An Garda Síochána

Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 20 February 2024

Tuesday, 20 February 2024

Questions (235)

Michael Lowry

Question:

235. Deputy Michael Lowry asked the Minister for Public Expenditure, National Development Plan Delivery and Reform the progress made on the development of a new Garda station in Kickham Barracks, Clonmel, County Tipperary; if the development of Clonmel Garda station is considered a priority for Government, given that a new Garda station in Clonmel is urgently needed for the members of An Garda Síochána stationed in Clonmel and for the members of the public they serve; when it is envisaged that works on the construction of the new station will start; the proposed completion date; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [7681/24]

Written answers

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

As the Deputy will be aware, Clonmel Garda Station is considered a priority for Government.

The Office of Public Works is currently processing detailed design with the design team.

Pre-qualification competitions will be undertaken for the main contractor and Mechanical, Electrical and Lift reserved specialists shortly.

Once a fully designed tender package has been prepared, procurement of the main contractor and reserved specialists will be undertaken. It is expected OPW will go to tender for the main contract in Q2 2024. Construction period will take approximately 24 months to complete the construction stage.