Bernard Durkan (Kildare North, Fine Gael)
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Question 207: To ask the Minister for Education and Science the developments of the building project for a new school (details supplied) in County Kildare since 9 November 2009; the degree of interaction with the various interests involved; the contacts made with local interests by the various responsible bodies within his Department; the degree to which the matters specifically raised have been addressed or are in course thereof; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [9774/10]

Batt O'Keeffe (Cork North West, Fianna Fail)
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The Design Team for the school to which the Deputy refers has been authorised to commence the award process. Subject to the lowest tenderer addressing various issues (e.g. evidence of bond, insurances, tax clearance etc.) the contract will be awarded and the project will proceed to construction. It is envisaged that the completion contractor will be on site before Easter.

With regard to the degree of interaction with the various interests involved; my officials are in constant contact with the school principal who has been fully appraised of the latest developments with regard to this project.

Arthur Morgan (Louth, Sinn Fein)
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Question 208: To ask the Minister for Education and Science when construction will commence on a school (details supplied) in County Donegal; when it is expected that this project will be completed; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [9808/10]

Batt O'Keeffe (Cork North West, Fianna Fail)
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Additional information in relation to the tender report, for the school to which the Deputy refers, was received recently by my Department and is currently being assessed. I expect my officials to be in contact with the VEC shortly authorising them to commence the award process.