Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 13 May 2020
152. Deputy Neasa Hourigan asked the Minister for Public Expenditure and Reform the status of the National Children’s Science Museum, National Concert Hall project; if tenders have been issued for the project; if so, the expected date construction will commence; when the project will be completed; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [5447/20]
View answer153. Deputy Neasa Hourigan asked the Minister for Public Expenditure and Reform his plans to ensure the conservation and protection of the Iveagh Gardens during construction works as part of the National Children’s Science Museum, National Concert Hall project; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [5448/20]
View answerI propose to take Questions Nos. 152 and 153 together.
I wish to advise the Deputy that the National Children’s Science Centre project is currently the subject of Arbitration proceedings initiated by its promoters,the Irish Children’s Museum Ltd (ICML). I understand that the Commissioners of Public Works are currently engaging with the relevant stakeholders in relation to the appropriate next steps and it would be inappropriate for me to comment further as the matter is subject to an Arbitration process.
