asked the Minister for Local Government if he will accept liability for the expenditure of Macroom Urban Council on the demolition of Macroom Castle, County Cork.
Ceisteanna—Questions. Oral Answers. - Demolition of Macroom Castle.
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While I cannot accept responsibility for the expenditure involved in the demolition of the structure referred to by the Deputy, I am having the possibility of giving some assistance towards the costs involved investigated.
I am glad to hear the Minister's reply. Is he aware that the total expenditure involved is, as I understand, £2,700? As it is not possible to trace the legal owner of the castle, such a burden would be very heavy on the taxpayers. Am I to assume from the Minister's reply that a subvention will be given towards the cost? I think the Minister would be justified in asking the Central Fund to bear the full cost.
It is being investigated.
When will we hear?
Shortly.