asked the Minister for Justice if, in view of the fact that the Gárda Síochána in Tullamore are housed in the old County Infirmary, he proposes to have a barracks built in Tullamore and, if so, when it is intended to commence same.
Ceisteanna—Questions. Oral Answers. - Gárda Barracks for Tullamore.
The premises now occupied by the Gárda Síochána at Tullamore are not suitable for permanent occupation. Whether a suitable barracks can more conveniently be provided by the erection of a new building or by the acquisition and adaptation of an existing building is a question for the Commissioners of Public Works, who are responsible for the provision of barracks for the Gárda. I understand that the Commissioners have not yet reached a decision on that point.
Arising out of the Minister's reply, may I ask if his Department has made any representaplianc tions to the Board of Works on this matter?
Yes, I have made representations.