asked the Minister for Education whether she is aware of the serious difficulties being caused to the staff and pupils of Ardcroney national school, Ardcroney, Nenagh, County Tipperary, because of inadequate facilities in the school; when the extension planned for the school will be built; and if she will make a statement on the matter.

It is understood from the Commissioners of Public Works that working drawings for the proposed extension to Ardcroney national school, County Tipperary, have been completed and that a bill of quantities is at present being prepared. When the bill of quantities has been completed and found suitable the invitation of tenders will be considered by my Department.