Damien English (Meath West, Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

Work is ongoing on the new construction plan. I wish I knew what is in it, but I do not. It would be useful for me to know. Every school is being looked at. The demographics are naturally most important when decisions are being made on ensuring accommodation is provided for those who need it. It is a question of meeting extra demand. The last five-year plan did quite well in matching supply to need. I think that has happened. The same logic will be applied to the next plan that will be announced. We hope that will happen in the coming months. The Minister has said that publicly and on the record. All schools, including the school highlighted by Deputy McGrath, are being looked at in that context. They will be prioritised appropriately to ensure the right decisions are made.

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