Eoghan Murphy (Dublin Bay South, Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

I thank the Deputy for his response. The position is uncertain for pupils, parents and teachers, but the Minister for Education and Skills is doing everything he can within his powers to provide as much certainty as he can for the pupils, parents and teachers in the uncertain environment they are experiencing. It is why he and his Department are engaging with the education and training board on the new site and what can be done. It is why they are seeking to lease the existing property, if possible, from the new owner if an arrangement is entered into in the course of the next year. It is why they must explore options for students who will sit examinations next year. They must ensure every contingency plan is in place in order that the students will be able to sit their examinations when they have to and if other solutions cannot be found in the meantime. The Department and the Minister are doing everything they can to explore the different options and being incredibly proactive.

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