Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 16 May 2019
68. Deputy John Curran asked the Minister for Education and Skills if he will review a decision made to refuse funding under the emergency works grant for toilet facilities at a school (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [21284/19]
Amharc ar fhreagraThe school to which the Deputy refers submitted an application for funding under my Department's Emergency Works Scheme. This was refused as it was for works which progressed without prior approval by the Department.
School authorities should be aware that they are responsible for the management of funding for any expenditure incurred by them or members of their staff. In particular, they should be certain of their ability to fund such works prior to them being authorised.
Should the school authority wish to submit a further appeal, they should accompany it with a copy of an Occupational Therapist's report recommending the works and confirmation that the new facility is constructed in accordance with my Department's Technical Guidance Documents. Upon receipt of this documentation, the application will be assessed and a final decision will issue directly to the school authority
