Dáil Éireann debate -
Tuesday, 29 Feb 2000

Vol. 515 No. 3

Written Answers. - Environmental Policy.

Austin Deasy

Question:

227 Mr. Deasy asked the Minister for the Environment and Local Government if there is a problem which prohibits local authorities from co-operating with FÁS and some other State agencies to clean up and maintain old graveyards, the environs of ancient monuments and access to these and if he will make a statement on the matter. [6055/00]

Minister for the Environment and Local Government (Mr. Dempsey)

Local authorities, acting in their capacity as burial boards, are responsible for the management and maintenance of burial grounds provided by them. I am not aware of any problems which might prevent local authorities from co-operating with FÁS or other State agencies, in relation to the works referred to in the Deputy's question.