Office of Public Works

Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 31 March 2021

Wednesday, 31 March 2021

Questions (410)

Cormac Devlin

Question:

410. Deputy Cormac Devlin asked the Minister for Public Expenditure and Reform if a proposal which was sent to the Office of Public Works by a group (details supplied) has been received; the action being taken on same; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [16810/21]

Written answers

Minister of State at the Department of Public Expenditure and Reform

I can confirm that a proposal by the Cabinteely Tidy Towns Heritage Sub-Committee was received by the Office of Public Works. OPW fully acknowledges that the group has a deep commitment to the site in general and that, in regard to the two high crosses, advocates for their removal and relocation to a safe and suitable environment. Aside from interacting with the group, OPW has also liaised with the National Museum of Ireland and the local authority in planning the future for these monuments. It should be noted that while a number of bodies including the OPW will have input, the National Museum of Ireland is ultimately the lead responsible agency. Nevertheless, OPW continues to engage with the Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage and the National Museum and it seems likely that there will be further discussions and deliberations necessary before final decisions are taken.