Paul Kehoe (Wexford, Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

I would be very careful about recommending that the plains be designated as an NHA because we need to avoid over-regulation of the Curragh Plains which is a recreational area where people can enjoy themselves. There is potential for a number of quick wins that do not cost any money by updating the by-laws where necessary for the protection of the Curragh, putting in place processes for the reporting of breaches of any of the by-laws, and working with An Garda Síochána, the local authority and the Defence Forces organisation there.

I believe in the development of facilities in the Curragh Plains for the use of the public. I pass through the Curragh going to Newbridge once a week or once every ten days and I can see how important the Curragh Plains are to the public. I would love to have such a recreational area in my county of Wexford.

I take on board the Deputy's concerns, which will be registered with the Defence Forces. I will come back to the Deputy regarding jockeys riding out.

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