Jimmy Deenihan (Kerry North-West Limerick, Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

I understand that Fáilte Ireland is currently developing a heritage trail. I have no problem with arranging a briefing for Opposition spokespersons and anyone else who may be interested. A number of briefings have been provided by the developer, my departmental officials and staff of the National Museum, including to the all-party Oireachtas 1916 centenary committee. I will arrange for an additional briefing for Deputy Ó Fearghaíl.

As we were not happy with the notice, we asked the developer to publish another notice including all the information required to allow people to respond. As soon as that process is complete I will proceed with the final environmental impact assessment. This will involve an examination of the developer's environmental impact statement and the other observations that have been made. It is my function to make a decision which I will then take to the Cabinet. The process has not been delayed by my Department. We had to follow a certain procedure but due to the European Court of Justice judgment the developer had to produce an environmental impact statement. We are complying with all the regulations and ensuring that proper procedures are followed.

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