Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 19 September 2013
116. Deputy Jim Daly asked the Minister for Arts, Heritage and the Gaeltacht if he will ensure that repairs are carried out a protected structure which was damaged by floods (details supplied) in County Cork; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [38886/13]
View answerWhile the famine graveyard in Abbeystrewry is protected under the National Monuments Acts 1930-2004, it is not in my ownership or guardianship, as Minister for Arts, Heritage and the Gaeltacht, and, therefore, neither my Department nor the Office of Public Works is responsible for its conservation, repair or maintenance.
I understand, however, that Cork County Council is currently examining the flood damage and has prepared an archaeological assessment and specification for necessary remedial works. Any such works would require my approval under the National Monuments Acts and any related proposal that may be submitted by the Council will be dealt with as speedily as possible by my Department.
