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Fresh discussions underway after negotiations fall through on sale of site for St Teresa's School in Ballinasloe

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Fresh discussions underway after negotiations fall through on sale of site for St Teresa's School in Ballinasloe

Galway Bay fm newsroom - Fresh discussions are underway after negotiations on the purchase of a site for St Teresa's Special School in Ballinasloe fell through.

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Galway Roscommon TD Denis Naughten says the Department of Education is now engaging with another landowner for a suitable site.

He says it's disappointing that the talks on the original land have fallen through, but is hopeful the current negotiations will lead to a more positive outcome.

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At present, St Teresa's operates from temporary accommodation on the grounds of St. Brigids in Ballinasloe.

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Independent Deputy Naughten says a purpose built school is badly needed.

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