Patrick Costello
Question:174. Deputy Patrick Costello asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Defence for an update on the various capital works taking place on Haulbowline Island; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [32157/23]
View answerTuesday, 4 July 2023
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The Defence Forces Infrastructure Development Plan (IDP) sets out a programme of project delivery for the years 2023 to 2027. Under the IDP there are currently over €110m worth of projects underway at different stages of development in Barracks across the country.
The future development of the Naval Base is a key priority under the IDP and in that regard the Deputy may wish to note the following significant capital projects that are at various stages of the procurement pipeline which are planned to reach and or complete construction in the next 18 month.
• Refurbishment of Buildings 50&51 (FORST) - to be completed by June 2023
• Refurbishment of Block 4 New Accommodation Block – Works expected to commence in 2023
• Refurbishment of Block 9 Office Accommodation- Works expected to commence in 2023
• Old Comms Building Fire Repair & Upgrade/Accommodation Cadets- Works expected to commence in 2024
• Cadets Mess internal alterations and refurbishments- Works expected to commence in 2024
• New Gym at Old Tank Building – Works expected to commence in 2024.
Beyond that timeframe, the Plan also provides for the progression of the following projects by 2027 :
• Remediaton of the ISPAT (former Factory site)
• Dredging Works at the Naval basin
• ISPAT Site Development New Entrance/Security
• Additional Berthage at the West Wall
• Main Workshops Dockyard
• Block 10 Office Development.