Enda Kenny (Mayo, Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

The announcement made by the Minister, Deputy Heather Humphreys, is part of the ongoing consultation in respect of the very best things we can do in commemorating not just 1916 but also the decade of events whose centenaries are approaching. That is why she has already announced that the parade in 2016 will be led by relatives of the 1916 leaders. In addition, there will be a State occasion in Dublin Castle the day before to reflect on and honour those who died in 1916, as well as recognising their relatives. The Deputy is also aware of the commitment already under way for the military archives facility in McKee Barracks, the development and restoration of Kilmainham courthouse and the development of the interpretative centre within the GPO, all of which have been funded and are currently under construction. Arrangements have also been made in respect of opening up the Bank of Ireland in College Green to a far greater extent for members of the public.

In addition, there is a division of interest between relatives in respect of how we should develop Moore Street and the area where personnel from the GPO went and where the surrender actually took place outside the Rotunda. We have been trying to work on that issue as part of the consultations that are taking place.

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