Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 27 May 2026
85. Deputy Louis O'Hara asked the Minister for Education and Youth the position regarding an application by a school (details supplied) for additional school accommodation; the timeline for same; if it can be prioritised given the current conditions in the school; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [40379/26]
Amharc ar fhreagraI can confirm to the Deputy that an application under the department’s Additional School Accommodation (ASA) Scheme was received from the school in question. The application relates to provision of additional accommodation of a mainstream classroom and a special education teaching room.
As the Deputy is aware, my department published in January 2026 the NDP (National Development Plan) Sectoral Investment Plan for the Education and Youth Sectors. This NDP Sectoral Plan involves a very strong emphasis on maximising existing capacity and prioritisation of school building projects to meet the most urgent needs.
The accommodation needs at the school referred to by the Deputy will be considered as part of the ongoing overall department-led prioritisation process, in consultation with the school’s patron and school authorities.
