asked the Minister for Defence if he is aware of the unsatisfactory state of repair of the military barracks in Waterford; if he will indicate the moneys spent in recent years on its upkeep; and if major improvements will be soon undertaken.

Major improvement works at Waterford Barracks are not contemplated. The property is used for the training and accommodation of An Fórsa Cosanta Áitiúil and An Slua Muirí and is considered generally satisfactory for these purposes. Portions of the property have been made available to the Department of Posts and Telegraphs for storage purposes and to Waterford Corporation for Civil Defence purposes.

In recent years over £4,000 has been spent by my Department on maintenance works.