Schools Amalgamation

Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 13 February 2019

Wednesday, 13 February 2019

Questions (89)

Niamh Smyth

Question:

89. Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Education and Skills the status of a matter (details supplied) regarding a school amalgamation; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [7161/19]

Written answers

Minister for Education and Skills

As the Deputy is aware the decision making authority for any amalgamation is the Patron/Trustees of the schools, and this is subject to the approval of my Department.

My Department is aware of a proposal from the Patron body and has sought further information in relation to the proposed amalgamation. On receipt of this information further consideration will be given to the proposal.