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Campaign groups calls for more support for dyslexic students

Concerns raised about the number being punished for not understanding homework

Dyslexic students should be given more support in Manx schools according to campaigners.

The Dyslexia Advocacy Group gave evidence to a Tynwald Select Committee this week after bringing forward a petition calling for better identification and provision for those with the condition.

You can find out more HERE.

Peter Washington is a member of the group.

He says children are being penalised for not being able to interpret the information given to them:

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