Dáil debates

Thursday, 13 April 2017

4:10 pm

Photo of Niamh SmythNiamh Smyth (Cavan-Monaghan, Fianna Fail) | Oireachtas source

I thank the Minister of State for his reply. I am specifically addressing the issue of Bailieborough Garda Station because it is almost 18 months since it was first announced. We have heard rumours about where it will be located. Will it be a greenfield site or in the main street of Bailieborough? Can the Minister of State confirm exactly what premises are being considered for the main Garda station? It is the headquarters for the entire east Cavan district covering Ballyjamesduff to Tullyvin. The chosen site will be hugely important because it must be central to the district.

We often see Portakabins being put into school grounds because the existing buildings do not have the capacity to house students and teachers. The same scenario exists in Bailieborough Garda station with gardaí, who are trying to do a good job, housed in Portakabins. Can the Minister of State confirm where the new Garda station will be located?

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