Alan Dillon (Mayo, Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

I know the Minister is deeply committed to delivering increased numbers of student accommodation. It is crucial we get careful planning and management to ensure such student accommodation is fit for purpose, meets the needs and is supported by ample public transport. Rental prices are at an all-time high and it is making it extremely difficult for students.

I encourage that the application that was submitted by ATU for the old military barracks in Castlebar be given careful consideration. It is a vacant barracks in the centre of Castlebar and would make an enormous contribution to the town centre. That money should be invested in such projects to entice people into the area and support ATU and its offerings.

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