Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 17 November 2020
540. Deputy John Brady asked the Minister for Education the status of the construction of an extension for a school (details supplied); the stage the plans are at; when the works will commence; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [36928/20]
View answerAs the Deputy will be aware, a major project to provide an extension to the school in question is included in my Department's building programme to be delivered as part of the National Development Plan (NDP). The accommodation brief is currently being finalised and it is intended that the project, when completed, will provide capacity for 1,000 students.
My Department approved interim accommodation for the school and the installation of this accommodation has been devolved to the patron for delivery. My Department understands that planning permission for this accommodation has been applied for and assuming that this is granted by the local authority, it is anticipated that the accommodation will be in place for September 2021.
