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Dyslexia: Northern Ireland

Volume 687: debated on Wednesday 13 December 2006

asked Her Majesty's Government:

What proposals they will make to provide further assistance to adult dyslexics in Northern Ireland.[HL503]

The Department for Employment and Learning's Disablement Advisory Service provides services for people with dyslexia, including funding and support to meet their education and employment needs. Ongoing programmes and services enable those with dyslexia to find and keep employment. Colleges and universities are required to make their premises and courses available to students with dyslexia, who can claim the disabled student’s allowance. Technical aids and support workers are available to help them in their studies.