Schools Recognition.

Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 28 June 2005

Tuesday, 28 June 2005

Ceisteanna (683)

Liz McManus

Ceist:

684 Ms McManus asked the Minister for Education and Science if the approval of an all-Irish school in Arklow, sponsored by the County Wicklow VEC, will be approved in view of the established need in Gorey, Arklow and Wicklow towns for a second level Gaelscoil; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [22135/05]

Freagraí scríofa

Minister for Education and Science (Ms Hanafin)

An application has been received from County Wicklow VEC for the establishment of a Gaelcholáiste in Arklow. The application is under consideration by officials in the planning section of my Department and discussions will be arranged between my officials and the VEC to progress the matter.