263 Mr. Boylan asked the Minister for Education and Science the reason he has not sanctioned the permanency of a person (details supplied) in County Cavan as a special needs assistant in Gowna national school, Gowna, County Cavan; and if he will now sanction this appointment. [28175/01]

I have asked my officials to examine the issue raised by the Deputy. My Department will be in contact with the school authorities in relation to the matter shortly.