Work on a new school building is set for 2024.
Another step forward has been taken towards building a special school in the midlands.
The closing date for receipt of tenders to build Kolbe Special School in Portlaoise is August 31st.
A shortlist of contractors has been approved and tender documents have been sent.
Laois Offaly Fianna Fáil TD Sean Fleming accepts it's taken too long to deliver the facility:
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