John McGuinness (Carlow-Kilkenny, Fianna Fail)
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1089. To ask the Minister for Education and Skills the progress made on an application by a school (details supplied) for change of status; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [20709/21]

Norma Foley (Kerry, Fianna Fail)
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I can confirm to the Deputy that my Department is in receipt of an application for change of statusfrom the school in question which is under assessment. This assessment includes information provided by the Bishop. The Department in considering such applications must assess the implications, if any, of changing the status of a school(s) in the context of how this change may impact the viability of other schools in the area and must also consider any associated capital implications that may be warranted as a result of such a change. Discussions between the Department and the Patron are ongoing and will be concluded as quickly as possible.