Paschal Donohoe (Dublin Central, Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

The Deputy referred to other projects and I want to be outline the position on these in the interest of clarity. With regard to the urban beach project, my ministerial consent is not required. Similarly, it is not required for developments for the cruise facilities. My consent is required for the diaspora centre and I have already told the Deputy my views on St. Michael's pier. These are the various building blocks of the key projects that are under way.

On the Deputy's broad question on whether I am happy with Dún Laoghaire Port, the team in the port, let alone my Department, is facing great challenges and is working hard to come up with a plan for the sustainable development of the port. That is why I meet the team regularly.

On the questions the Deputy asked, I am very confident that the company is extremely clear about my views on the future development of the port, where my consent is needed and the role of my Department in projects the port is considering. I am satisfied that the company is very clear on the feedback and on how we will seek to work together in the future.

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