§ Rev. Martin SmythTo ask the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland what plans she has to provide a school at Lanark way, Belfast. [12893]
§ Mr. Worthington[holding answer 27 October 1997]: The need for a new replacement primary school for pupils in the St. Paul's parish of West Belfast has been under consideration for some time. A number of possible options for the location of the school are being examined. These include a site adjacent to Lanark way-Springfield road, Belfast. However, no decisions have been taken. The outcome will be informed by consultations with relevant interests and the conclusions of an economic appraisal to determine the most cost-effective method of meeting the educational needs of the pupils in the area.
§ Rev. Martin SmythTo ask the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland what plans she has for development at Lanark way, Belfast. [12894]
§ Mr. Paul Murphy[holding answer 27 October 1997]: The Department of the Environment (Northern Ireland) recently agreed the sale of three sites at Lanark way for commercial/industrial use. The Department plans in the near future to place on the open market a further area of 1.6 hectares for development purposes.