Malcolm Byrne (Wicklow-Wexford, Fianna Fail)
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181. To ask the Minister for Public Expenditure and Reform for an update on the upgrading of Gorey Garda Station. [54057/25]

Kevin Moran (Longford-Westmeath, Independent)
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The Office of Public Works (OPW) can confirm that there are a number of projects planned for Gorey Garda Station. These projects are:

1. Restoration of the windows - The contract for which has been awarded and works are nearing completion.

2. Cell upgrade works - The tender packages for this project are complete and awaiting approval. These works are expected to commence in quarter 2 2026 following completion of the procurement process

3. Conversion of the existing garage into office space - Plans for this project are currently with An Garda Síochána Estate Management for approval. Once approved, it is anticipated that works will commence following the completion of the cell upgrade project.

4. Maintenance works to the boundary wall - Wexford County Council are expected to carry out drainage works in the rear garden of the adjoining house and approve the transfer of land adjoining the car park. Once this process is complete, maintenance works can commence on the boundary wall.

The commencement/completion dates for the scheduled works are all subject to the final sign off on operational and design requirements by An Garda Síochána.