Ms ?ine Cusack:

I assume we are speaking in the context of post-primary level in Dublin 8. We have spoken before about how there are five denominational post-primary schools in Dublin 8. Obviously Dublin 8 is a big area but let us take Inchicore as the central point. There are 12 post primary schools; denominational, multi-denominational, co-educational and single sex, within 3 km of Inchicore There is a variety of schools within easy reach of Dublin 8. In an urban area like Dublin it is natural that there is a lot of movement into and out of areas. Inchicore is served by dozens of bus routes giving it good accessibility into and out from the city. We are satisfied that the demographics are such that the existing provision and capacity within the schools is sufficient . We are engaging with the schools in Dublin 8 to meet any additional capacity requirements they might have. As things stand, we are satisfied that the arrangements in place will be sufficient to meet the need. However, as with everywhere in the country, we keep demographics and our position under review.