James Bannon (Longford-Westmeath, Fine Gael)

I understand that some national monuments, which are the visible face of our heritage, are to be moved from the streets of Dublin to facilitate the construction of the metro north facility. Nobody knows where the monuments will be stored or what degree of protection will be afforded to them. In that context, when can we expect the national monuments Bill to be introduced? The legislation in question is urgently needed if we are to prevent the destruction by stealth of our heritage throughout the country.

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