Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 3 November 2020
722. Deputy Aodhán Ó Ríordáin asked the Minister for Education her plans for the completion of the ongoing construction of the sports hall in a school (details supplied) in view of the recent entry into examinership of a construction company involved and the apparent abandonment of the construction site since July 2020; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [32534/20]
View answerMy Department recently approved the appointment of legal advisers to assist the school and its Design Team in dealing with the Contractor. Discussions are ongoing.
Ultimately, if the Contractor is unable to resume work and complete the project, this will have to be dealt with within the terms of the Public Works Contract. This may, if necessary, involve the termination of the Contract and the appointment of an alternative contractor to finish the works.
My Department will continue to advise and assist the school and its Design Team in dealing with these issues.
