John Deasy (Waterford, Fine Gael)
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The original cost to the State of the vessel was €14 million. In view of the fact that serious water damage has been discovered on board, how much money will be required to make it seaworthy? Difficulties arose in respect of the Jeanie Johnstonapproximately four years ago and I seem to recall that it was estimated that the cost of making it seaworthy again would be €100,000. It was determined that it would not be feasible to proceed at the time. Were repairs made in 2011 or was the vessel just left berthed in Dublin Port? What is the history of this matter? Given that €14 million was spent on the project initially, did leaving it in the water for four years constitute adequate care for the vessel?