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generate synergies through devising complementary work programmes<br />
and sharing knowledge and ideas. This enhances their capacity, individually<br />
and collectively, to advise government on the measures which can support<br />
Ireland’s future capacity for innovation, competitiveness and inclusion.<br />
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<strong>National</strong> Economic and Social Forum<br />
16 Parnell Square, Dublin 1<br />
Tel: (01) 814 6361 Fax: (01) 814 6301<br />
Email: info@nesf.ie Web: www.nesf.ie<br />
A constituent body <strong>of</strong> the <strong>National</strong> Economic and Social Development Office,<br />
the Forum’s remit focuses on monitoring and analysing the implementation<br />
<strong>of</strong> specific social and economic measures and programmes, especially those<br />
concerned with the achievement <strong>of</strong> equality. Its membership now includes<br />
four broad strands: (i) members <strong>of</strong> the Oireachtas, (ii) employer/business<br />
and farm bodies, (iii) the voluntary and community sector and (iv) central<br />
government, local government and independents.<br />
Publications: Regular newsletter; a range <strong>of</strong> reports on topics such as social<br />
partnership, local development, long-term unemployment, delivery <strong>of</strong> social<br />
services, equality pro<strong>of</strong>ing issues, early school leavers, job initiatives, social<br />
and affordable housing and accommodation, and rural development.<br />
<strong>National</strong> Educational Psychological Service – NEPS<br />
Frederick Court, 24–27 North Frederick Street, Dublin 1<br />
Tel: (01) 889 2700, normal business hours Fax: (01) 889 2755<br />
Email: neps@neps.gov.ie Web: www.education.ie<br />
A section <strong>of</strong> the Department <strong>of</strong> Education and Science that provides<br />
psychological services in both primary and post-primary schools and in<br />
related centres supported by the Department. Its overall aim is to assist in<br />
facilitating all students to develop to their potential and to maximise the<br />
benefits <strong>of</strong> their educational and other experiences, having particular regard<br />
to those with special education needs.<br />
<strong>National</strong> Educational Welfare Board<br />
16–22 Green Street, Dublin 7<br />
Tel: (01) 873 8700 Fax: (01) 873 8799<br />
Email: info@newb.ie Web: www.newb.ie<br />
Established under the Education (Welfare) Act 2000, the principal function<br />
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