Joan Collins (Dublin South Central, United Left)
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546. To ask the Minister for Education and Skills when a tender will be allocated in respect of a school (details supplied) in Dublin 8; when the broadband speed will be updated and improved; when the PDST will be reviewed; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [4936/15]

Jan O'Sullivan (Limerick City, Labour)
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Under the Schools Broadband Access Programme, my Department provides for the supply of internet connectivity for all recognised primary schools. A framework involving more providers was put in place in 2012 which ensures that improved solutions are available to schools. The Department is continually working with providers to ensure that where possible improved services are made available to schools.

The broadband connection for Francis St. C.B.S. will be re-tendered in the first half of 2015 with a view to having a improved connection in place for September 2015. In relation to the issues raised by Francis St C.B.S. regarding the Schools Broadband Service Desk, enquiries are being made about these matters and a response will issue to Francis St. C.B.S. as soon as possible.