asked the Minister for Finance when it is proposed that the new school at Derrylamogue, Rosenallis, Laois, will be certified as completed; if he will state the estimated cost, the type of school building and the number of classrooms; and if his Department will take steps to see that no time will be lost in the completion of this school which is of vital importance to the locality.
Ceisteanna—Questions. Oral Answers. - Laois and Offaly Schools.
27.
The erection of this two-room school is virtually completed. It is expected that the final certificate of completion will be issued at an early date. The cost is estimated at £6,100.
28.
asked the Minister for Finance when his Department last inspected and reported on the condition and need for improvement and general repair at the Portlaoise convent school; the estimated amount to be spent in the completion of all necessary repairs in a satisfactory manner, having regard to the long delay in the execution of this work from the date when it was first reported; and when it is expected that he will receive a certificate of completion.
The report on the condition of this school was made to the Department of Education on 19th October, 1950. The estimated cost of the required works is £13,000. The contract is expected to be completed by 31st October, this year.
29.
asked the Minister for Finance when it was decided to erect a new national school at Shinrone, Birr, County Offaly; if plans are available; if a site was approved; if he will state the type of building proposed, the number of classrooms and the approximate total cost; when it is expected that this urgent work will be carried out; and if he will see that no time will be lost in this matter in view of the absolute necessity for a school in the area.
The date of the decision to erect a new school is not known to the Office of Public Works. A site has not yet been approved. The school will have three classrooms. An estimate of the cost has not yet been made.
30.
asked the Minister for Finance when it was decided to erect a new national school at Thomastown, Birr, County Offaly; if plans are available; if a site has been approved; if he will state the type of building proposed, the number of classrooms and the approximate total cost; when it is expected that this urgent work will be carried out; and if he will see that no time will be lost in this matter in view of the absolute necessity for a school in the area.
The date of the decision to erect a new school is not known to the Office of Public Works but a grant was sanctioned by the Department of Education on 3rd March, 1961. The site has been approved and the working drawings will be put in hands as soon as possible. The school will have two classrooms. The cost is estimated at £5,250.
31.
asked the Minister for Finance when it was decided to erect a new national school at Shannon Harbour, Birr, County Offaly; if plans are available; if a site has been approved; if he will state the type of building proposed, the number of classrooms and approximate total cost; when it is expected that this urgent work will be carried out; and if he will see that no time will be lost in this matter in view of the absolute necessity for a school in the area.
The date of the decision to erect a new school is not known to the Office of Public Works. A grant was sanctioned by the Department of Education on 3rd February, 1961. The work is due to be completed on 30th March, 1963. The school will have two classrooms and is estimated to cost £6,700.
32.
asked the Minister for Finance when it was decided to erect a new national school at Portarlington Convent, County Offaly; if plans are available; if a site has been approved; if he will state the type of building proposed, the number of classrooms and the approximate total cost; when it is expected that this urgent work will be carried out; and if he will see that no time will be lost in this matter in view of the absolute necessity for a school in the area.
The date of the decision to erect a new school is not known to the Office of Public Works. A grant was sanctioned by the Department of Education on the 11th April 1961. The site has been approved. Working drawings and bills of quantities have been prepared and tenders will be invited shortly. The school will have five classrooms and is estimated to cost £18,000.
33.
asked the Minister for Finance when it is expected that the new school at Errill, County Laois, will be certified as completed; if he will state the estimated cost, the type of school building and the number of classrooms; and if his Department will take steps to see that no time will be lost in the completion of this school which is of vital importance to the locality.
The erection of this school is due to be completed on 20th March, 1963. It is a school of two classrooms. The cost is estimated at £7,250.
34.
asked the Minister for Finance when his Department last inspected the condition and state of repair of the national school at Camross, Mountrath, County Laois; when it is proposed to carry out an urgent scheme of general improvement and repairs for this school; what is the estimated cost of such work; and if he will have it undertaken immediately.
This school was inspected on 4th June, 1962. The improvements are estimated to cost £3,100 and preparation of the working drawings is in hands.
35.
asked the Minister for Finance when his Department last inspected the condition and state of repair of the national school at Castlefleming, Errill, County Laois; when it is proposed to carry out an urgent scheme of general improvement and repair for this school; what is the estimated cost of such work; and if he will have it undertaken immediately.
This school was inspected on 13th February, 1962. The preparation of a sketch scheme and estimate is in hands.
