Coast Guard Service

Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 5 October 2021

Tuesday, 5 October 2021

Questions (222)

Colm Burke

Question:

222. Deputy Colm Burke asked the Minister for Public Expenditure and Reform the reason contracts which were furnished over two years ago by the solicitors acting for Coillte to the State Solicitors Office that are acting for the Office of Public Works were not executed which relate to the transfer of lands which are urgently required for the erection of facilities for use by the Irish Coast Guard at Castlefreke, Rosscarberry, County Cork; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [47838/21]

Written answers

Minister of State at the Department of Public Expenditure and Reform

I am advised by the Commissioners of Public Works (OPW) that they are continuing to liaise with the Chief State Solicitors Office (CSSO) in order to finalise the contract for purchase of a site for the construction of a Coast Guard facility at Castlefreke, Rosscarberry, Co Cork.

Following the easing of Covid restrictions over the summer, the required site visits took place with the Vendor's representatives to agree the physical boundaries of the site. It is expected that all outstanding items will be finalised and the contract executed by the OPW in the coming weeks.

Preparation of the required planning application is progressing in parallel and once contracts are executed the OPW will submit the planning application to the Local Authority.