Vol. 526 No. 3
103 Mrs. B. Moynihan-Cronin asked the Minister for Education and Science if he will provide a current report on the establishment of a centre for deaf studies; the funding provided in 2000; and when the centre will be operational. [26524/00]
I announced the establishment of the Irish centre for deaf studies in Trinity College Dublin on 30 June last. This centre will offer courses to improve communication between the deaf and hearing communities and to enhance the employment prospects for members of the deaf community.
I understand Trinity College Dublin have now examined the details and phasing of the recurrent costs associated with the setting up of the centre and that the higher education authority are discussing their proposals with the college. No money has been provided for the centre in 2000 and I hope the centre will be operational for the next academic year.
