We use Google Analytics to see which pages are read and how the site is used, so we know what to improve. This only runs if you accept. See our privacy notice for details.

Dáil
‹ Ceisteanna ar Reachtaíocht a Gealladh - Questions on Promised Legislation

Gaelscoil na Laochra accommodation

Summary

Deputy Nolan raised the long-standing problem of a primary school still in unsuitable temporary accommodation in Birr. The Tánaiste said he did not have the details and would ask the Department to revert to her.

Page 86 of the programme for Government makes reference to the introduction of measures that will modernise the education system and address the demands and pressures that face school leaders. My question relates to Gaelscoil na Laochra, Birr, County Offaly. The school has been in temporary accommodation for years, which has impacted on its growth and development, but the temporary accommodation is no longer suitable. Parents and teachers at the school are concerned and they have been asking for urgent action to be taken for a long time. After I was contacted by the school principal, I submitted a parliamentary question, the reply to which stated the Department of Education and Skills had been liaising with a State body in respect of the possible provision of the school's permanent accommodation on part of its property. I would like an urgent update on the progress made because time and patience are running out. The school cannot be left in limbo any longer.

Comment on this
Pat the Cope Gallagher An Leas-Cheann Comhairle Fianna Fáil

We will need to get the whole Cabinet in here.

Comment on this
Simon Coveney The Tánaiste Fine Gael

As I think the Deputy would expect, I do not have the details to hand but I will ask the Department to revert to her.

Comment on this