School Security.

Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 22 June 2004

Tuesday, 22 June 2004

Ceisteanna (163)

Tony Gregory

Ceist:

154 Mr. Gregory asked the Minister for Education and Science if his Department has received a request from the authorities of a school (details supplied) for funding to improve security, that is, prevent unauthorised access to the school grounds by gangs involved in anti-social activities; if assistance can be made available; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [18457/04]

Freagraí scríofa

Minister for Education and Science (Mr. N. Dempsey)

The nature of the works required at the school referred to by the Deputy is appropriate for consideration under the summer works scheme. The school did not apply for funding under the 2004 scheme. It is open to its management authority to apply for the key priority works required at the school as part of the 2005 scheme details of which will be announced shortly.