Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 7 October 2014
205. Deputy Patrick O'Donovan asked the Minister for Public Expenditure and Reform the position regarding the planned works to be carried out at a Garda station (details supplied) in County Limerick following the amalgamation of the Newcastle West and Askeaton districts; when is it likely that these works will be carried out; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [38757/14]
View answer206. Deputy Patrick O'Donovan asked the Minister for Public Expenditure and Reform if he will provide details of requests from the Department of Justice and Equality and-or An Garda Síochána for improvements to be made to the accommodation available at Newcastle West Garda station, County Limerick; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [37898/14]
View answerI propose to take Questions Nos. 205 and 206 together.
The Commissioners of Public Works undertake refurbishments and routine maintenance to Garda Stations on foot of requests and priorities assigned by An Garda Síochána. A request has been received, to convert an existing Garage at Newcastlewest Garda Station into a new locker room, which would then allow the existing locker room to be converted for use as a Conference room. Other interior improvements to the Station are also requested.
Preliminary design proposals have been signed off by An Garda Síochána earlier this year. Advancing this project will depend on the prioritisation afforded it by the Garda Authorities.
