Vol. 526 No. 4
315 Mr. Deenihan asked the Minister for Arts, Heritage Gaeltacht and the Islands her plans for the conservation and part restoration of Carrigafoyle Castle, Ballylongford, County Kerry; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [26996/00]
As the Deputy may be aware, Carrigafoyle Castle has been included in the list of works to be undertaken as part of my Department's programme under the national development plan. The proposed works to the castle involve safety works, re-flooring of the small chambers and external re-pointing.
Given the existing commitments of the direct labour force in Dúchas, the heritage service, the major part of this project is likely to be put to tender. Depending on the level of response to tenders, it is expected that works will commence in 2001.
