Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 17 November 2004
514 Mr. Kenny asked the Minister for Education and Science the position regarding the provision of new school premises at a school (details supplied) in County Mayo; when official recognition was given to this school; if arrangements have been finalised regarding site acquisition and new buildings; the moneys allocated for 2004-05; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [29341/04]
View answerThe school to which the Deputy refers was granted permanent recognition with effect from May 2000. The property management section of the OPW, which acts on behalf of my Department regarding site acquisitions generally, is currently exploring the possibility of acquiring a site for this school.
The application from the school for permanent accommodation is being considered as part of a review of all projects which did not proceed to construction as part of the 2004 school building programme. All projects are being assessed against the published prioritisation criteria, revised earlier this year following consultation with the education partners. Each project will be assigned a band rating and the progress of all projects will be considered in the context of the school building programme from 2005 onwards.
