for mishandling SNA cuts, with no reductions proceeding and €19M added to support students.
The National Council for Special Education (NCSE) apologized for causing distress during a review of Special Needs Assistant (SNA) allocations, which proposed cuts at one-third of around 580 schools.
The government paused all SNA reductions for the upcoming school year amid widespread concern from parents and educators.
The NCSE acknowledged flawed communication and pledged better engagement, while the Department of Education confirmed no cuts would proceed and added €19 million in funding.
Most schools were unaffected or received additional support, with only a few facing minor reductions.
A revised process and new support plans are expected before the next review cycle.
El NCSE se disculpó por el mal manejo de los recortes del SNA, sin que se produjeran reducciones y se agregaron € 19M para apoyar a los estudiantes.