Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 17 February 2009
160 Deputy Enda Kenny asked the Minister for Finance the progress made regarding the provision of a building (details supplied) in County Mayo; the reason for the delay in the project commencing; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [5798/09]
View answerThe design and tender documentation for the proposed new Station at Ballyvary, Co. Mayo is currently being processed by the Office of Public Works. However, due to emerging financial constraints, this Station is not included on the current Garda priority list, and it will not go to works stage in 2009. Garda Management have indicated to OPW that while they can continue to provide policing facilities to Ballyvary from Castlebar Garda Station in the short term, they wish to avail of an opportunity to secure rented premises in Ballyvary itself, from where Gardaí could operate. At this stage, a suitable premises has been identified, rental terms settled, and a small programme of adaptation works agreed with the landlord. Garda Management have approved funding for these works, and detailed working plans and specifications are currently being drawn up by OPW. Once the relevant works have been carried out, it is intended that Gardaí will use these temporary premises pending the erection of the new permanent Station.
