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Dáil Éireann debate -
Thursday, 11 Nov 1999

Vol. 510 No. 5

Written Answers. - Asgard Restoration Project.

John Gormley

Question:

196 Mr. Gormley asked the Minister for Arts, Heritage, Gaeltacht and the Islands the outcome of her recent meeting with regard to the Asgard restoration project; and if she will make a full statement on the outcome and future plans. [23054/99]

I met with representatives of the Asgard restoration project on 19 October 1999, at which they outlined their position. I am currently considering all the elements involved in this complex application, including the views of the Asgard restoration project and the advice of the National Museum and the Heritage Council.

I would mention that my role in the vessel's future at this point is strictly confined to deciding the issue in relation to the application for a licence to alter it under the National Monuments Acts. I would also refer the Deputy to my answer to Priority Questions Nos. 1 and 2 of 7 October 1999 in this regard.

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