Mr. John D. TaylorTo ask the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland what areas of Victoria Primary School in Newtownards are not being used; what is the reason; and if he will make a statement. [56780]
§ Mr. Paul MurphyI understand from the South Eastern Education and Library Board that the assembly hall at Victoria Primary school has been closed because of structural defects. The Board has given approval for the structural upgrading of the hall and the replacement of its windows. Tenders are about to be sought and work should commence in the near future. When work is complete the hall will be re-opened.
Mr. John D. TaylorTo ask the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland what proposals there are to replace Castle Gardens Primary School in Newtownards; what is the timetable for such a proposal; and if he will make a statement. [56779]
§ Mr. Paul MurphyThe South-Eastern Education and Library Board proposes to replace Castle Gardens Primary School on a new site on the Bowtown Road. Planning for this is at an advanced stage and the school will be considered for a place in next year's capital programme in light of the resources available.