This week, local Assembly Member Paul Davies continued to lobby the Minister for Children, Education and Lifelong Learning with questions over funding for learners with additional needs and special education needs providers.

Paul Davies said, "I am pleased to bring these issues back to the forefront of the Minister's attention. I have received representations regarding this issue and I am pleased to raise their voices in the Assembly Chamber.

I remain deeply concerned about the effect that financial pressures are having on these providers and in turn, on vulnerable people in our society. However, I am committed to seeing these learners getting the support they deserve.

I will continue to monitor this situation and liaise with relevant bodies to ensure that this situation is dealt with as soon as possible."