Departmental Communications

Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 26 June 2018

Tuesday, 26 June 2018

Questions (55)

Martin Heydon

Question:

55. Deputy Martin Heydon asked the Taoiseach and Minister for Defence if his Department has engaged with the Department of Education and Skills with regard to the need to upgrade schools on the Curragh Camp; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [27739/18]

Written answers

Minister of State at the Department of Defence

My Department is not currently engaged in discussions with the Department of Education & Skills in relation to school provision and accommodation requirements for the existing schools in the Curragh Camp. While the planning for and provision of school accommodation is primarily a  matter for the Minister for Education and Skills, my Department is open to discussions with that  Department in relation to the future planning provision for schools in that area.