Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 16 July 2014
38. Deputy Sandra McLellan asked the Minister for Arts, Heritage and the Gaeltacht if she will consider providing funding to assist in the refurbishment of the 1916 plot in the St. Paul's section of Glasnevin Cemetery as part of the 1916 centenary celebration. [31211/14]
Amharc ar fhreagraAs the Deputy will be aware, the Glasnevin Trust operates the Glasnevin Museum and Cemetery. Responsibility for the upkeep of the 1916 plot in the St Paul's section of the Cemetery falls within the remit of the National Graves Association (NGA), which commissioned the monuments in the first instance. I understand that refurbishment works are envisaged to be undertaken by the NGA and that Glasnevin Trust are undertaking associated works, to be completed in time for the centenary of the 1916 Rising. My Department will continue to work closely with these organisations on relevant commemorative matters.
