Gino Kenny
Question:237. Deputy Gino Kenny asked the Minister for Education the most up-to-date progress on the proposed upgrade to a school (details supplied); and if she will make a statement on the matter. [9378/24]
View answerTuesday, 27 February 2024
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The large scale capital project at the school referred to by the Deputy, is at Architectural Planning Stage 3 – Tender Action and Award. The project brief includes a new extension and refurbishment of the existing building, to provide accommodation for 1000 pupils with classrooms for children with Special Educational needs.
My Department want to reassure the Deputy and the school community, that the building project remains a priority for progression.
The Tender report is currently under review by my Department officials, the school authority will be updated when this review is complete.
Until the contractor is appointed it is not possible to provide an estimated completion date, however, once the contractor is appointed it is expected that it will take approximately 20 months to complete the project.