State Properties

Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 1 December 2022

Thursday, 1 December 2022

Questions (190)

Fergus O'Dowd

Question:

190. Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Public Expenditure and Reform if he will provide an update on the long-awaited transfer of ownership of the historic Westgate House, Drogheda County Louth; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [59955/22]

Written answers

Minister of State at the Department of Public Expenditure and Reform

Westgate House, Narrow West Street, Drogheda, County Louth is in the ownership of the Commissioners of Public Works in Ireland.

Officials in my Department have informed me that the sales contract to transfer the property to Louth County Council is currently being reviewed, in consultation with the Chief State Solicitor's Office. The contract will then be forwarded to the solicitors acting on behalf of the Council. It is anticipated that the transfer will be fully completed in Q1 2023.