Feargal Quinn (Independent)

Some 48 hours ago I accepted an invitation to visit Trim Castle at the request of a local councillor who was very concerned at the building of a new hotel there. I was shocked at what I saw. It is an example of our heritage being desecrated for purely commercial reasons. I was impressed that this morning the cathaoirleach of Meath County Council called for an inquiry into the abuse that occurred. I am not well enough informed about the situation but I am aware that a few months ago concern was expressed in this House when the Centre for Public Inquiry was set up. Its report was published yesterday and has provided a public service by focusing on the abuse of the development process which occurred. I believe the Leader of the House will be inundated with requests for a debate on this matter and it should be high on the priority list for debate.