Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 7 November 2023
508. Deputy Seán Crowe asked the Minister for Education if she is aware of a school (details supplied) in which pupils in one class were told not to attend on a Monday after significant ceiling damage occurred and mould was discovered; and what plan for remedial works will be put in place to resolve the matter and prevent any further water damage to the building. [48064/23]
Amharc ar fhreagraMy Department is aware of the situation in the school in question and has been engaged in intensive communication with the school over the last two weeks. My Department's Emergency Works Section (EWS) has provided both administrative and technical assistance, including a site visit, and work is ongoing on a comprehensive scope of works to address the situation in a timely manner. Officials from the EWS will continue to liaise closely with the school in respect of this issue over the coming days. I should explain that all works will be conducted in a manner that facilitates both the continuance of education for these children for the duration of the works and the ongoing welfare of the school population.
