Marian Harkin (Sligo-Leitrim, Independent)

I hear what the Deputy is saying and I know that what she is talking about is a ring-fenced, purpose-built building. I know the envelope that is available is available to all of the 12 different colleges that are looking for this funding. All have been approved and they just have to get through this preliminary stage. I know Dunboyne is working very hard with LMETB. Without being certain about this, I would be confident that, within the next short period of time, we will get to a point where its application can be successful and progress to the next part of the process. Eight out of the 12 original applicants have got to this point and I have no doubt Dunboyne will get there soon. It is a big piece of work and very important for the region. Like the Deputy, I recognise the really good work that is carried out by the college. I and my Department stand ready to support it.

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