134 Mr. McHugh asked the Minister for Transport the progress made in relation to decentralisation (details supplied) in County Galway; the number of people seeking transfer; the site of the new offices; the progress being made on provision of a building; the completion date for the new building; and the date on which the transfer will be complete. [5908/07]

The decentralization of the National Roads Authority (NRA) has not been identified by the Decentralization Implementation Group as an early mover. 90 posts have been identified for decentralization and the NRA has 66 external applicants and 1 internal applicant. Implementation issues, including the identification of accommodation are being pursued, by the Agency itself and the OPW is actively seeking potential sites in Ballinasloe.

135 Mr. McHugh asked the Minister for Transport the progress made in relation to decentralisation (details supplied); the number of people seeking transfer; the site of the new offices; the progress being made on provision of a building; the completion date for the new building; and the date on which the transfer will be complete. [5909/07]

Work is well advanced on this move to Loughrea in respect of both Departmental and Road Safety Authority staff. 50 posts have been identified for decentralization. There are 18 internal Department applicants and 72 external applicants from other Departments and agencies. The address of the new offices is Clonfert House, Bride Street, Loughrea, Co. Galway. The building was formally handed-over to the Office of Public Works this month and the transfer of staff is expected to be completed by end of quarter three 2007.