Brendan Griffin (Kerry, Fine Gael)
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134. To ask the Minister for Public Expenditure and Reform his views on a matter (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [49836/18]

Paschal Donohoe (Dublin Central, Fine Gael)
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The 2012 and 2013 policing plans for An Garda Síochána identified 139 Garda stations for closure including the former Garda Station referred to by the Deputy. Many of these properties reverted to the Office of Public Works (OPW) to identify an alternative State use or manage their disposal.

In 2016, An Garda Síochána/Policing Authority undertook a review of the closed Garda Stations. In late 2017, the preliminary review initially identified six stations for re-opening.

The final Review by the Policing Authority is expected to conclude at the end of this year. Following the publication of this review at the end of the year, in consultation with An Garda Siochana, the OPW will be in a position to determine the future uses of the former Garda Stations, including this specific property.