New advisory group on school students with disability

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A new Schools Disability Advisory Council will provide ongoing, expert advice to the Gillard Government on how to provide more support and better services for students with disability.

Minister for School Education Peter Garrett and Parliamentary Secretary for Disabilities and Carers Senator Jan McLucas made the announcement in Sydney today during a forum with 65 stakeholders from the  disability and education sectors.

"Improving services and support for people with disabilities is a key priority for the Gillard Government, and education is no exception," Mr Garrett said.

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