281 Mr. Aylward asked the Minister for Education and Science if she will review the application for home tuition for a person (details supplied) in County Kilkenny; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [10635/07]

299 Mr. F. McGrath asked the Minister for Education and Science if she will urgently assist a person (details supplied) who needs funding for home tuition and other supports made available to them and their family. [10838/07]

I propose to take Questions Nos. 281 and 299 together.

I am pleased to advise that my Department recently sanctioned home tuition for the child in question and a letter to this effect has issued to the family.