Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 4 November 2014
927. Deputy Éamon Ó Cuív asked the Minister for Education and Skills the position regarding repair works at a school (details supplied) in Dublin 9; the reason for the delay in approval; if approval has been granted; if work is now in progress; the repairs required and estimated cost of repair; the additional improvements under consideration; if a football pitch has been acquired for the school; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [41971/14]
View answer928. Deputy Éamon Ó Cuív asked the Minister for Education and Skills in relation to a school (details supplied) in Dublin 9 rehoused on a temporary basis in prefabricated buildings, if planning approval is required or if it is exempt; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [41972/14]
View answerI propose to take Questions Nos. 927 and 928 together.
My Department is currently finalising the accommodation brief for the proposed project at the school referred to by the Deputy. It is envisaged that the project will include significant restoration works following the damage to the building caused by flooding. The estimated cost cannot be disclosed at this stage as to do could ultimately prejudice the tender process.
The next stage involves the commencement of the architectural planning process to advance the project. In that regard, my Department is exploring with the school authorities concerned the means by which the school can access playing pitches.
In the meantime, additional temporary accommodation has been approved for the school. It is a matter for the school authority to make arrangements to procure this accommodation and to secure any statutory approvals required.
