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83 Mr. Power asked the Minister for Defence the progress, if any, made with local and voluntary organisations regarding the future use of the barracks in Kildare; when the sale of the barracks will proceed; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [9299/99]
Following the Government decision of 15 July 1998, to dispose of six barracks considered to be surplus to military requirements, I had consultations with public and community representatives in each of the five areas in which barracks were subsequently evacuated. In addition to those initial meetings, my officials met with councillors and officials of Kildare County Council in relation to Magee Barracks on 11 February 1999. I expect to meet with representatives of the county council in the near future to discuss the matter further. The sale of the barracks will proceed as soon as is practicable.