36.
asked the Minister for Finance when his Department last inspected the condition and state of repair of the national school at Mount Bolus, Tullamore, County Offaly; when it is proposed to carry out an urgent scheme of general improvements and repairs to this school; what is the estimated cost; and if he will have this work undertaken immediately.
This school was inspected on 26th August, 1961. The improvements are estimated to cost £4,400. Tenders are under consideration.
37.
asked the Minister for Finance when his Department last inspected the condition and state of repair of the national school at Oxmanstown, Birr, County Offaly; when it is proposed to carry out an urgent scheme of general improvements and repairs to this school; what is the estimated cost; and if he will have this work undertaken immediately.
The school was last inspected on 17th May, 1962. The estimated cost of works is £900, and the Manager has arranged a contract.
38.
asked the Minister for Finance when the new school at Killenard, Portarlington, County Laois will be certified as completed; if he will state its estimated cost, the type of school building and the number of classrooms; and if his Department will take steps to see that no time will be lost in the completion of this school which is of vital importance to the locality.
The erection of this school is due to be completed on 30th April 1963. It is a school of four classrooms. The cost is estimated at £16,000.
39.
asked the Minister for Finance when the new school at Esker, County Offaly will be certified as completed; if he will state its estimated cost, the type of school building and the number of classrooms; and if his Department will take steps to see that no time will be lost in the completion of this school which is of vital importance to the locality.
The erection of this school is due to be completed on 31st January, 1963. It is a school of two classrooms. The cost is estimated at £8,000.
40.
asked the Minister for Finance when it is proposed that the new school at Geashill, County Offaly will be certified as completed; if he will state its estimated cost, the type of school building and the number of classrooms; and if his Department will take steps to see that no time will be lost in the completion of this school which is of vital importance to the locality.
The erection of this one-room school is virtually completed. It is expected that the certificate of completion will be issued at an early date. The cost is estimated at £5,350.
41.
asked the Minister for Finance when the new school at Tullamore Convent, County Offaly will be certified as completed; if he will state its estimated cost, the type of school building and the number of classrooms; and if his Department will take steps to see that no time will be lost in the completion of this school which is of vital importance to the locality.
The erection of this school is being carried out under the supervision of the Manager's Architect and the work is well advanced. The school has nine classrooms and is estimated to cost £45,000.
42.
asked the Minister for Finance when it was decided to erect a new national school at Leamore, Blue Ball, Tullamore, County Offaly; if plans are available; if a site has been approved; if he will state the type of building proposed, number of classrooms and the approximate total cost; when it is expected that this urgent work will be carried out; and if he will see that no time will be lost in this matter in view of the absolute necessity for a school in the area.
The date of the decision to erect a new school is not known to the Office of Public Works. A site has not yet been approved. The school will have two classrooms. An estimate of the cost has not yet been made.
43.
asked the Minister for Finance when his Department last inspected the condition and state of repair of the national school at Emo, Portlaoise, County Laois; when it is proposed to carry out an urgent scheme of general improvement and repairs to this school; and the estimated cost of such work.
This school was inspected on 20th March, 1962. The preparation of a sketch scheme and estimate is in hands.
44.
asked the Minister for Finance when his Department last inspected the condition and state of repair of the national school at Killanure, Mountrath, County Laois; when it is proposed to carry out an urgent scheme of general improvement and repairs to this school; and the estimated cost of such work.
This school was inspected on 4th June, 1962. The improvements are estimated to cost £2,000 and the preparation of the working drawings is in hands.
45.
asked the Minister for Finance when it was decided to erect a new national school at Killina Convent, Rahan, County Offaly; if plans are available; if a site has been approved; if he will state the type of building proposed, the number of classrooms and the approximate total cost; when it is expected that this urgent work will be carried out; and if he will see that no time will be lost in this matter in view of the absolute necessity for a school in the area.
The date of the decision to erect a new school is not known to the Office of Public Works but a grant was sanctioned by the Department of Education on 9th December, 1961. The site offered has been approved and the working drawings will be put in hands as soon as possible. The school will have four classrooms and the cost is estimated at £17,000.
Might I ask if any priority could be given in this very special case so that the work could be proceeded with?
I can assure the Deputy there will be no undue delay.
46.
asked the Minister for Finance when it was decided to erect a new national school at Daingean, County Offaly; if plans are available; if a site has been approved; if he will state the type of building proposed, the number of classrooms and the approximate total cost; when it is expected that this urgent work will be carried out; and if he will see that no time will be lost in this matter in view of the absolute necessity for a school in the area.
