Veterinary Laboratory.

Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 1 March 2005

Tuesday, 1 March 2005

Questions (242)

Pat Breen

Question:

299 Mr. P. Breen asked the Minister for Agriculture and Food the future plans for the veterinary centre at Knockalisheen, Meelick, County Clare; the amount of land which is owned by her Department; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [6882/05]

Written answers

Minister for Agriculture and Food (Mary Coughlan)

Under the decentralisation programme a single laboratory complex will be located in Macroom to cater for the Munster region. My Department is liaising with the OPW on the acquisition of a suitable site for the new laboratory complex in Macroom.

The regional veterinary laboratory at Knockalisheen is located on land owned by the Office of Public Works.