Minor Works Scheme

Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 22 November 2016

Tuesday, 22 November 2016

Ceisteanna (221)

Jackie Cahill

Ceist:

221. Deputy Jackie Cahill asked the Minister for Education and Skills if the minor works grant for primary schools is being paid to primary schools in 2016; if not, the reason; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [36166/16]

Freagraí scríofa

Minister for Education and Skills

On 17th November 2016, I announced the Minor Works Grant 2016/2017. The grant totals €28.5 million and payment will issue to primary schools in the coming weeks.