Dáil Éireann - Volume 609 - 08 November, 2005

Written Answers. - Schools Building Projects.

  662. Mr. Durkan asked the Minister for Education and Science if she is satisfied regarding the adequacy of the accommodation at a school (details supplied) in County Kildare, having regard to demographic trends and the need for adequate forward planning to ensure that the necessary steps are taken in time with a view to the elimination of the use of temporary accommodation in the future; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [33186/05]

  Ms Hanafin: I am pleased to inform the Deputy that construction work is well under way on an extension to the school in question. The extension is scheduled for completion in the first quarter of 2006.

  663. Mr. Durkan asked the Minister for Education and Science the position regarding an extension project at a school (details supplied) in County Kildare; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [33187/05]

  Ms Hanafin: I am pleased to advise the Deputy that, on 16 March 2005, my Department gave devolved authority for the project in question to proceed to tender and construction. This project went to tender in September and my Department is currently awaiting the tender report.