Education and Training Provision

Tuesday, 29 September 2026

Questions (923)

Cormac Devlin

Question:

923. Deputy Cormac Devlin asked the Minister for Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science to report on a case (details supplied). [68735/26]

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Written answers

Minister for Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science

I can confirm that following a visit in January 2026 by the SOLAS Capital team to the facility referred to by the Deputy, the relevant ETB were requested to outline the long-term plan for the location in the context of the full ETB estate. A feasibility study for the area has recently been submitted to SOLAS, and an initial review of the study has been undertaken by the SOLAS Capital Team.

I understand that formal engagement between SOLAS and the ETB is scheduled for early next month. This engagement will consider the most appropriate capital funding route, including potential applications under the Health and Safety or Minor Works programmes with a view to progressing priority works required to bring the building up to the required standard.

924. Reply not received from Department.