Fiona O'Loughlin (Kildare South, Fianna Fail)
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90. To ask the Taoiseach and Minister for Defence further to Parliamentary Question No. 33 of 24 September 2019, when works will commence on refurbishing the existing accommodation; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [45158/19]

Paul Kehoe (Wexford, Fine Gael)
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I am pleased to advise the Deputy that site works on this project have commenced and are expected to be completed by mid 2020. This project involves the upgrading and refurbishment of the existing accommodation in Plunkett Block 7 for 58 personnel to modern standards.

Robert Troy (Longford-Westmeath, Fianna Fail)
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91. To ask the Taoiseach and Minister for Defence the civilian positions which are available at Custume Barracks, Athlone; and if there is a vacancy for a painter and decorator at the facility. [45166/19]

Paul Kehoe (Wexford, Fine Gael)
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Civilian employees are employed to support the operational capability of the Defence Forces and work in military installations. Recruitment of such employees is an on-going process, with vacancies being identified and filled on a priority basis following engagement with the military authorities.

There is currently a civilian position for a Craftworker (Carpenter) vacant in Custume Barracks. The closing date for receipt of applications has recently passed and interviews for the position are expected to be held in the coming weeks. My Department has not been advised of any vacancy for a painter and decorator in Custume Barracks at this time.