Dáil Éireann debate -
Wednesday, 28 Jan 1998

Vol. 486 No. 1

Written Answers. - Third Level Colleges.

Liam Lawlor

Question:

907 Mr. Lawlor asked the Minister for Education and Science the current status of the report by a subcommittee operating under the aegis of the Higher Education Authority on the type of third level institution to be established at Blanchardstown, Dublin 15; and if he will confirm that the negotiations for the lands at Buzzardstown have been completed and the site for the third level college has been secured. [1712/98]

Minister for Education and Science (Mr. Martin):

The report of the high level planning group was received on 23 December 1997 and is at present under consideration. Negotiations in relation to the purchase of the site at Buzzardstown are at an advanced stage and legal matters pertaining to the transfer of the lands are expected to be finalised shortly.