Dáil Éireann - Volume 609 - 08 November, 2005

Written Answers. - Site Acquisitions.

[1037]   317. Aengus Ó Snodaigh asked the Minister for Finance if he will report on the provision of a site for a probation and welfare service centre in Dublin 15; and if a site has been identified. [32642/05]

  318. Aengus Ó Snodaigh asked the Minister for Finance if every effort is made to expedite the fit-out of probation and welfare service offices in Dublin 15, in view of the fact that this service has already been delayed by three years. [32643/05]

  Mr. Parlon: I propose to take Questions Nos. 317 and 318 together.

It is understood that the probation and welfare service has identified a suitable site for a service centre in the Dublin 15 area. The probation and welfare service is currently in discussion with Fingal County Council with a view to acquiring the site.

Office accommodation has also been identified by the OPW to meet the requirements of the probation and welfare service. A technical report on the offices is expected shortly. When office accommodation has been acquired the fit-out will be carried out as quickly as possible.