327. Deputy David Stanton asked the Minister for Education if guidelines exist with respect to the provision of lifts in multi-level new school builds for wheelchair users and for those with a disability; if so, what these guidelines are; if she is satisfied that these guidelines are being adhered to; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [41589/24]

My Department has in place detailed design guidelines for primary and post-primary schools. These guidelines, which are available on my Department's web-site, include guidance for the provision of lifts in multi-level new school builds for wheelchair users and for those with a disability.

The General Design Guidelines for Schools - Primary & Post-Primary (TGD– 020) includes guidance for design consultants appointed with the responsibility to adhering to these guidelines and other statutory obligations.

In addition all new school projects are to be designed and constructed in accordance with the Building Regulations TGD Part M – Access & Use and with a granted Disability Access Certificate (DAC), which is a statutory approval.

The completed school building project is also certified on completion by the Assigned Certifier & Builder as in compliance with the Building Control (Amendment) Regulations as part of adhering to above.