Dáil Éireann díospóireacht -
Wednesday, 23 Jun 1999

Vol. 506 No. 6

Written Answers. - Harbours and Piers.

Jim O'Keeffe

Ceist:

41 Mr. J. O'Keeffe asked the Minister for the Marine and Natural Resources if he will publish the review (details supplied) of regional ports and harbours in view of the urgent need to put in place development decisions and funding arrangements for harbours such as Baltimore, County Cork. [16035/99]

Minister for the Marine and Natural Resources (Dr. Woods)

It is my intention to publish the KPMG consulting report on the review of State regional ports and harbours, which I have just received, as soon as possible. I am currently considering the reports findings in conjunction with my Department prior to presentation to Government.

In relation to development plans for harbours, including Baltimore Harbour, and their financing I do not wish to pre-empt the outcome of the review which addresses issues such as future ownership, management options and beneficial activities-operations. The development requirements for the harbour will also be assessed in the context of the overall priorities for coastal infrastructure development and in light of available funding under the National Plan 2000-2006.