Jimmy Deenihan (Kerry North, Fine Gael)
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Question 141: To ask the Minister for Finance the reason for the delay in selecting a site for the new Garda station in Castleisland, County Kerry; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [29649/04]

Tom Parlon (Laois-Offaly, Progressive Democrats)
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The Commissioners of Public Works are continuing to negotiate for a suitable site for a Garda station in Castleisland. The commissioners identified a number of sites that were regarded as suitable by the Garda Síochana. However, to date, despite extensive negotiations and a number of firm offers, agreement has not been reached on an acceptable price. The prices quoted to date are significantly above the open market value in each case. The commissioners have now identified other sites in the area and have commenced preliminary investigations on their suitability in each case.