Thomas Gould (Cork North Central, Sinn Fein) | Oireachtas source

I thank the Ceann Comhairle because I think he has highlighted an important issue. It is shocking to go back over some of the points in this reply. Mention was made of supporting children and enabling students with additional needs to receive an education. The Minister of State also said it is a priority to ensure that all children have an appropriate school placement. He said that €2.7 billion is being spent.

He spoke about these points and then, at the same time, he spoke about the Department refusing to knock down what is on this site and then rebuild. He then talked about suitable locations in Ballincollig. I wish to tell the Minister of State something. This has been an issue for 11 years for this principal. He loves this school. The board of management has done everything. It is a disgrace what is happening. The schools in Ballincollig are full. The primary schools are full and the secondary schools are full.

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