Norma Foley (Kerry, Fianna Fail)
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In relation to new school buildings and extensions my Department provides a tap drinking water system as a matter of routine.

In existing buildings if a school has concerns about the quality of its drinking water, the matter can be addressed by the relevant local authority and Irish Water. If any quality issues are identified as a result of a test, my Department provides funding to address the issue.

If a school does not have a tap drinking water supply, my Department will provide funding to address the issue.

The relevant funding mechanisms are the minor works grant for small-scale works or the Summer Works Scheme or, if appropriate, the Emergency Works Scheme, for larger scale works.