Seán Power
Question:58 Mr. Power asked the Minister for Education if the Government has approved in principle the construction of Ireland's first 50 metre swimming pool; and if so, when construction will commence. [1407/96]
Written Answers. - Swimming Pool.
As I outlined in my reply of 15 February 1996 proposals for the provision of a 50 metre swimming pool are still under consideration in my Department. A project of this scale requires very careful and detailed consideration before any decision can be made in the matter in view of the overall capital and operating costs involved. Because of its implications for Exchequer funding I am not in a position to say at this stage when a decision about the project can be made.