Rory O'Hanlon
Question:308 Dr. O'Hanlon asked the Minister for Education and Science if he will grant recognition to the Tanagh outdoor education centre in County Monaghan; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [23076/98]
Written Answers. - Outdoor Education Centres.
A working group, under the chairmanship of Mr. Tom Rice, was established to review the operation of outdoor education centres, which are owned and managed by vocational education committees. The report has been completed and I expect to receive a copy shortly. The position of Tanagh, and other VEC outdoor education centres which are not currently recognised for the purposes of grant-aid in respect of staffing and equipment costs, will be considered in the context of the working group report.