Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 31 May 2018
96. Deputy Éamon Ó Cuív asked the Minister for Education and Skills the length of time the provision of a replacement school is being considered for a school (details supplied); the reason for the delay with this project; the steps in the process it is hoped to complete in 2018; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24138/18]
Amharc ar fhreagraI can confirm that building projects for the schools referred to by the Deputy are included in my Department's 6 Year Capital Programme.
The development of the project brief must have regard to the continuance of the existing schools whilst construction is underway. Due to the complexities of the schools existing site, issues to be considered in the development of the project brief include identifying the preferred location of the buildings (having regard to the challenging site), decanting considerations and construction traffic access. My Department is in ongoing contact with the school authority in the matter.
