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Special Educational Needs and the Law is a unique examination of the law in this topical area. It provides a detailed analysis of the Education for Persons with Special Educational Needs Act 2004, which has far-reaching implications for education. This book will be of interest to legal practitioners and is accessible to primary and post-primary school managers, students and local authorities. Contents: Introduction; Education Legislation; The Education for Persons with Special Educational Needs in the 2004 Act; The Constitution and Special Educational Needs An International Perspective; Commentary; A Final Word; Appendix I: the Education for Persons with Special Educational Needs Act 2004; Appendix II: Disability Act 2005 (Part II). Mary Meaney is a practising barrister with experience of teaching at primary, secondary and third-level, and consultancy in education. Nessa Kiernan is a former teacher and practising barrister. Karl Monahan is a former teacher and practising barrister.