asked the Minister for Education when work on the regional technical college at Sligo will start; if hostels will be included in the layout; the estimated total expenditure; and when it is expected that this college will be in operation.

It is proposed that building will commence in July next and that the first stage will be completed by September, 1969.

Hostels are not included in the provision being made.

The total estimated building costs are £530,000.