The date of the decision to erect a new school is not known to the Office of Public Works. A site has been approved and the sketch scheme is in hands. The school will have six classrooms. An estimate of the cost has not yet been made.
47.
asked the Minister for Finance when it was decided to erect a new national school at Coolanarney, Blue Ball, Tullamore, County Offaly; if plans are available; if a site has been approved; if he will state the type of building proposed, the number of classrooms and the approximate total cost; when it is expected that this urgent work will be carried out; and if he will see that no time will be lost in this matter in view of the absolute necessity for a school in the area.
The date of the decision to erect a new school is not known to the Office of Public Works but a grant was sanctioned by the Department of Education on 2nd January, 1962. A site has been approved and the working drawings will be prepared as soon as possible. The school will have two classrooms. The cost is estimated at £6,000.
48.
asked the Minister for Finance when it was decided to erect a new national school at Cloghan, Tullamore, County Offaly; if plans are available; if a site has been approved; if he will state the type of building proposed, the number of classrooms and the approximate total cost; when it is expected that this urgent work will be carried out; and if he will see that no time will be lost in this matter in view of the absolute necessity for a school in the area.
The date of the decision to erect a new school is not known to the Office of Public Works but a grant was sanctioned by the Department of Education on 7th April, 1961. The school will have three classrooms. Tenders for the work, which is estimated to cost £9,000, are under consideration.
49.
asked the Minister for Finance when it was decided to erect a new national school at Cloghan, County Offaly; if plans are available; if a site has been approved; if he will state the type of building proposed, the number of classrooms and the approximate total cost; when it is expected that this urgent work will be carried out; and if he will see that no time will be lost in this matter in view of the absolute necessity for a school in the area.
The date of the decision to erect a new school is not known to the Office of Public Works. A grant was sanctioned by the Department of Education on 8th August, 1961. The working drawings have been completed and the bill of quantities will now be prepared. The school will have six classrooms and is estimated to cost £21,000.
50.
asked the Minister for Finance when it was decided to erect a new national school at Bunn, Croghan, County Offaly; if plans are available; if a site has been approved; if he will state the type of building proposed, the number of classrooms and the approximate total cost; when it is expected that this urgent work will be carried out; and if he will see that no time will be lost in this matter in view of the absolute necessity for a school in the area.
The date of the decision to erect a new school is not known to the Office of Public Works. A grant was sanctioned by the Department of Education on 26th October, 1961. The school will have two classrooms and is estimated to cost £6,200. The working drawings will be put in hands when satisfactory evidence of title to the approved site has been furnished by the Manager to the Department of Education.
51.
asked the Minister for Finance when it was decided to erect a new national school at High Street, Belmont, County Offaly; if plans are available; if a site has been approved; if he will state the type of building proposed, the number of classrooms and the approximate total cost; when it is expected that this urgent work will be carried out; and if he will see that no time will be lost in this matter in view of the absolute necessity for a school in the area.
The date of the decision to erect a new school is not known to the Office of Public Works. A site has not yet been approved. The school will have three classrooms. An estimate of the cost has not yet been made.
52.
asked the Minister for Finance when it was decided to erect a new national school at Ballyegan, Birr, County Offaly; if plans are available; if a site has been approved; if he will state the type of building proposed, the number of classrooms and approximate total cost; when it is expected that this urgent work will be carried out; and if he will see that no time will be lost in this matter in view of the absolute necessity for a school in the area.
The date of the decision to erect a new school is not known to the Office of Public Works. A site has not yet been approved. The school will have two classrooms. An estimate of the cost has not yet been made.
53.
asked the Minister for Finance when it was decided to erect a new national school at Rushes, Wolfhill, County Laois; if plans are available; if a site has been approved; if he will state the type of building proposed, the number of classrooms and the approximate total cost; when it is expected that this urgent work will be carried out; and if he will see that no time will be lost in this matter in view of the absolute necessity for a school in the area.
The date of the decision to erect a new school is not known to the Office of Public Works. A site has not yet been approved. The school will have two classrooms. An estimate of the cost has not yet been made.
May I ask if the Parliamentary Secretary can indicate in respect of this school what steps are being taken to have a site approved? Have the Board of Works examined a number of sites and, if so, has a selection been made?
We have examined three sites.
