The review of State regional ports and harbours being undertaken by KPMG Consulting for my Department is nearing completion. A development plan for the harbour, with a total estimated cost of some £3.3 million, was commissioned by the Baltimore and Skibbereen Harbour Commissioners some years ago and was submitted to my Department for consideration. In relation to any future development of the harbour I do not wish to pre-empt the outcome of the consultancy review which will address this and other issues. The development requirements for the harbour will also be assessed in the context of the overall priorities for coastal infrastructure development and in light of available funding under the national plan 2000-2006.
Written Answers. - Harbours and Piers.
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Mr. J. O'Keeffe asked the Minister for the Marine and Natural Resources the position in relation to the Baltimore harbour development plan; if he has received the consultant's report; if so, the recommendations of this report; and the provisions for implementation in this regard. [13990/99]