Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 18 April 2024
112. Deputy Joe Flaherty asked the Minister for Enterprise, Trade and Employment the status of the progress being made to acquire an IDA Ireland purpose-built facility in Longford town; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [16882/24]
Amharc ar fhreagraIDA Ireland’s Regional Property Programme is aimed at supporting economic development and job creation across the country by making property solutions available to its own as well as Enterprise Ireland and LEO clients. In this regard, the provision of property solutions is a key element of IDA’s marketing of the Midlands Region, including Longford and the IDA has committed to build an Advanced Building Solution, or ABS, in Longford to support the winning of new investment and job creation.
While the site selection process is commercially sensitive until a land acquisition has been completed, IDA Ireland continues to explore all possible options to identify and secure suitable lands aligned with investor needs. In this regard, I am advised that the IDA continue to liaise with Longford County Council and with wider stakeholders in this regard to seek a suitable site for the proposed Advance Building Solution (ABS). The specific dates for commencement of construction are wholly dependent on, and subject to, the successful outcome of this process and there are many factors that impact on timelines for the delivery of construction projects. The IDA is using its best endeavours to deliver the building in Longford in a timely manner having regard to these market dynamics.
