Catherine Murphy (Kildare North, Social Democrats)
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1039. To ask the Minister for Education and Skills the buildings that were purchased by University College Dublin or Trinity College Dublin from 2015 to 2020; the cost per building; and the current status of each building. [30754/21]

Simon Harris (Wicklow, Fine Gael)
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The Deputy will be aware that both University College Dublin and Trinity College Dublin are autonomous bodies with independent Governing Bodies and management structures. Under the 1997 Universities Act, both institutions may purchase or otherwise acquire, hold and dispose of land or other property. The approval of the Minister or the Higher Education Authority (HEA) is not required for such transactions.

However, I have sought the information requested by the Deputy from University College Dublin and Trinity College Dublin. The information provided by the institutions is attached. I can also advise the Deputy that funding was not sought from my Department by either university in respect of the buildings listed.