When education comes to that county, the Deputy will be out on his head.
54.
asked the Minister for Finance when it was decided to erect a new national school at Borris-in-Ossory, County Laois; if plans are available; if a site has been approved; if he will state the type of building proposed, the number of classrooms and the approximate total cost; when it is expected that this urgent work will be carried out; and if he will see that no time will be lost in this matter in view of the absolute necessity for a school in the area.
The date of the decision to erect a new school is not known to the Office of Public Works. A site has not yet been approved. The school will have three classrooms. An estimate of the cost has not yet been made.
55.
asked the Minister for Finance when it was decided to erect a new national school at Rath, Ballybrittas, County Laois; if plans are available; if a site has been approved; if he will state the type of building proposed, the number of classrooms and the approximate total cost; when it is expected that this urgent work will be carried out; and if he will see that no time will be lost in this matter in view of the absolute necessity for a school in the area.
The date of the decision to erect a new school is not known to the Office of Public Works. A site has not yet been approved. The school will have three classrooms. An estimate of the cost has not yet been made.
Has the Parliamentary Secretary any information as to when the last inspection was carried out of sites in Rath parish?
Yes.
Was it very recently?
The 7th January of this year.
56.
asked the Minister for Finance when it was decided to erect a new national school at Ballaghmore, County Laois; if plans are available; if a site has been approved; if he will state the type of building proposed, the number of classrooms and the approximate total cost; when it is expected that this urgent work will be carried out; and if he will see that no time will be lost in this matter in view of the absolute necessity for a school in the area.
The date of the decision to erect a new school is not known to the Office of Public Works. A site has not yet been approved. The school will have two classrooms. An estimate of the cost has not yet been made.
57.
asked the Minister for Finance when his Department last inspected the condition and state of repair of the national school at Briscole, Mountrath, County Laois; when it is proposed to carry out an urgent scheme of general improvement and repairs for this school; what is the estimated cost of such work; and if he will have it undertaken immediately.
The school was last inspected on 12th April, 1962. The Manager has arranged a contract, and the estimated cost of works is £420.
58.
asked the Minister for Finance when his Department last inspected the condition and state of repair of the national school at Killeshin, Carlow, County Laois; when it is proposed to carry out an urgent scheme of general improvement and repairs to this school; and the estimated cost of such work.
This school was inspected on 17th February, 1961. The improvement of the school is estimated to cost £2,000, and preparation of the working drawings will commence as soon as possible.
59.
asked the Minister for Finance when his Department last inspected the condition and state of the national school at Mountmellick, County Laois; when it is proposed to carry out an urgent scheme of general improvement and repairs to this school; and the estimated cost of such work.
The school was last inspected on 7th December, 1959. A specification covering necessary repairs is being prepared, and work will be undertaken without delay. The estimated cost of works is £280.
60.
asked the Minister for Finance when his Department last inspected the condition and state of repair of the national school at the Oak, Portlaoise, County Laois; when it is proposed to carry out an urgent scheme of general improvement and repairs to this school; and the estimated cost of such work.
This school was inspected on 20th March, 1962. The preparation of a sketch scheme and estimate is in hands.
61.
asked the Minister for Finance when his Department last inspected the condition and state of repair of the national school at Raheen, Abbeyleix, County Laois; when it is proposed to carry out an urgent scheme of general improvement and repairs to this school; and the estimated cost of such work.
The school was last inspected on 18th July, 1961. The estimated cost of works is £800, but a grant has not yet been sanctioned by the Department of Education.
62.
asked the Minister for Finance when his Department last inspected the condition and state of repair of the national school at Rath, Ballybrittas, County Laois: when it is proposed to carry out an urgent scheme of general improvement and repairs to this school; what is the estimated cost; and if he will have this work undertaken immediately.
The school was last inspected in November 1959. A specification covering necessary repairs is being prepared and work will be undertaken without delay. The estimated cost of works is £200.
63.
asked the Minister for Finance when his Department last inspected the condition and state of repair of the national school at Rathdowney, County Laois; when it is proposed to carry out an urgent scheme of general improvement and repairs to this school; what is the estimated cost; and if he will have this work undertaken immediately.
The school was last inspected on 8th May, 1962. The estimated cost of works is £200, and the Manager has arranged a contract.
64.
asked the Minister for Finance when his Department last inspected the condition and state of repair of the national school at Tolerton, Carlow, County Laois; when it is proposed to carry out an urgent scheme of general improvement and repairs to this school; what is the estimated cost; and if he will have this work undertaken immediately.
