303. Deputy Eamon Scanlon asked the Minister for Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science the position regarding plans for additional accommodation at a site (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [40792/26]

I wish to advise the Deputy, that my Department has not received an application, for the capital works at the location referred to by the Deputy.

Applications for capital works are submitted by ETBs to SOLAS in the first instance. SOLAS assess and submit, under recommendation, suitable applications to my Department, for funding consideration.

I can assure the Deputy that my Department and I remain committed to ensuring there is appropriate infrastructure in place to meet the needs of FET learners, and teaching staff in this region.