Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 25 July 2023
456. Deputy John Brady asked the Minister for Education to provide an update on the proposed extension for a school (details supplied); the stage the project is currently at; on which site the extension will be located; when it is likely that this project will commence; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [36305/23]
View answerThe project to which the Deputy refers has been devolved to the National Development Finance Agency (NDFA) for delivery as part of a programme of school building projects. This school is in the bundle referred to as ‘Project Boyne’
The project, which is to be built on the site adjacent to the school, is currently at Stage 2b planning of the architectural process. A planning application was lodged with Wicklow County Council and planning permission was granted in Q4 2022. The next stage of the process will involve the procurement and construction of the school.
While at this early stage it is not possible to provide details or a timeline for completion of the project, the NDFA will be engaging directly with the school authority to keep it informed of progress.
