Simon Harris (Wicklow, Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

I respectfully suggest that we should allow the discussions between the Garda, the OPW and Dublin City Council to conclude. This will then enable them to prepare for planning with a view to bringing forward planning in 2024 potentially. This is the window or timeframe that we potentially have. Of course it will be important that local communities are updated and kept engaged and informed on the rationale and benefits of this project. Having the city council as a partner is very advantageous in this regard. Certainly the discussion on the existing Coolock station can be a part of this discussion in terms of the local needs and the views of the council and, therefore, the community in this regard. This is ultimately about delivering a major new project for Deputy Ó Ríordáin's community. It is a project that will be the divisional headquarters for the area. It could also be home to additional specialist training facilities that can only be good for community gardaí. It will be future-proofed in terms of having room for expansion. I am happy to keep Deputy Ó Ríordáin informed once I know the outcome of the discussions.

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