Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 31 January 2012
259 Deputy Brian Walsh asked the Minister for Public Expenditure and Reform if plans to close the visitor centre at Dún Aengus on Inis Mór, County Galway, for two days per week will be reviewed in view of concern that the historical site could be subjected to damage in the absence of supervision; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [5384/12]
Amharc ar fhreagraDún Aonghusa Visitor Centre is generally open to visitors daily on a year round basis. The Visitor Centre is currently operating on a six day week due to staff shortages. The Centre will return to a seven day opening when staff resources allow. The site itself is freely accessible to visitors at all times day and night.
Dún Aonghusa is under the supervision of a caretaker resident on Inis Mor. He monitors the site and ensures that any necessary repairs or incidents of damage is reported to the OPW District Office for its attention and repair.
