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

The programme for Government contains a commitment to the Heritage Ireland 2030 plan. There is a historic markethouse building in the middle of Castleblayney in County Monaghan which has had to be sealed off by Monaghan County Council because it has got into such disrepair that it is about to collapse. President Higgins recently unveiled a beautiful statue of Big Tom, which has attracted thousands of visitors and has been a significant boost to the economy in Castleblayney. Monaghan County Council does not have the funds to restore this building and make it safe. Will the Minister for Culture, Heritage and the Gaeltacht please engage with Monaghan County Council to provide the proper support and funding to restore this important building?

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