Committee established to review learning provisions
A campaigner whose Tynwald Day petition has led to the formation of a new committee looking into support for pupils with dyslexia says she's 'so pleased'.
Members voted in favour of the Select Committee, which will report back with recommendations on how to improve matters in April.
You can find out more HERE.
Julia Bell set up the Dyslexia Advocacy Group after noticing signs in her own daughter but struggling to get a diagnosis recognition on the Isle of Man.
Julia told Manx Radio what she'd like to see introduced:
Education Minister Daphne Caine was in favour of the move, but told the committee to bear in mind funding limitations when it came to drafting recommendations.
You can listen to the full interview with Julia Bell via Newscast below:
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