Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 29 September 2004
1059 Mr. Naughten asked the Minister for Justice, Equality and Law Reform if, further to Parliamentary Question No. 754 of 27 April 2004, he will provide an update on the current situation and future plans for the operation of Loughran House; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [21676/04]
View answer1060 Mr. Naughten asked the Minister for Justice, Equality and Law Reform if he will provide an update on discussions with the Prison Officers Association; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [21677/04]
View answerI propose to take Questions Nos. 1059 and 1060 together.
Negotiations with the Prison Officers Association are close to being concluded. A limited number of financial issues are the subject of a referral to arbitration which is due to take place shortly and I am hopeful of agreement being finalised in the near future. If there is a successful outcome to the current process I do not propose to proceed with any change of status for Loughran House.
