asked the Minister for Justice what proposals his Department have at present (a) for the building of new Garda stations and (b) for the repair and reconstruction of existing Garda stations in North Tipperary; and what is the present position in each case.
Ceisteanna—Questions. Oral Answers. - Tipperary Garda Stations.
The reply is in the form of a tabular statement which with your permission, a Cheann Comhairle, it is proposed to circulate with the Official Report.
Following is the statement:—
Proposals for the building of new Garda stations in North County Tipperary.
Location |
Progress |
Portroe |
Building is expected to be commenced by December, 1962. |
Ballingarry North |
Site acquired; contract for sinking of well placed as a preliminary to erection of new station. |
Coolbawn |
A site is being sought. |
Lorrha |
A site is being sought. |
Moyne |
A site is being sought. |
Templemore |
A site is being sought. |
Toomevara |
A site is being sought. |
Proposals for repair and reconstruction of Garda stations in North County Tipperary.
Location |
Service |
Progress |
Borrisoleigh |
Segregation of married quarters |
Sketch plans in preparation |
Killinaule |
Repairs and bathroom scheme |
Sketch plans in preparation |
Roscrea |
External renovations |
Going out to tender shortly |
Templederry |
Bathroom scheme |
Drawings in preparation |
Whether new stations or major repairs will be undertaken at Cloughjordan and Rearcross will depend on the report of the Divisional Architect, on the condition of the existing buildings, which is awaited.