asked the Minister for Finance if he will state the position regarding visitors to Trim Castle, County Meath, in view of the fact that a number of tourist associations have been making inquiries in this matter.

Repair works to the external curtain walls at Trim Castle are at present in progress. Visitors are not encouraged while works are being carried out and the entrance is closed except during working hours. Visitors who come during these hours have access to limited areas only and are warned by notice that they enter on the site at their own risk.