Archaeological Sites

Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 8 November 2022

Tuesday, 8 November 2022

Ceisteanna (384)

Ged Nash

Ceist:

384. Deputy Ged Nash asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage if it is correct that there are delays currently in his Department issuing archaeological licences for archaeological projects; if so, the reason for these delays; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [54757/22]

Freagraí scríofa

Minister of State at the Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage

A technical ICT issue that has now been resolved occasioned some recent delay with regard to the processing archaeological licences. The National Monuments Service of my Department is working hard to clear any remaining backlog.