Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 9 May 2013
96. Deputy Tom Fleming asked the Minister for Public Expenditure and Reform if he will look favourably on a business plan which proposes that a community use be established for the Garda Barracks in an area (details supplied) in County Kerry; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [21905/13]
View answerThe Office of Public Works (OPW) is assessing the management issues arising in respect of all the recently closed Garda Stations including Beaufort. The office is engaged in determining alternate State use, potential disposal and addressing temporary constraints relating to some individual properties. Community involvement subject to the receipt of an appropriate social or community case which identifies the Business Case and the competence to insure, maintain and manage the State property for the duration of the licence. The OPW will consider the proposal from Beaufort Community Council in the context of the above and will contact the community group in the near future.
