asked the Minister for Education if he will state the position regarding the proposed extension to the Sisters of Mercy schools at Philip Street, Waterford.
Ceisteanna—Questions. Oral Answers. - Extension of Waterford School.
There are two matters at issue in relation to the accommodation in St. Otteran's Convent of Mercy National School, Philip Street, Waterford. The first concerns the junior section of the school and the position in that regard is that a suitable site has been offered for a new building for junior pupils. The second relates to the senior section of the school and in that connection consideration is being given to the question whether it would be feasible, as an alternative to the replacement of the building occupied by senior pupils, to improve conditions in the building so as to make it reasonably suitable for use for some time longer. A report is awaited from the Commissioners of Public Works in regard to the senior section and on receipt of the report my Department will communicate with the reverend manager in the case.