Departmental Properties

Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 11 June 2013

Tuesday, 11 June 2013

Questions (339)

Andrew Doyle

Question:

339. Deputy Andrew Doyle asked the Minister for Public Expenditure and Reform when parking will be stopped in the lower yard of Dublin Castle by the Office of Public Works in recognition of the castle's historic importance; the other parking arrangements being put in place for staff of the Revenue Commissioners, Comptroller and Auditor General's office, OPW, an Garda Síochána, Chester Beatty Library and Assay Office; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [26962/13]

Written answers

Minister of State at the Department of Public Expenditure and Reform (Deputy Brian Hayes)

The Office of Public Works intends to reduce car parking in the lower yard of Dublin Castle incrementally over time until car parking is discontinued fully, other than on an exceptional basis. No particular alternative parking arrangements are being put in place for the entities mentioned.