Primary school in north Mayo receives approval for construction

Deputy Dara Calleary has announced an early Christmas gift for Ballina as Culleens National School receives approval from the Department of Education to move to construction.

“Congratulations and well done to principal Clair Cooke and her board of management on moving the project forward with such commitment and dedication over the course of many years,” said Deputy Calleary, a Fianna Fáil TD based in Ballina.

He added: “I am delighted for everyone connected with the school to finally get it over the line.”

It is anticipated that works on the multi-million euro, 12-classroom project will commence next week (commencing December 13).