Paul McGrath
Ceist:389 Mr. McGrath asked the Minister for the Environment and Local Government if contractors undertaking works funded by his Department, but under contract to a local authority, are required to provide a bond with that authority to cover those works; if it is obligatory that such a bond be provided or if an alternative arrangement can be made; if he will outline such acceptable alternatives; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [12799/00]