This school was inspected on 6th June, 1962. The preparation of a sketch scheme and estimate is in hands.
65.
asked the Minister for Finance when his Department last inspected the condition and state of repair of the national school at Trumera, Mountrath, County Laois; when it is proposed to carry out an urgent scheme of general improvement and repairs to this school; what is the estimated cost; and if he will have this work undertaken immediately.
The school was last inspected on 11th April, 1962. A specification covering necessary repairs is being prepared and work will be undertaken without delay. The estimated cost of works is £1,000.
66.
asked the Minister for Finance when his Department last inspected and reported on the condition and need for improvement and general repair at the national school at Drumakeenan, Roscrea, County Offaly; what is the estimated amount to be spent in the completion of all necessary repairs in a satisfactory manner, having regard to the long delay in the execution of this work from the date when it was first reported; and when it is expected that he will receive a certificate of completion.
The report to the Department of Education on the condition of this school was made on 29th September, 1956. The estimated cost of the required works is £4,000. It is expected that work will be completed by 31st January, 1963.
67.
asked the Minister for Finance when his Department last inspected the condition and state of repair of the national school at Wolfhill, County Laois; when it is proposed to carry out an urgent scheme of general improvement and repairs to this school; what is the estimated cost; and if he will have this work undertaken immediately.
This school was inspected on 26th May, 1960. The improvements are estimated to cost £1,800, and preparation of the working drawings will be commenced as soon as possible.
68.
asked the Minister for Finance when his Department last inspected the condition and state of repair of the national school at Birr Convent, County Offaly; when it is proposed to carry out an urgent scheme of general improvement and repairs to this school; what is the estimated cost; and if he will have this work undertaken immediately.
This school was inspected on 2nd November, 1960. The improvements are estimated to cost £4,600, and preparation of the working drawings will be commenced as soon as possible.
69.
asked the Minister for Finance when his Department last inspected the condition and state of repair of the national school at Brackna, Rathangan, County Offaly; when it is proposed to carry out an urgent scheme of general improvement and repairs to this school; what is the estimated cost; and if he will have this work undertaken immediately.
The school was last inspected on 12th April, 1962. The estimated cost of works is £320, but a grant has not yet been sanctioned by the Department of Education.
70.
asked the Minister for Finance when his Department last inspected the condition and state of repair of the national school at Cadamstown, Birr, County Offaly; when it is proposed to carry out an urgent scheme of general improvement and repairs to this school; what is the estimated cost; and if he will have this work undertaken immediately.
This school was inspected on 29th July, 1958. The improvements are estimated to cost £2,450, and preparation of the working drawings will be commenced as soon as possible.
71.
asked the Minister for Finance when his Department last inspected the condition and state of repair of the national school at Broughal, Kilcormac, County Offaly; when it is proposed to carry out an urgent scheme of general improvements and repairs to this school; what is the estimated cost; and if he will have this work undertaken immediately.
The school was inspected on 9th March, 1962. Tenders for the carrying out of the improvements scheme, estimated to cost £3,200, have been re-invited.
What happened before that?
That is a State secret.
72.
asked the Minister for Finance when his Department last inspected the condition and state of repair of the national school at Edenderry Convent, County Offaly; when it is proposed to carry out an urgent scheme of general improvements and repairs to this school; what is the estimated cost; and if he will have this work undertaken immediately.
A report on the requirements at this school was made to the Department of Education in July, 1960, following an inspection earlier in the year.
Working drawings have been prepared by the Manager's Architect. He has been authorised to invite tenders. The estimated cost of the improvements is £60,000.
73.
asked the Minister for Finance when his Department last inspected the condition and state of repairs of the national school at Kinnitty, Birr, County Offaly; when it is proposed to carry out an urgent scheme of general improvements and repairs to this school; what is the estimated cost of such work; and if he will have this work undertaken immediately.
The school was inspected on 11th July, 1961. The preparation of a sketch scheme and estimate will be put in hands as soon as possible.
74.
asked the Minister for Finance when his Department last inspected the condition and state of repair of the national school at Moneygall, Roscrea, County Offaly; when it is proposed to carry out an urgent scheme of general improvements and repairs to this school; what is the estimated cost; and if he will have this work undertaken immediately.
The school was last inspected on 25th May, 1962. The estimated cost of works is £350, and the Manager has arranged a contract.
