Jimmy Deenihan
Question:170 Mr. Deenihan asked the Minister for the Environment and Local Government when the guidelines for the townscape restoration scheme will be announced; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [17168/99]
Vol. 507 No. 4
170 Mr. Deenihan asked the Minister for the Environment and Local Government when the guidelines for the townscape restoration scheme will be announced; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [17168/99]
As the Deputy will be aware, I have announced the Government's intention to introduce a new scheme of tax incentives aimed at the renewal of smaller towns. Detailed guidelines are currently being prepared for the proposed new scheme. When finalised these will issue to county councils which will be invited to prepare and submit renewal plans for selected towns to my Department in accordance with the terms of the guidelines.