andMr. Cowen asked the Minister for Local Government if he will sanction the appointment of an architect for the proposed housing scheme in Clonbullogue, County Offaly.

I sanctioned this appointment two weeks ago.

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andMr. Cowen asked the Minister for Local Government if he will sanction (a) the tender for the Shannonbridge housing scheme and (b) the tender for the Shinrone housing scheme, County Offaly.

I have sanctioned the acceptance of these tenders.