Urgent Need For Blessington School Expansion Highlighted As Construction Date Delayed

Monday, 11 March 2024 14:15

By Martin Osborne

Originally set for December 2024, it's now pushed to September 2025.

Concerns have been raised over the delayed construction start date for Blessington Community College's new 1,000 student school.

Originally set for December 2024, it's now pushed to September 2025.

Wicklow TD Jennifer Whitmore and local residents expressed disappointment, citing the urgent need for expanded facilities to accommodate Blessington's growing population.

They are urging the Department of Education to prioritise the project to meet the community's needs.

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