Regeneration Projects

Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 15 October 2019

Tuesday, 15 October 2019

Ceisteanna (621)

Willie O'Dea

Ceist:

621. Deputy Willie O'Dea asked the Minister for Housing, Planning and Local Government if his attention has been drawn to the fact that the factory, a vital community programme in Limerick, is due to close in December 2019; the way in which the cut in funding can be justified; if his attention has been further drawn to the large expenditure on the facility; if the facility on the southside of Limerick will remain open; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [41702/19]

Freagraí scríofa

Minister for Housing, Planning and Local Government

All decisions relating to the Fullflex factory building in Limerick, from its initial acquisition, its subsequent use and decisions on disposal, are being taken in the first instance by Limerick City and County Council, in the context of their implementation of the Limerick Regeneration Framework Implementation Plan.

I understand that in consideration of the sale of the building, that the Council has launched an expression of interests process which is not yet concluded and which will involve further consultation with the Councillors. I also understand that as part of any consideration to sell the property the Council is currently working with the services located there to assist them in sourcing an alternative location.