asked the Minister for Finance if his attention has been drawn to the fact that because of financial cutbacks, the research excavations at the neolithic burial ground at Knowth, Drogheda, County Louth has been halted; the plans he has to have his work recommended; and if he will make a statement on the matter.
Written Answers. - Excavations at Knowth, County Louth.
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The research excavations which have been carried out at Knowth, County Meath, on a seasonal basis for many years were continued in the summer of 1988. Some post-excavation work was carried out also last year. It is expected that a further grant will be made available to the excavator in 1989.