National Monuments

Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 9 February 2017

Thursday, 9 February 2017

Questions (158)

Noel Rock

Question:

158. Deputy Noel Rock asked the Minister for Public Expenditure and Reform the progress of the restoration of Glasnevin tower; if there is an opening date set; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [6551/17]

Written answers

Minister of State at the Department of Public Expenditure and Reform

The internal stairs of the O’Connell Tower in Glasnevin Cemetery were completely destroyed by a bomb in 1971. Glasnevin Trust is currently undertaking a project to reinstate stair access to the top of the tower based on the original designs. I understand that the works are expected to be completed by Q3, 2017 with the Glasnevin Trust then opening the facility thereafter for public access, in small escorted groups.