Thomas P. Broughan
Ceist:234. Deputy Thomas P. Broughan asked the Minister for Justice and Equality his plans to refurbish Clontarf Garda station; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [43909/17]
Amharc ar fhreagraTuesday, 17 October 2017
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Freagraí scríofa
As the Deputy will appreciate the programme of replacement and refurbishment of Garda accommodation is progressed by the Garda authorities working in close cooperation with the Office of Public Works (OPW), which has the responsibility for the provision and maintenance of Garda accommodation. As Minister, I have no direct role in relation to these matters.
I have, however, been informed by the Garda authorities that a number of refurbishments have been carried out to Clontarf Garda station in recent times. For example, the re-wiring and general refurbishment of the station, including refurbishment of the public office, the provision of modern incident and conference room facilities together with an upgrade of the canteen facilities was completed during 2010. In addition, the cells in the station were upgraded in 2012 under the Cell Refurbishment Programme.
I understand that the OPW has recently completed works to the car park at the station which will increase the number of spaces for Garda vehicles as well as dealing with a number of health and safety issues.