Joe O'Reilly (Fine Gael)

I thank the Minister of State for his reply. Every time I raise a matter on the Adjournment it seems to be relevant to the Minister of State's Department and I acknowledge on the record that he is always very helpful in his responses. The Minister of State stated that it is a matter of policy generally that the integrity of the catchment area of each school is respected, which is what I am calling for. The difficulty with the Five Crosses situation should be resolved within the Ballybay catchment area. There is potential for this, either by creating a lay-to there or by considering a new location. I appeal to the Minister of State to liaise with the transport people and not to break the boundary. That would cause bad feeling there and it would create a precedent. This is all we ask for. I am pleased the Minister of State indicated the book is not closed on this yet but I appeal to him to ensure the policy is kept in place in the meantime.