Bernard Durkan (Kildare North, Fine Gael)
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Question 122: To ask the Minister for Justice, Equality and Law Reform his proposals for the upgrading of Garda stations here currently deemed to be in need of such facilities; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [46510/09]

Dermot Ahern (Louth, Fianna Fail)
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The programme of replacement and refurbishment of Garda accommodation is based on agreed priorities established by An Garda Síochána. This programme is brought forward in close cooperation with the Office of Public Works, which has the responsibility for the provision and maintenance of Garda accommodation.

Over the past number of years significant investment has been made in An Garda Síochána's accommodation programme. Since 2008 new Garda Stations have been completed in Irishtown, Claremorris, Finglas, Leixlip, Ballymun, Ballymote and Buncrana. In addition, significant refurbishment programmes have been completed at a number of locations throughout the country including, Dunmanway, Granard and Navan. Refurbishment works have also commenced at a number of Stations, including Kilkenny, Delvin, Craughwell, Blanchardstown, Ronanstown, Newbridge and Tuam and additional accommodation has been provided for Gardaí in Tallaght adjacent to the Garda Station. Funding for capital works is a matter for the Office of Public Works with a separate maintenance budget included in the Garda Vote.