Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 25 April 2024
190. Deputy Mark Ward asked the Minister for Education to provide an update on a school building project (details supplied); what this means in real terms for this school; when the school can expect construction work to commence; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [18547/24]
View answerThe large scale capital project for the school referred to by the Deputy is included in my Department’s Construction Programme which will be delivered under the National Development Plan (NDP) as part of Project Ireland 2040 framework.
The project brief includes the Demolition of the existing school and the phased construction of a three storey 1,000 pupil Community School with classrooms for children with special education needs and a PE Hall.
My Department’s planning and building unit is currently assessing its work programme and priorities for 2024 in the context of overall requirements. The large scale capital project remains a priority for delivery, in line with the accommodation issues present at the school.
The project is at an advanced stage of Architectural Planning Stage 3 – Tender Action and Award, the tender process was undertaken, and a contractor identified. The next steps for the project will be the completion of the tender process and progression to Stage 4 – Construction.
Department officials were in contact with the school authority to reassure them that the school building project was progressing and will be delivered.
