Office of Public Works

Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 9 May 2023

Tuesday, 9 May 2023

Questions (238)

Patrick Costello

Question:

238. Deputy Patrick Costello asked the Minister for Public Expenditure, National Development Plan Delivery and Reform if he will provide an update on the Magazine Fort, Phoenix Park; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [21068/23]

Written answers

Minister of State at the Department of Public Expenditure, National Development Plan Delivery and Reform

The Office of Public Works has developed plans for the restoration of the Magazine Fort, Phoenix Park, and has received the necessary planning permission from Dublin City Council in 2022.

The Office of Public Works has already tendered for Phase 1 of the restoration works i.e. the Structural Stabilisation and Repair Works to the rampart walls, along with some other buildings which have been prioritised for conservation attention. This process will conclude shortly. It is anticipated that The Office of Public Works will appoint a main contractor in the coming weeks and and that works will commence on site during the summer months.