Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 17 May 2016
605. Deputy Marcella Corcoran Kennedy asked the Minister for Public Expenditure and Reform when he will open and put a new social protection office (details supplied) into operation; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [10423/16]
View answerI am advised that the Commissioners of Public Works have agreed to lease a premises in Birr for use as a public office for the Department of Social Protection. A draft lease has been received and is being progressed in consultation with the Chief State Solicitors Office and the landlord’s solicitors.
The Commissioners anticipate being in a position to invite tenders to fit out the building for the Department once the lease is finalised. It will not be possible to give the Deputy a firm date for completion of the works until a contract has been awarded.
