Similar cases to that raised by the Deputy can be outlined in greater detail by other schools that are having more difficulty. I can only make provision on the basis of my allocation. I stand over my firm undertaking that schools will be dealt with in order of priority.
Health and safety issues are a matter for the board of management of the school in the first instance. If the issues are of such a serious nature that they cannot be addressed using the devolved grant or the capitation grant, the board can make a case to the Department to be dealt with under the emergency provisions that we make.
The issue of prefabricated classrooms comes up constantly. I do not agree with what has been said. I do not think the pupils in the school would choose not to avail of a modern prefabricated structure while they wait for their new school to be finished. If such a structure is necessary, it is necessary. If the Department is not in a position to provide a new school, the provision of temporary accommodation in such a form is far better than leaving pupils to tolerate the difficulties they were experiencing.