Bernard Durkan (Kildare North, Fine Gael)
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660. To ask the Tánaiste and Minister for Justice and Equality the number and location of Garda stations throughout the country deemed to need refurbishment; her plans for same; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [7150/21]

Helen McEntee (Meath East, Fine Gael)
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As the Deputy will be aware, the Garda Commissioner is by law responsible for the management and control of An Garda Síochána and for the effective and efficient use of Garda resources, including all Garda stations. Further, the Office of Public Works (OPW) has responsibility for the provision and maintenance of Garda accommodation. Works in relation to Garda accommodation are therefore progressed by the Garda authorities working in close cooperation with the OPW.

I am informed by the Garda authorities that the information provided in the table below sets out projects that were in development at 22 December 2020. I have requested an up to date report from the Garda authorities which I will furnish to the Deputy once I receive it.

I am advised that the details provided focus on works of a more substantial nature that seek to replace a Garda Station, construct a new Garda Station or make a significant enhancement to the Station by way of full refurbishment or enlargement of the facility, having regard to the funding available and the competing priorities on accommodation within the Garda estate.

The details below do not outline the work conducted to maintain Garda Stations across the country or the more minor upgrade works that take place on a regular basis.