Alan Dillon
Question:415. Deputy Alan Dillon asked the Minister for Education the status of the building works programme for a school (details supplied); and if she will make a statement on the matter. [11939/24]
View answerWednesday, 20 March 2024
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I am pleased to advise the Deputy that approval under the Additional School Accommodation scheme issued to the school in question for the provision of modular accommodation to provide for 7 mainstream classrooms, five special education teaching rooms, an art room, toilets, a science room and preparation area, together with reconfiguration of existing accommodation for two special education needs classes (SEN).
Kerrigan Sheanan Newman Construction Consultants (KSN) have been appointed, from the Department’s Framework, to design and tender the project. This consultant is leading the project through the various stages of planning process and construction. The Department is working closely with the Project Management team and the modular accommodation suppliers to ensure additional capacity for the schools sector is delivered as quickly as possible.
I can confirm that the modular project, for the school in question, is currently on site and progressing well with an expected substantial completion date targeted for May 2024. Phase 2 of the reconfiguration element of the project is currently at design stage.
The project is devolved for delivery to Mayo, Sligo, Leitrim, Education and Training Board (MSLETB).