Dáil Éireann debate -
Tuesday, 29 May 2001

Vol. 537 No. 2

Written Answers. - National Parks.

Bernard J. Durkan

Question:

332 Mr. Durkan asked the Minister for Arts, Heritage Gaeltacht and the Islands if she has had any discussions with the owners of Donadea Forest Park, Donadea, County Kildare, and any Departments or other bodies with a view to the restoration of the castle and buildings thereat for recreational, tourism and educational purposes; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [16049/01]

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

I have had no discussions with Coillte who is the owner of the property or others on the matter. The position remains as outlined in my reply of 11 April 2001 and other previous replies.