LATEST: Tipperary school gets GREEN LIGHT for major building extension works

The Fianna Fáil TD for Tipperary, Jackie Cahill has welcomed confirmation from the Fianna Fáil Minister for Education, Norma Foley TD that Borrisokane National School has been approved for building works through the School Building Unit in the Department of Education.

The Government TD said: “I am delighted to welcome confirmation from Minister Norma Foley this afternoon that Borrisokane NS has received initial project approval for extension and refurbishment works.

“These works will allow for the reconfiguration of an existing space to provide a new classroom for children with special needs and a soft play area, as well as a new mainstream classroom.”

Newly-elected Cllr Ryan O’Meara said: “I am delighted to see this Government, through Minister Norma Foley, approving these building works today for Borrisokane NS. It is a priority for me that the Nenagh – Borrisokane – Lower Ormond area receives as much funding as possible for education, to provide the space and facilities needed for local children.”