Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 4 July 2023
327. Deputy James Lawless asked the Minister for Education the progress of a school site in Celbridge which has been identified as a preferred new location for three schools (details supplied); the delays currently being experienced; the timeline for progression of the project; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [32807/23]
Amharc ar fhreagraThe project the Deputy refers to has been devolved to the National Development Finance Agency (NDFA) for delivery as part of a bundled school building programme. The shared education campus at Celbridge is in the bundle referred to as ‘Project Liffey’.A letter was issued by the Department to the schools to advise that their respective school had been included in the programme and the NDFA has since been in contact with each school to introduce the team, communicate arrangements and discuss the project briefs.The NDFA are currently finalising arrangements for the procurement process in respect of the schools' design team. While it is not possible to provide a timeline for completion of the project at this early stage, the NDFA will continue to update the school authorities directly.
