10 May 2006

Environment

Leinster Lawns

Ciarán Cuffe asked the Minister for Finance his proposals for the reinstatement of Leinster Lawn, the bulk of which was transformed onto a surface car park on what was apparently a temporary basis for the past several years; and if he will make a statement on the matter.

Minister of State at the Department of the Environment, Heritage and Local Government (Mr. N. Ahern):

Minister of State at the Department of Finance (Mr. Parlon): The reinstatement of Leinster Lawn is currently under review by the Commissioners of Public Works and Oireachtas Authorities. It is planned to restore the Lawn at the earliest practicable time.