Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 17 December 2015
540. Deputy Catherine Murphy asked the Minister for Education and Skills if she is aware of the dilapidated state of the playground at a school (details supplied) in County Kildare; that this situation has persisted for some years and that during this time accidents have occurred in greater frequency causing unnecessary injury to children; the measures she will take to help alleviate it; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [45772/15]
Amharc ar fhreagraThe scope of works to which the Deputy refers is appropriate for consideration under the Summer Works Scheme and the school in question has applied for these works under the Summer Works Scheme 2016/2017.
It is my intention to published a list of successful applicants at the end of February/early March 2016.
With the exception of the 2012/13 school year, this school, as with all primary schools, received an annual minor works grant. The minor works grant for the 2015/16 school year issued last month. Management authorities can use this grant to address the highest priority works needed in their schools including upgrading their external play areas.
