I propose to take Questions Nos. 686 to 691, inclusive, and 697 together.
Officials in my Department met with the Trustees of the school to which the Deputies refer on 23 October and 21 December 2009. The Trustees expressed some concern about the future of the school and it is my understanding that they are considering a number of options in this regard. The Department understands that the Trustees have met with the Board of Management, staff and representatives of parents from the school to inform them of their concerns on its viability. Officials from my Department contacted the Trustees to clarify their intentions in December and are awaiting the outcome of their deliberations. When the Trustees have formally notified the Department of their intentions in relation to the future of the school, the matter will be considered further.