Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 1 April 2025
432. Deputy Barry Heneghan asked the Minister for Education if her Department is assessing the case for urgent action in respect of the health and safety concerns regarding the condition of a school (details supplied); and if she will make a statement on the matter. [15762/25]
View answerThe school in question submitted an application for funding under the Emergency Works Scheme (EWS) for external environment works. The EWS operates on the basis of a minimal scope of works required to remedy an emergency situation and, on this basis, the school was advised to submit a revised scope of works with an accompanying itemised cost breakdown.
Once this has been received the EWS team will review the revised application and will engage further with the school as appropriate. The EWS team is aware of the urgent nature of the works required and will keep the school informed throughout the process.
