563. Deputy Marc MacSharry asked the Minister for Education when the board of management of a primary school (details supplied) will have a decision on its application for emergency works; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [27835/23]

The Emergency Works applications to which the Deputy refers have been received by my Department and are under active consideration. Officials in my Department's Professional and Technical team are currently examining the applications from a technical perspective and once a recommendation has been made by the Professional and Technical team an update will issue to the school. My Department is aware of the time-sensitive nature of the works required and will keep the school informed throughout the application process.