Local Authority Housing

Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 24 April 2012

Tuesday, 24 April 2012

Ceisteanna (436)

Tony McLoughlin

Ceist:

503 Deputy Tony McLoughlin asked the Minister for the Environment, Community and Local Government when he will give final approval of funding to Sligo Corporation to redevelop three houses in view of the fact that these residents are waiting more than three years to return to their homes; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [20191/12]

Freagraí scríofa

Minister of State at the Department of the Environment, Community and Local Government (Deputy Jan O’Sullivan)

My Department approved the proposal by Sligo Borough Council to accept the tenders for these projects on 12 April 2012. This will enable the Council to conclude negotiations with the successful tenderer and allow the early commencement of the construction works.