208 Dr. Fitzpatrick asked the Minister for Finance the future prospects for the present staff of the Office of Public Works contract engineering workshops at Jamestown Road, Inchicore; the proposed future development of the property; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [5522/07]

Ownership of the Inchicore premises that is currently occupied by the Central Engineering Workshops has recently been transferred to Dublin City Council in connection with the provision of affordable housing. The Commissioners of Public Works are currently sourcing alternative premises for the Workshops.