Richard Bruton (Dublin North Central, Fine Gael)
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Question 270: To ask the Minister for the Environment, Heritage and Local Government if he is considering the development of any support scheme for skateboarding on a pilot basis; if his attention has been drawn to the financial difficulties which skateboarding park (details supplied) are experiencing; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [9598/05]

Dick Roche (Wicklow, Fianna Fail)
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On 20 February 2005, I announced my intention to introduce a new initiative to provide, on a pilot basis, facilities for teenagers, such as skateboard parks. My Department is developing this proposal and I intend to announce specific details as soon as possible. I am aware that several local authorities, including those in the Dublin area, are already developing proposals for skateboard parks. I have, however, no information regarding the specific park referred to in the question.