Garda Stations.

Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 27 September 2006

Wednesday, 27 September 2006

Questions (490)

Bernard J. Durkan

Question:

539 Mr. Durkan asked the Minister for Finance the position in regard to the provision of the proposed new Garda Station at Leixlip, County Kildare; the schedule for the actual commencement of site works; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [29658/06]

Written answers

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

The Commissioners of Public Works recently made the formal decision to proceed with the construction of the proposed new Garda station at Leixlip, Co. Kildare.

Tender documents are currently in preparation and it is expected that the tendering process will begin in November 2006.

Following the placing of the contract, work should commence on site early next year.