James Lawless
Question:1490. Deputy James Lawless asked the Minister for Children, Equality, Disability, Integration and Youth if he will provide an update (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [39202/23]
View answerDáil Éireann Debate, Monday - 11 September 2023
1490. Deputy James Lawless asked the Minister for Children, Equality, Disability, Integration and Youth if he will provide an update (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [39202/23]
View answerWaterways Hotel, Sallins, Co. Kildare, was offered to the Department through its Request for Tender (RFT) for "Bespoke Panel Agreement for the Provision of Accommodation Services and Related Services for Persons Seeking International Protection" which was published in the fourth quarter of 2022.
The Department is now in the process of signing a contract with the Tenderer.
The property will be providing 56 double and twin rooms. It is expected that this property will be available for occupation, following carrying out of mobilisation works, by year end.