Joe O'Toole (Independent)

I thank the Minister of State for his reply. I know he understands the points I am making. He stated the school management met with the consultant architect and exchanged correspondence with the contractor regarding the release of the money and the completion of works in the project. That meeting took place on 4 November, and the contractor agreed to complete the works immediately. However, he has not been near the school since. That is an example of how the school is being treated. The Minister of State stated the Department is also in ongoing contact and its architect. I was not aware of that, and I would appreciate if the Department made me aware of the level of contact with the architect.

The specifications are not being met on this. We need to look at the process. I have huge questions and I will certainly raise these issues again. I thank the Minister of State and I wish him a happy Christmas.