Garda Divisional Headquarters

Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 28 February 2017

Tuesday, 28 February 2017

Questions (475)

Thomas P. Broughan

Question:

475. Deputy Thomas P. Broughan asked the Minister for Public Expenditure and Reform when the construction of the new Garda divisional headquarters in Kevin Street, Dublin will be fully completed; when it will open to the public; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [10361/17]

Written answers

Minister of State at the Department of Public Expenditure and Reform

A contract was placed with JJ Rhatigan & Co. Ltd on 30 January 2015 for the construction of a new Garda Divisional Headquarters at Kevin Street, Dublin. Construction works commenced on site in February 2015 and are due for completion by end Q.3. 2017. Thereafter, the staffing and timing for the opening of the station to the public is a matter for An Garda Síochána.