Peter Burke (Longford-Westmeath, Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

I again thank Deputy Durkan for his outline of this serious situation for an important State amenity. I was struck by the figures, the visitations, the traffic and the number of people who use the amenity and see great value in it. I know it is close to the Deputy's heart, and I have heard him raise it a number of times in this House and with Ministers in the current Government. We absolutely have to find a solution to this issue. I understand the Deputy was in discussions with the chairperson of the OPW as well on this issue, and we have to find a resolution. I will relay Deputy Durkan's comments back to the Minister of State, Deputy O'Donovan, and hopefully a solution can be found. It is an important State amenity that should be treasured and people should be able to see the value and get to experience it, which is so important for their community.

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