Works on all the school properties are for the development of special needs classrooms and facilities.

The Department's Action Plan on Bullying will include the roll-out of new anti-bullying procedures in primary and post-primary schools.

Nickita says that as a parent and a voice for her son, answers and resources in relation to this urgent matter are needed.

Cavan Monaghan TD, Niamh Smyth "welcomed" the announcement.

"It’s so unfair.. The Minister should of made sure resources were in place.”

Cllr Cathy Bennett says support must be provided by the Department of Education, as additional funds for school bus services are beyond the control of Bus Éireann.

The new development is expected to "enhance" the educational facilities at the Cavan school.

According to Deputy Smyth, "CMETB will be engaging directly with the school authority."