Noel Ahern
Question:29 Mr. N. Ahern asked the Minister for the Environment if he will extend the designated area in Drogheda, County Louth, under the urban renewal scheme; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [1135/95]
Written Answers. - Urban Renewal Scheme.
David Andrews
Question:56 Mr. Andrews asked the Minister for the Environment if he will extend the urban renewal status to towns whose primary source of income derives from tourism; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [2305/95]
Seamus Kirk
Question:58 Mr. Kirk asked the Minister for the Environment if he will designate Ardee, County Louth, under the urban renewal scheme in 1995. [1716/95]
I propose to take Questions Nos. 29, 56 and 58 together.
A new urban renewal scheme commenced on 1 August 1994 in 34 cities and towns throughout the country, including Drogheda, and will operate for a three-year period.
As the area designated under the previous scheme in Drogheda was not fully redeveloped, it was decided that it should continue to be the designated area. There are no proposals to extend the scheme to further areas in Drogheda.
I am aware of the case made for designation of many other towns throughout the country. However, to be effective, the scheme must be limited in its application. Therefore, I do not intend, to extend it to any further areas or towns.