School Accommodation Provision

Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 17 January 2017

Tuesday, 17 January 2017

Questions (435)

Bernard Durkan

Question:

435. Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Education and Skills to outline the extent to which his Department can assist the school authorities at Newtown, Enfield, County Kildare in the provision of extra enhanced and upgraded accommodation, with particular reference to the availability of extra space; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [1660/17]

Written answers

Minister for Education and Skills

I can confirm that Newtown National School submitted an application for major capital works to my Department towards the end of 2016. My Department will consider the application and respond directly to the school authority as soon as the assessment process has been completed.