Paul McGrath
Ceist:1245 Mr. McGrath asked the Minister for Education and Science the progress made on the provision of an additional classroom space at Clonmellon national school, County Westmeath. [2032/01]
Written Answers. - School Accommodation.
Architectural planning for additional accommodation at Clonmellon national school is proceeding as quickly as possible having regard to the large number of school building projects on hand within my Department.
It is not possible at this point to give any indication as to when the project will proceed to construction as the rate of progress depends on factors such as the complexity and size of the project, the time required to undertake architectural planning, the volume of other projects being dealt with by the design team and my Department's building unit, the period of time required for the granting of planning permission and obtaining a fire certificate, the outcome of the tender competition and the procurement, where relevant, of bonds, insurance and tax clearance by prospective contractors.
The school authorities will be kept informed of developments.