Architectural Heritage.

Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 19 December 2007

Wednesday, 19 December 2007

Ceisteanna (91)

Joan Burton

Ceist:

136 Deputy Joan Burton asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Finance if works on the historic Swiss Cottage and its adjacent bridge in Cahir, County Tipperary have been completed; when it is proposed to reopen this important tourist attraction; the projected final costs involved in the project; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [35740/07]

Freagraí scríofa

Minister of State at the Department of Finance (Deputy Noel Ahern)

Works to the structure of the Swiss Cottage and the adjacent bridge are completed. Landscaping and ancillary works are ongoing. The projected costs are in the order of €0.5 million. A formal re-opening will take place at the Swiss Cottage in March 2008 and the site will be open from mid March to mid October.