Cathal Crowe (Clare, Fianna Fail) | Oireachtas source

I have a final question for the Minister. We spoke recently to officials from the Department's building unit. There are many fabulous new-build projects under way. However, there are also many existing schools that have needs, particularly in terms of drop-off zones, car parking and school hallaí. They are typically the three elephants in the room that are rarely addressed. Schools get fabulous add-on rooms, special education rooms, storage rooms and so on but, far too often, the ancillary provision is forgotten. Could something be done on that front? Perhaps a circular could be sent to local authorities and there might be engagement with them on the issue. When a school has a proper drop-off zone at the front, it makes a massive difference. I do not know whether there is a strategy for drop-off zones, parking facilities and school halls.