Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 24 January 2023
342. Deputy Sorca Clarke asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Defence the refurbishment works that were carried out at Gormanston Camp during 2022; if each of the capital works are completed or ongoing; and the refurbishment works that will be carried out at this camp during 2023. [3251/23]
View answerThe Defence Forces Infrastructure Development Plan (IDP) sets out a programme of anticipated project delivery based on the achievement of the high-level goals as set out in White Paper 2015. The Plan is iterative in nature thus ensuring that it remains relevant and that investment is targeted where most needed. A midterm review of the Plan was recently completed by my Department and the Defence Forces to ensure the Plan continues to reflect current operational requirements.
In respect of Gormanston Camp the following projects were (i) completed/ ongoing during 2022 and (ii) scheduled for progression in the coming year at a combined cost of some €1.3m (VAT incl):
2022 - Works completed/ ongoing
- Provision of electrical cabling and associated ducting and trench work to service accommodation Blocks A and B;
- Design and installation of photo voltaic array and ancillary equipment for accommodation Blocks A and B;
- Provision and connection to interim distribution centre;
- Installation of low voltage electrical cabling.
2023- Works Scheduled for Progression
- The refurbishment of building No. 23 as a classroom/training rooms;
- The installation of heat pumps in Accommodation Blocks A and B;
- Site Clearance Works/Demolition works.
The future development of Gormanston Camp is prioritised in the Infrastructure Plan for 2022-2027 and in that regard the Deputy may wish to note that a number of significant capital projects are scheduled for progression to construction during 2024;
- New Accommodation Block (providing accommodation for 100 personnel), €8m
- Dining Hall Upgrade Works; €3m
- Provision of a New Gym and Obstacle Course ,€5m.
