Rights of Way

Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 13 March 2012

Tuesday, 13 March 2012

Ceisteanna (175)

Michael McNamara

Ceist:

226 Deputy Michael McNamara asked the Minister for Public Expenditure and Reform his plans to acquire a public right of way at Leamanagh Castle which is situated at the intersection of the R476 Corofin to Killinaboy road and the R480 road to Ballyvaughan, at the southern boundary of the Burren in County Clare, in order that visitors once again may appreciate the unique architectural features of this national monument; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [13549/12]

Freagraí scríofa

Minister of State at the Department of Public Expenditure and Reform (Deputy Brian Hayes)

Leamanagh Castle is under State guardianship and is in the care of the Office of Public Works. The Castle is situated on privately owned lands at Killinaboy, County Clare. As access is in private ownership it is not anticipated that access by the public to the Castle will be possible for the time being.