Pat Rabbitte (Dublin South West, Labour)
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Question 242: To ask the Minister for Finance the reason for delay in the refurbishment of the Garda station at Tallaght, Dublin 24; when the works are expected to be complete; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [11143/07]

Tom Parlon (Laois-Offaly, Progressive Democrats)
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The Commissioners of Public Works operate the Garda Accommodation programme from a prioritised list provided by the Department of Justice, Equality and Law Reform and the Garda Authorities. Financial resources are set aside based on planned works arising from this list.

The Garda Authorities have sanctioned approval to upgrade the mechanical and electrical systems to the cell area and also to upgrade the public office area of the existing station. Tender documents are being prepared with a view to placing a contract in the near future.

Pat Rabbitte (Dublin South West, Labour)
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Question 243: To ask the Minister for Finance the Government's plans to build a new Garda station or otherwise acquire accommodation for Gardaí in Tallaght, Dublin 24; when this new accommodation is expected to be available; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [11144/07]

Pat Rabbitte (Dublin South West, Labour)
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Question 251: To ask the Minister for Finance if it is the intention of the Government to provide new accommodation for Gardaí at Tallaght, Dublin 24; the arrangement that is expected to be involved; when this new accommodation is expected to be available; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [11140/07]

Pat Rabbitte (Dublin South West, Labour)
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Question 252: To ask the Minister for Finance if it remains the intention of the Government to replace the existing Garda station at Tallaght, Dublin 24; his plans in regard to the provision of accommodation for Gardaí there; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [11141/07]

Pat Rabbitte (Dublin South West, Labour)
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Question 253: To ask the Minister for Finance if the Government are contemplating a partnership arrangement to replace the Garda station at Tallaght, Dublin 24; when new accommodation will be available; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [11142/07]

Tom Parlon (Laois-Offaly, Progressive Democrats)
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I propose to take Questions Nos. 243 and 251 to 253, inclusive, together.

The Commissioners of Public Works are reappraising the site of the existing Garda Station at Tallaght with a view to maximising the development potential for the State. Planning is now underway for a major development of the site to include all Garda requirements for Tallaght and a new Courthouse. It is expected that a Part 9 planning process will be initiated shortly.