David Stanton (Cork East, Fine Gael)

Would the Minister agree that spending €30 million at this time is daft? Could he not use his influence in Cabinet to hold what he has and save the money for a better use, rather than trying to spend it just to relocate? Have there been any additional costs as a result of the decentralisation to Newbridge, such as the relocation of staff and ongoing transport costs for people who have to come to Dublin? Is there an onus on personnel to travel to Dublin from Newbridge to hold meetings? What time cost is involved?

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