Construction work on new schools in Ennistymon could begin before the end of 2019.
A new second level school will replace the three existing schools currently operating in the North Clare town, while a new primary school will also be built.
Funding was first announced for the project in 2014 and planning permission has already been secured.
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In the Seanad this week, responding to local Senator Martin Conway, Junior Minister Jim Daly confirmed a pre-tendering process is underway, and that this will be followed by a tendering process which could see works begin next year.
