Shane Ross (Dublin Rathdown, Independent) | Oireachtas source

I think "seizing control" is emotive language of the kind I might have used when I was sitting in the Deputy's seat but which I would not use from here. The Deputy can be assured that I understand and share his impatience. I also share his views about the doubtful nature of some of the schemes that have been put forward such as cruise terminals. In respect of where the funding for such a project would come from, I believe a sum of between €15 million to €20 million would be involved. I do not think that is necessarily a very realistic project for Dún Laoghaire. I have heard of others that sound somewhat exotic but are probably not particularly profitable. It is certainly the policy of my Department that it should be an amenity area. I guarantee that I will look into the situation involving the Genealogical Society of Ireland as soon as possible and probably report back to the Deputy privately. I can do it in the House if he likes but it would probably be quicker to do it privately.

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