Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 17 July 2014
206. Deputy Charlie McConalogue asked the Minister for Education and Skills her plans to improve science facilities and laboratories at second level; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [32102/14]
View answerMy Department has invested heavily in the modernisation of school facilities throughout the country including science facilities in post-primary schools. Provision of science facilities is an intrinsic part of all major projects at post-primary level. Typically, this investment involves the provision of modern science facilities in new post-primary schools or the upgrading of science facilities in existing schools either as part of a school building project or as a dedicated investment to facilitate the teaching of science. Such projects would also include the provision of furniture and equipment. Expenditure on science laboratories and science equipment in schools will continue to arise for consideration in the context of the funding available.
