Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 6 November 2012
313. Deputy Derek Nolan asked the Minister for Education and Skills if he will provide an update on a school (details supplied) in County Galway; if clarity from the lease holders of the site has been received; if it will progress to architectural planning stage; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [47744/12]
Amharc ar fhreagra342. Deputy Seán Kyne asked the Minister for Education and Skills if he will provide an update on the provisions of funding for a school (details supplied) in County Galway which has supplied his Department with all necessary documentation; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [48131/12]
Amharc ar fhreagraI propose to take Questions Nos. 313 and 342 together.
A green field site for a new school building for the school, referred to by the Deputies has been identified. The current leaseholders of the site concerned have confirmed that arrangements are being made to vest the site in the school authorities. The timing of when the project can advance to the next stage of the architectural planning process can be considered when the site position has been finalised and in light of available funding.
The Deputies will be aware that in view of the need to prioritise available funding for the provision of additional school accommodation, the delivery of major school projects required to meet future demographic demand will be the main focus for capital investment in the coming years.
