Dáil Éireann debate -
Wednesday, 12 Apr 2000

Vol. 518 No. 1

Written Answers. - National Parks.

Bernard J. Durkan

Question:

167 Mr. Durkan asked the Minister for Arts, Heritage Gaeltacht and the Islands if she or any other body, under the aegis of her Department, are concerned about the future of Donadea Forest Park, if she has been alerted to the local community desire to develop the area as a National Park and Heritage Centre, incorporating the restoration of the castle and buildings; the initiative she will take in this regard; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [11222/00]

Bernard J. Durkan

Question:

168 Mr. Durkan asked the Minister for Arts, Heritage Gaeltacht and the Islands if any funds are available for the development of cultural and heritage facilities at Donadea Forest park, County Kildare in the event of the property becoming available; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [11223/00]

Minister for Heritage, Gaeltacht and the Islands (Miss de Valera)

I propose to take Questions Nos. 167 and 168 together.

I refer the Deputy to my reply of 11 April 2000. The position remains as outlined on that occasion.