Dáil Éireann díospóireacht -
Wednesday, 3 Oct 2001

Vol. 541 No. 2

Written Answers. - School Safety.

Willie Penrose

Ceist:

1130 Mr. Penrose asked the Minister for Education and Science if his attention has been drawn to the necessity to improve safety in and around the vicinity of Gainstown national school, Mullingar, County Westmeath (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [22188/01]

Minister for Education and Science (Dr. Woods):

Architectural planning for the provision of a bus pull-in and car parking facilities at Gainstown national school is under way. It is not possible to say at this point when the work will commence. The school authorities will be informed of developments.