Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 25 October 2017
158. Deputy James Browne asked the Minister for Education and Skills if his Department has examined the danger posed at a school (details supplied) in which a gas tank is located close to a fire hazard; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [45282/17]
View answer159. Deputy James Browne asked the Minister for Education and Skills the position regarding the need for building repairs at a school (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [45283/17]
View answerMy Department has been advised by the Design and Build Contractors and their Consultant Engineers on this building project that the tanks are located approximately 13 metres from the building. The acceptable tank separation distance for a tank of this size between other gas tanks and other buildings, boundary walls etc is greater than 3 metres.
The remedial works to the windows have been completed.
