Fergus O'Dowd (Louth, Fine Gael)
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112. To ask the Minister for Rural and Community Development if she will provide details in respect of discussions with Louth County Council to progress or develop a new public library in Dunleer, County Louth; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [45047/22]

Heather Humphreys (Cavan-Monaghan, Fine Gael)
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The provision of library services, including the provision of library buildings, is primarily a matter for local authorities in their capacity as library authorities under the Local Government Act 2001. Accordingly, the development of a new public library in Dunleer is first and foremost a matter for Louth County Council.

As the Deputy may be aware, Louth County Council have been exploring options for the improvement of library services in Dunleer as a result of increased usage and membership.

Louth County Council has been in correspondence with my Department regarding potential premises for the provision of library services in Dunleer. However, due to commercial sensitivities it would not be appropriate for me to provide further details.

I wish to assure the Deputy that my Department will continue to engage with Louth County Council on this matter.