Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 9 February 2022
83. Deputy Duncan Smith asked the Minister for Defence the breakdown of the infrastructural development plan for the Defence Forces; the total amount allocated; the amount allocated to each barracks and training centre; the timeframe involved in the plan; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [6928/22]
View answerThe Defence Forces built infrastructure programme (IDP) as published in January 2020 provides a blueprint for investment in the Defence Forces built infrastructure over a multi annual timeframe. The IDP is a rolling plan and as such is iterative in nature thus ensuring that it remains relevant and that investment is targeted where most needed. It provides a breakdown of projects per formation while further outlining the individual location of each project.
The capital allocation for 2022 in respect of such projects stands at approx €35m. In addition, a further €10m is being provided to the Defence Forces for the purposes of maintenance of current stock.
The Deputy may wish to note a selection of projects which are under construction or scheduled for commencement in 2022.
- Upgrade of Block 8, Haulbowline - €4m
- Remediation of Spencer Jetty at the Naval Base, Haulbowline - €3.1m
- Cadet School, DFTC - €4.1m
- Upgrade of Former USAC Block, Renmore - €8.4m
- New Accommodation Block, Collins Barracks - €3.5m
- New CIS Workshop Facility, Defence Forces Training Centre - €7.3m
- ARW New HQ Building - €4.4m
- Upgrade and refurbishment of two buildings at McKee Barracks - €15m
