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Wednesday, 30 January 2013

Photo of Nicky McFaddenNicky McFadden (Longford-Westmeath, Fine Gael)
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To ask the Minister for Defence if plans are being made for an alternative use of Columb Barracks Mullingar, County Westmeath; if he is in a position to outline those plans; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [4617/13]

Photo of Alan ShatterAlan Shatter (Dublin South, Fine Gael)
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As with previous rounds of consolidation under the Defence Forces modernisation programme, barracks once vacated are being disposed of with the proceeds being used to fund the upgrading of Defence Forces equipment and infrastructure. Since the announcement of the Government decision on barrack closures my Department has written to each Government Department and various agencies and local authorities seeking expressions of interest in acquiring any of the properties including Columb Barracks to benefit the local community as a whole but with particular emphasis on job creation measures. Whilst some discussion has taken place in relation to Mullingar Barracks no substantial progress has been made towards achieving a sale to date. I would of course be happy to discuss with any interested group proposals they may have for the purchase and development of the site for the benefit of the local community.

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