Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 2 April 2008
1018 Deputy Seán Sherlock asked the Minister for the Environment, Heritage and Local Government if he will clarify what the protected structure at Mologga Graveyard, Kildorrey, County Cork is, that is preventing Cork County Council from carrying out essential remedial works on the graveyard; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [12427/08]
View answerThe national monument in question is an early ecclesiastical site associated with St. Molaga and includes the ruins of a medieval church. In accordance with Section 14 of the National Monuments Act 1930 (as amended), the written consent of the Minister for the Environment, Heritage and Local Government is required for any prescribed works affecting a national monument in the ownership or guardianship of a local authority as in this case. Furthermore the Minister is required by law to consult with the Director of the National Museum of Ireland on any such application for consent.
An application for the Minister's consent to undertake certain works at the site in question was received on 28 March 2008 and is currently being processed. A decision will issue in the matter as soon as possible.
