Barry Cowen (Laois-Offaly, Fianna Fail) | Oireachtas source

I should have mentioned that this would also advance the project relating to the high cross at Durrow Abbey and the commitment made by the Office of Public Works to advance that offering as an attraction. However, it cannot be progressed while the existing road infrastructure is in place. It is also awaiting progress on this matter. That should also be part of the consideration of the State's commitment to the facility.

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