Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 20 June 2017
834. Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Justice and Equality the status of a new Garda station (details supplied); the stage at which development is at; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [28272/17]
Amharc ar fhreagraThe Deputy will be aware that the Office of Public Works (OPW) has primary responsibility for the provision and maintenance of Garda accommodation and works closely with the Garda authorities in this regard. As Minister, I have no role in these matters.
You will also be aware that the Garda Capital Investment Programme 2016-2021 which was announced on 21 October 2015 includes the development of a new Garda station at Bailieborough, Co Cavan.
I understand that following consultation between Garda management and the OPW, a site has been identified for the new Garda Station and the OPW advises that it is progressing the legal matters relating to the acquisition of the site. The OPW further advises that, while significant progress has been made on the legal aspects of the acquisition, it is not currently possible to confirm exactly when this process will be completed.
