Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 26 June 2018
206. Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Education and Skills when a school (details supplied) will receive funding in order to accommodate the increasing enrolment numbers at the school; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [27787/18]
View answerI wish to advise the Deputy that, in March 2017, my Department approved in principle the provision of temporary accommodation to provide additional mainstream classroom facilities for 2017 and 2018.
Site works and associated costs were approved in July 2017 and the first prefab was installed. Subsequently the school sought significant additional costs associated with this project, not previously approved or considered. My Department requested clarification in respect of the additional costs - this remains outstanding.
Significant site costs and associated works have been indicated in respect of the installation of the temporary accommodation required for 2018.
My Department has contacted the school authorities on a number of occasions, including detailed written communication, to advise on the clarification required regarding the significant costs associated with the installation of the temporary accommodation, for both 2017 and 2018. Once this clarification is received my Department will be in a position to consider the matter further.
