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Schools Building Projects.

Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 14 October 2004

Thursday, 14 October 2004

Ceisteanna (121)

Finian McGrath

Ceist:

121 Mr. F. McGrath asked the Minister for Education and Science the position regarding the building programme for a school (details supplied); and if she will make a statement on the matter. [24878/04]

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Freagraí scríofa

My Department is currently investigating a number of options to cater for the long-term accommodation needs of the school referred to by the Deputy. Among the options under consideration is the possible purchase of a site. The Office of Public Works, which acts on behalf of my Department in site acquisition matters generally, is investigating this particular option.

School planning section is also looking at the overall future provision of primary education in the area in which the school is located. In this regard, it is engaged in discussions with the primary education providers concerned. The purpose of the examination is to determine the likely demand for primary school places in the medium to long term and how existing provision can be maximised to cater for this demand.

No decisions will be taken regarding capital investment for the school in question pending the conclusion of this broader examination of the area.

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