Denis Naughten (Roscommon-South Leitrim, Fine Gael)
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Question 14: To ask the Minister for Defence his plans for Custume Barracks, Athlone, County Westmeath; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [6895/12]

Alan Shatter (Dublin South, Fine Gael)
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As the Deputy is aware Custume Barracks, Athlone is the headquarters of the 4th Western Brigade. The barracks continues to function as an operational military installation and will shortly provide accommodation for personnel relocating from O'Neill Barracks, Cavan and Columb Barracks, Mullingar following their closure at the end of March. There are no plans of any nature to close Custume Barracks.

Nicky McFadden (Longford-Westmeath, Fine Gael)
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Will the helicopter service be located in Custume Barracks in order to help people to be speedily brought to hospital?

Alan Shatter (Dublin South, Fine Gael)
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The arrangements in respect of that matter are at an advanced stage of discussion between officials in the Department of Defence and in the Department of Health. I hope we will be able to make an announcement about the matter in the not too distant future.