Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 19 February 2008
394 Deputy Charlie O’Connor asked the Minister for Arts, Sport and Tourism if he will report on his dealings with South Dublin County Council in respect of a stadium (details supplied) in Dublin 24; if he will provide assurances that every action is being taken to ensure the progress of the building programme; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [6308/08]
Amharc ar fhreagraI have been assured by South Dublin County Council that the Contractor is ready to resume the works on the stadium within weeks and it is hoped that the first phase can be completed before the end of this year at an estimated cost of €9m. Phase One will see the completion of the stand on one side of the pitch with a seating capacity of 3,000, the playing surface, changing rooms and showers and other amenities. Officials from South Dublin County Council have met with officials from my Department to discuss the funding of the project. My Department has already allocated grants of €2.44m under the Sports Capital Programme to the development over the period 2000 to 2002. I have recently announced a new round of the Sports Capital Programme and I understand that South Dublin County Council will be making an application for funding for the project under the Programme. The normal terms and conditions of the Sports Capital Programme will apply to any successful application.
