Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 21 July 2016
74. Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Justice and Equality the position regarding a project (details supplied); when it will proceed to the next stage; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [24108/16]
View answerAs the Deputy will be aware, the Office of Public Works (OPW) has the primary responsibility for the provision and maintenance of Garda accommodation and works closely with the Garda authorities in this regard.
The Garda Building and Refurbishment Programme 2016-2021 includes the development of a new Garda station at the District Headquarters of Bailieboro, Co Cavan.
I am advised by the Garda authorities that a site has been identified for the new Garda Station and that the OPW is progressing the legal matters relating to the acquisition of the site.
Until the site acquisition is completed, it is not possible to provide an exact time line and details on procurement, construction and costing of the new station.
