152. Deputy Paul Kehoe asked the Minister for Education the status of a new school building project (details supplied); and if she will make a statement on the matter. [38485/24]

The project referred to, is devolved to Kildare and Wicklow Education and Training Board (KWETB) for delivery.

The project is currently at Stage 2b. The planning permission for the project was granted subject to a number of conditions, one of which was to complete an agreement in relation to wayleaves required on the site. Discussions have been ongoing between KWETB and the Design Team with local developers. I’m pleased to inform you that progress has recently been made in relation to the wayleave agreement.

A revised cost plan incorporating additional measures being added to the project was requested as part of the Stage 2B. Once the revised Stage 2b report is received, reviewed and approved by the Department, the next stage will be to tender for the contractor.

It is not possible at this time to give a date for the commencement of the tender stage, but KWETB will be engaging directly with the school authority to keep it informed of progress in this respect.