Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 1 February 2017
204. Deputy Michael Fitzmaurice asked the Minister for Education and Skills the status of the €800,000 funding required to upgrade the Galway and Roscommon Educational and Training Board sub-office in Roscommon town in view of the fact that the building has not received any capital investment since 1985; when he expects the funding to be made available; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [4913/17]
Amharc ar fhreagraI can confirm to the Deputy that an application has been received from Galway and Roscommon ETB regarding funding for sub-office works. My Department has had engagement with personnel in GRETB in relation to this matter. There are many competing demands for capital investment within the education sector and this application will be considered within that context. Such consideration will also take account of the scope for any alternative cost-effective options which may be open to the ETB. In this context, further exploration will be required before a decision can be made in relation to the proposal.
