Joe Costello (Dublin Central, Labour)
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The Department upgraded its parking facilities in Rossaveal specifically so it could charge and receive an income from parking. A considerable amount of money was spent in doing so. Did this money come from the Department or was it from other resources? Why is it not realising the funds from parking which were envisaged? Does the Department have different visions for parking at different harbours? Mr. Moran seems to be very fragile on the issue of parking in Howth Harbour, but the parking facilities in Rossaveal, which were upgraded, do not seem to have delivered any return. What is the overall approach to this? Based on the statement made here, I understand the intention with regard to Rossaveal was that more than €500,000 would accrue from parking, but this has not transpired. Nothing is happening with regard to Howth at present. Is this addressed in the 2012 accounts which are before the committee?