Garda Stations.

Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 23 November 2004

Tuesday, 23 November 2004

Questions (181)

Willie Penrose

Question:

229 Mr. Penrose asked the Minister for Finance if, in view of the recent correspondence to him, he will consider a proposal to erect a new Garda station at a location (details supplied) in County Westmeath; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [29945/04]

Written answers

Minister of State at the Department of Finance (Mr. Parlon)

The Commissioners of Public Works acquire sites and erect new Garda stations in accordance with priorities established by the Department of Justice, Equality and Law Reform. There are no current plans to replace Castlepollard Garda station. Any such proposal would require the agreement of the Department of Justice, Equality and Law Reform and the Garda authorities.