asked the Minister for Education the plans, if any, she has to commence work on the vocational school in Mooncoin, County Kilkenny; and if she will make a statement on the matter.

The Bills of Quantities for this project (approximate capital cost of £1.3 million) have been completed and are generally satisfactory. The next stage is the invitation of tenders. The rate at which this project may proceed will depend on the availability of capital resources and my Department's other commitments and priorities.