75.
asked the Minister for Finance when his Department last inspected the condition and state of repair of the national school at Portarlington Convent, County Offaly; when it is proposed to carry out an urgent scheme of general improvements and repairs to this school; what is the estimated cost; and if he will have this work undertaken immediately.
This school was last inspected on 27th November, 1957. The scheme of improvements to the existing school has been deferred pending completion of the new classroom block. The works are estimated to cost £1,500.
76.
asked the Minister for Finance when his Department last inspected the condition and state of repair of the national school at Rhode, County Offaly; when it is proposed to carry out an urgent scheme of general improvements and repairs to this school; what is the estimated cost; and if he will have this work undertaken immediately.
The school was last inspected on 28th November, 1961. A specification covering necessary repairs is being prepared, and work will be undertaken without delay. The estimated cost of works is £150.
77.
asked the Minister for Finance when his Department last inspected the condition and state of repair of the national school at Walsh Island, Geashill, Offaly; when it is proposed to carry out an urgent scheme of general improvements and repairs to this school; what is the estimated cost; and if he will have this work undertaken immediately.
This school was inspected on 6th June, 1962. The scheme of improvements originally proposed did not succeed. Working drawings for a revised scheme (estimated to cost £3,900) are in hands.
78.
asked the Minister for Finance when his Department last inspected and reported on the condition and need for improvement and general repair at the convent school, Abbeyleix, County Laois; the estimated amount to be spent in the completion of all necessary repairs in a satisfactory manner, having regard to the long delay in the execution of this work from the date when it was first reported; and when it is expected that he will receive the certificate of completion.
The report on the condition of this school was made to the Department of Education on 2nd September, 1958. The estimated cost of the required works is £8,000. The contract is expected to be completed by 31st December, 1962.
79.
asked the Minister for Finance when his Department last inspected and reported on the condition and need for improvement and general repair at the Clonaslee girls' school, County Laois; the estimated amount to be spent in the completion of all necessary repairs in a satisfactory manner, having regard to the long delay in the execution of this work from the date when it was first reported; and when it is expected that he will receive a certificate of completion.
The report on the condition of this school was made to the Department of Education on 20th September, 1957. The estimated cost of the required works is £6,500. The contract is expected to be completed by 31st August, 1962.
80.
asked the Minister for Finance when his Department last inspected and reported on the condition and need for improvement and general repair at the Pike-of-Rushall national school, Borris-in-Ossory, County Laois; the estimated amount to be spent on the completion of all necessary repairs in a satisfactory manner having regard to the long delay in the execution of this work from the date when it was first reported; and when it is expected that he will receive a certificate for completion of this work.
The report to the Department on the condition of this school was made on 30th August, 1960. The estimated cost of the required works is £500. The works are being carried out by the Manager.
81.
asked the Minister for Finance when his Department last inspected and reported on the condition and need for improvement and general repair at Tubber national school, Moate, County Offaly; what is the estimated amount to be spent in the completion of all necessary repairs in a satisfactory manner, having regard to the long delay in the execution of this work from the date when it was first reported; and when it is expected that he will receive a certificate of completion.
The report on the condition of this school was made to the Department of Education on 21st September, 1959. The estimated cost of the required works is £2,800. It is expected that the works will be completed by 31st December, 1962.
82.
asked the Minister for Finance when his Department last inspected and reported on the condition and need for improvement and general repair at Tullamore boys' national school, Tullamore, County Offaly; what is the estimated amount to be spent in the completion of all necessary repairs in a satisfactory manner, having regard to the long delay in the execution of this work from the date when it was first reported; and when it is expected that he will receive a certificate of completion.
A new school containing eight classrooms has been completed. It was last inspected by the Office of Public Works in December, 1961. An Assembly Hall is in course of erection under the supervision of the Manager's Architect. The school and hall are estimated to cost £52,000.
83.
asked the Minister for Finance when his Department last inspected and reported on the condition and need for improvement and general repair at St. Ciaran's national school, Boher, Ballycumber, County Offaly; the estimated amount to be spent in the completion of all necessary repairs in a satisfactory manner, having regard to the long delay in the execution of this work from the date when it was first reported; and when it is expected that he will receive a certificate of completion.
The report of the condition of this school was made to the Department of Education on 13th March, 1957. The estimated cost of the required works is £5,800. It is expected that the works will be completed by 31st December, 1962.