Swimming Pool Projects.

Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 13 December 2005

Tuesday, 13 December 2005

Questions (237)

Paudge Connolly

Question:

272 Mr. Connolly asked the Minister for Arts, Sport and Tourism if he will provide a progress report on the redevelopment of the Monaghan town swimming pool; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [38694/05]

Written answers

Minister for Arts, Sport and Tourism (Mr. O’Donoghue)

As I indicated to the Deputy in my reply to Question No. 397 of 8 November 2005, I approved the tender and grant aid of €3.8 million for the Monaghan pool project in January 2005. I understand that construction work is continuing and is due to be completed in mid-2006. The grant is being drawn down on a phased basis and to date €1.5 million has been paid by my Department to Monaghan County Council.