Robert Troy (Longford-Westmeath, Fianna Fail)
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Question 1041: To ask the Minister for Defence if he will make a commitment to ensure that Columbs Barracks, Mullingar, County Westmeath, will hold the World Strongman event, which is due to take place over the August bank holiday. [18339/12]

Alan Shatter (Dublin South, Fine Gael)
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My Department recently received a request for the use of Columb Barracks for the hosting of the World Strong Man competition later this year. The issues relating to the request are currently being examined and I will advise the Deputy of the outcome in due course.

Mattie McGrath (Tipperary South, Independent)
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Question 1042: To ask the Minister for Defence when new accommodation will be provided for the Reserve Defence Forces in Clonmel, County Tipperary, following the recent closure of Kickham Barracks; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [19490/12]

Alan Shatter (Dublin South, Fine Gael)
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Suitable alternative accommodation has been identified for rental in Clonmel town for use by the local Reserve Defence Force Unit. My Department expects to complete the necessary administrative arrangements for the rental of the accommodation shortly.