Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 12 May 2021
102. Deputy Cathal Crowe asked the Minister for Public Expenditure and Reform if the Office of Public Works has advanced proposals to install CCTV cameras at Clare Abbey, County Clare to curb ongoing vandalism and destruction of the site; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24970/21]
View answerThe Commissioners of Public Works have advised that there are a number of issues at Clare Abbey which renders the installation of a full CCTV system at the site impractical ; these include a lack of land ownership at the site, the lack of a power supply and possible threat to archaeology if cabling were to be installed.
While wires-free options are available, there are a number of logistical issues associated with them, not least, compliance with GDPR legislation, which need to be overcome and these are actively under review at present.
