Vol. 502 No. 5
89 Mr. Stagg asked the Minister for Education and Science if the bill of quantities has been approved in respect of the provision of an extension and physical education hall in Scoil Mhuire, Clane, County Kildare; when tenders will be invited for the project; and if capital funding has been allocated for the project. [8653/99]
The stage 5, bill of quantities, is currently being considered by the building unit in my Department. Once this stage has been approved, consideration will be given to authorising the invitation of tenders in the light of available resources.
At this stage, I cannot say when construction will commence. I would, however, point out that the provision of almost £60 million for postprimary school building projects in this year's estimates, in comparison with £30 million in the 1997 budget, will enable me to proceed with a significantly increased number of projects.
