asked the Minister for Finance whether it is proposed to replace the existing customs station at the Big Bridge, Dundalk, with a new building elsewhere; and, if so, when.

In view of present traffic conditions at Dundalk Road station improved customs facilities are necessary. Replacement of the existing station by a new building elsewhere is desirable and will be undertaken if a more suitable site can be found. Investigations in this regard are being actively pursued but I am not in a position to forecast the outcome at this stage.