Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 25 April 2024
185. Deputy Mark Ward asked the Minister for Education to provide an update on a school building project (details supplied); what this means in real terms for this school; when the school can expect construction work to commence; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [18542/24]
View answer186. Deputy Mark Ward asked the Minister for Education to provide an update on a school building project (details supplied); what this means in real terms for this school; when the school can expect construction work to commence; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [18543/24]
View answer193. Deputy Mark Ward asked the Minister for Education to provide an update on a school building project (details supplied); what this means in real terms for this school; when the school can expect construction work to commence; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [18550/24]
View answerI propose to take Questions Nos. 185, 186 and 193 together.
The large scale capital project for the school referred to by the Deputy is part of a Campus project with two other schools. The project is included in the Department’s Construction Programme which will be delivered under the National Development Plan (NDP) as part of Project Ireland 2040 framework.
The project brief includes the phased construction of two 16 classroom primary schools for with a PE hall for the post primary school on a shared campus.
The Department’s planning and building unit is currently assessing its work programme and priorities for 2024 in the context of overall requirements. The campus remains a priority for delivery, in line with the accommodation issues present at the schools.
The tender process was undertaken and a contractor identified.
The next steps for the project will be the completion of the tender process and progression to Stage 4 – Construction.
The Department of Education, want to reassure the school communities that the school building project will be progressed and delivered.
The Department will update the school authorities when there is a further update on the progression of the major projects.
