Richard Bruton
Ceist:59 Mr. R. Bruton asked the Minister for Defence the plans, if any, he has in relation to Clancy Barracks; and the timetable proposed for its final closure and transfer of personnel. [26305/99]
Written Answers. - Army Barracks.
I expect Clancy Barracks to be vacated next year and arrangements will be made for its disposal following its evacuation.
With regard to the transfer of civilian personnel – approximately 100 – consequent upon the closure of the barracks, I am currently examining a number of options which have been discussed with a representative group of civilian employees from Clancy Barracks. These options include transfer to the Curragh or transfer to other appropriate locations in the Dublin area. I am also in discussion with the Minister for Finance on the details of a redundancy package which may be offered in certain cases.
Arrangements have been made with the military authorities to advise the representative associations of progress regarding the evacuation of personnel from the barracks.