Dublin Docklands Museum

Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 24 April 2012

Tuesday, 24 April 2012

Questions (366)

Thomas P. Broughan

Question:

458 Deputy Thomas P. Broughan asked the Minister for Arts, Heritage and the Gaeltacht his views on the development of a Dublin Docklands museum in view of the importance of Dublin Port to the economic and social development of Dublin since the city was founded and its key historical role in the greater Dublin region; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [19832/12]

Written answers

Minister for Arts, Heritage and the Gaeltacht (Deputy Jimmy Deenihan)

I wish to advise the Deputy that there are currently no proposals with my Department for the establishment of such a museum nor, in the present climate, are there any funds available in my Department for such an endeavour.