Site Acquisitions.

Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 21 June 2005

Tuesday, 21 June 2005

Ceisteanna (525)

Martin Ferris

Ceist:

545 Mr. Ferris asked the Minister for Education and Science if she will make a statement on the procurement of a site to facilitate the amalgamation of schools (details supplied) in County Kerry and on the perceived hold-up regarding the transfer of land for this purpose from St. John’s Church to her Department. [20996/05]

Freagraí scríofa

Minister for Education and Science (Ms Hanafin)

A site for the provision of a new school building is required to facilitate the amalgamation of the schools referred to by the Deputy. A suitable site has been identified and is being provided by the diocese. In the circumstances it is not necessary for my Department to acquire the site in question.