Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 8 September 2022
862. Deputy Emer Higgins asked the Minister for Education if a school (details supplied) has been and continues to be covered by State indemnity insurance since 2012 and, as such, did not require separate building insurance from that date; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [42805/22]
Amharc ar fhreagraAs outlined in my Department's Governance Manual for Board of Management of Primary Schools, Boards of Management are obliged to take out public liability insurance, contents insurance and employers’ liability insurance.
My Department does not require schools, such as this one, that are on Minister owned land to hold buildings insurance. However, prior to making changes to any insurance policy, my Department would strongly suggest that it is discussed by the school with the relevant school patron.
