Dempsey welcomes additional funding for St. Oliver’s PP School, Oldcastle [noeldempsey.ie]
- Published: 10 June 2010
Local Minister Noel Dempsey, T.D. today welcomed the announcement made by the Department of Education and Skills that additional funding has been approved for the Relocation of a Lift Shaft at St. Oliver’s PP School in Oldcastle.
Speaking today Minister Dempsey said: “I am very happy that the Tánaiste and Minister for Education and Skills has confirmed to me today that additional funding has been allocated for relocation of a lift shaft. There was concern at this school for students unable to use the stairs. This new facility will improve access within the building and classrooms for students, teachers, parents and visitors. I know this will be very welcome news in the local area.”
Minister Dempsey added: “This Government is committed to providing a mechanism for ensuring that the teaching profession in this country continues to develop. This project of modernising the statutory framework for education is only one part of a wider agenda and I look forward to future developments. I want to thank all the hard working students, teachers and everyone associated with St. Oliver’s PP School in Oldcastle. You are all doing a fantastic job and I encourage you all to work together to ensure that this school continues to be a vital force in the future.”
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