John Dennehy (Cork South Central, Fianna Fail)
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Question 663: To ask the Minister for the Environment, Heritage and Local Government the position regarding proposals for the development of the former Irish Steel site in Haulbowline, particularly in view of the site's potential in terms of employment and the creation of tourism-related opportunities; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [6533/06]

Dick Roche (Wicklow, Fianna Fail)
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It is not yet possible to finalise firm proposals for the future development of the former Irish Steel site. There is obvious and interesting development potential at the in the event that viable solutions are available to deal with any contamination or structural issues which could constrain future uses.

My Department has been mandated by Government to have a suitable site investigation carried out to inform consideration of future development options. The on site aspect of that investigation concluded last autumn and most of the factual data has now been collated. My Department expects the interpretative reports from the consultants in the coming weeks, following which strategic directions in relation to the future of the site will be considered.