Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 8 September 2022
453. Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Public Expenditure and Reform if he will provide an update on the development plans for Drogheda Garda station; if he will provide the overall details on the plans; the estimated costs of the plans; the projected date of commencement; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [42914/22]
Amharc ar fhreagraThe proposed development plans comprise a new 2-storey building, to the north-east of the existing station, to enhance the operational capability of the station and to provide improved accommodation facilities for the serving officers on site.
At present, the wall to the north-east boundary of the station requires repair and conservation before the development can commence. These works, along Old Abbey Lane, are to be carried out in accordance with Part 9 Planning and the conditions set out in Ministerial Consent C000952.
OPW issued tenders for the remedial works to the wall on 18 July 2022, with a tender return date of 22 August. Tenders received are currently being evaluated. It is envisaged that a contract will be placed by end September/beginning of October. The programme duration for these works is 21 weeks.
It is envisaged that the tender package for the main building works will follow completion of said remedial works.
