Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 14 May 2013
300. Deputy Michael Healy-Rae asked the Minister for Public Expenditure and Reform the position regarding a submission from Beaufort Community Council, County Kerry, with regard to proposals that they have for the Garda station which is now closed in supporting their proposal; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [22208/13]
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 will be considered subject to the receipt of an appropriate social / community case which will be included in a Business Case. The relevant Business Case will also need to demonstrate the competence to insure, maintain and manage the State property for the duration of the licence.
The OPW will consider the proposal received from Beaufort Community Council in the context of the above and will contact the community group in the near future to discuss the matter.
