Defence Forces Property.

Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 12 February 2008

Tuesday, 12 February 2008

Ceisteanna (417)

Sean Sherlock

Ceist:

517 Deputy Seán Sherlock asked the Minister for Defence if he will review his previous decision and allow a club (details supplied) to use the local army reserve hall as a training facility on the basis that the hall in question is not used on a full-time basis throughout the week and even with RDF equipment stored on the premises there still is ample room to facilitate the club; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [5063/08]

Freagraí scríofa

Minister for Defence (Deputy Willie O’Dea)

The premises in question is a valuable resource for the Reserve Defence Forces located in the area. It is used throughout the year for training purposes and also acts as a control centre and staging point for military exercises undertaken in the locality. In addition, military equipment is stored on the premises. In view of the foregoing, I am still advised that this premises is only suitable for military use.