The project to which the Deputy refers is currently at early architectural planning. A stage 2(a) submission, Developed Sketch Design, has recently been received in my Department. Officials from my Department are currently examining the Stage submission and will be in direct contact with the school authorities when this process is complete.
The progression of all large scale building projects from initial design stage through to construction phase, including this project, will be considered on an on-going basis in the context of my Department's Multi-Annual School Building and Modernisation Programme. I am currently reviewing with my officials the Department's capital programme. This process is ongoing and I will not be making any decision on any further capital expenditure until it is completed. When this is done, the school management will be informed of the position.