147. Deputy Aidan Farrelly asked the Minister for Public Expenditure, Infrastructure, Public Service Reform and Digitalisation if he will provide and update in respect of the master plan for the future use and enhancement of a location (details supplied); if a public consultation will be initiated; and if consultancy has been sought in respect of the site. [50184/26]

The OPW is currently finalising a request for tender to appoint consultants to assist in the development of an overall masterplan for the Castletown and Donaghcumper houses and demesnes to consider future uses, conservation requirements and future enhancements.

I can confirm that a public consultation process will be undertaken as part of the of the development of the masterplan.

Consultants have not yet been appointed for this work. It is anticipated that a tender will issue for this work via eTenders, in the coming weeks.