Dáil Éireann debate -
Thursday, 9 Mar 2000

Vol. 516 No. 2

Written Answers. - Vocational Education Committees.

Eamon Gilmore

Question:

144 Mr. Gilmore asked the Minister for Education and Science if he has considered the proposals made by senior college at Dun Laoghaire VEC, County Dublin, for new accommodation at Blackrock Town Hall and Eblana Avenue, Dun Laoghaire; if he will take an early and favourable decision on the proposals; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [7305/00]

Minister for Education and Science (Dr. Woods)

A feasibility study on the possible uses of the Blackrock town hall for second level educational purposes has been commissioned by Dun Laoghaire VEC at the request of my Department. This report is under consideration in the planning and building unit at present.