Heritage Sites

Thursday, 18 April 2024

Questions (140)

Mairéad Farrell

Question:

140. Deputy Mairéad Farrell asked the Minister for Transport to provide an update on the transfer of Dunguaire Castle to Galway County Council; when the process is expected to be complete; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [17077/24]

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Written answers

Minister of State at the Department of Transport

The Shannon Heritage business and sites in Clare transferred from the Shannon Airport Group to Clare County Council from 1 May 2023. As Dunguaire Castle is located in county Galway, it was not part of that transfer agreement, however I understand that Clare County Council operated the Castle on behalf of the Group on a temporary basis over the 2023 summer season.

I understand that the future position of Dunguaire Castle continues to be discussed between the Group and Galway County Council.