Denis Naughten (Roscommon-South Leitrim, Fine Gael)
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Question 281: To ask the Minister for the Environment, Heritage and Local Government if he will respond to correspondence (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [47280/08]

John Gormley (Dublin South East, Green Party)
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A reply to the correspondence referred to in the Question, dealing with the nomination of Clonmacnoise for inscription as a World Heritage Site, has recently issued from my Office. The preparation of a draft Management Plan for Clonmacnoise is nearing completion, and will then be made publicly available. Members of the Oireachtas, local public representatives, interest groups and the general public will accordingly have an opportunity to make submissions on the draft Plan. In addition, it is envisaged that a number of seminars will be organised to facilitate the public consultation process. My Department will ensure that sufficient time is made available for consultation prior to any formal nomination for inscription being made to UNESCO.