Michael D Higgins (Galway West, Labour)
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Question 333: To ask the Minister for Finance the position of the renovation and refurbishment of the old courthouse in Oughterard, County Galway; if the moneys promised for this project remain available; the status regarding the renovation of this building; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [26611/06]

Tom Parlon (Laois-Offaly, Progressive Democrats)
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Since its establishment in 1999, the Courts Service has responsibility for the provision, maintenance and management of Court Buildings throughout the country. The Office of Public Works act as agents for the Courts Service. The Courts Service have advised the Office of Public Works that priority is being given to upgrading Courthouses in the county towns as these accommodate High, Circuit and District Court sittings and the Circuit and District Offices.