Vol. 564 No. 5
193 Ms B. Moynihan-Cronin asked the Minister for Education and Science the estimated cost of upgrading all primary and secondary schools in the country to a modern and acceptable condition; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [9792/03]
194 Ms B. Moynihan-Cronin asked the Minister for Education and Science the estimated cost of completing all projects listed on the school building programme for 2003; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [9793/03]
I propose to take Questions Nos. 193 and 194 together.
It is considered that in the region of €3 billion will be required to address the historical deficit in educational infrastructure and to meet emerging developments. Redressing the situation will take time but the Government is determined to ensure that the needs of schools right across the country are met.
