Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 7 July 2020
471. Deputy Richard Boyd Barrett asked the Minister for Education and Skills her plans to commence the Educate Together in Dún Laoghaire; the discussions had with Dún Laoghaire Rathdown County Council with regards to the transfer of land for this school; if the potential of a land swap of land suitable for housing rather than a cash payment was discussed; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [14557/20]
Amharc ar fhreagraAs the deputy is aware, the school in question commenced operation in Sept 2017 in temporary accommodation. I can confirm that officials in my Department are committed to providing a permanent accommodation solution for the school in question at the earliest possible date. Engagement with Dun Laoghaire Rathdown County Council is ongoing in this regard.
The potential of a land swap was proposed by Dun Laoghaire Rathdown County Council, however, as my Department is actively seeking suitable sites for a number of additional schools in the Dun Laoghaire County area, it is not in a position to consider a land swap at this time.
