Decentralisation Programme.

Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 15 February 2005

Tuesday, 15 February 2005

Questions (209)

Olwyn Enright

Question:

257 Ms Enright asked the Minister for Finance the position in regard to decentralisation to Birr; if a site has been agreed; when the contract documents will be signed; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [4540/05]

Written answers

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

FÁS has responsibility for the sourcing and purchase of its own decentralisation site in Birr. It has informed the Commissioners of Public Works that an advanced stage has been reached in the acquisition of a suitable site.