School Patronage

Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 28 June 2012

Thursday, 28 June 2012

Ceisteanna (94)

Simon Harris

Ceist:

94 Deputy Simon Harris asked the Minister for Education and Skills when he expects a decision to be made in relation to the patronage of a new second level school at a location (details supplied) in County Wicklow, the criteria for deciding such patronage; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [31551/12]

Freagraí scríofa

Minister for Education and Skills (Deputy Ruairí Quinn)

The assessment of the applications received for patronage of new second level schools, including in the area referred to, is being finalised and it is expected that the New Schools Establishment Group will be in a position shortly to make recommendations to me for consideration and final decision.