205. Deputy Catherine Callaghan asked the Minister for Public Expenditure, Infrastructure, Public Service Reform and Digitalisation if the Office of Public Works has plans to restore and reinstate the historic railings at Carlow Courthouse; the stage the project is currently at; whether funding has been allocated for the works and dates for the expected commencement and completion. [67025/26]

I can confirm that the Office of Public Works (OPW) will deliver the project of restoring and reinstating the historic railings at Carlow Courthouse, following approval of the request for professional services received from the Court Service. The project will be funded entirely by the Courts Service.

The project is currently at tender preparation station and is subject to a Part 9 planning process.

Works are expected to commence in Q3 of 2027 with completion expected in Q3 of 2028.

The responsibility for ongoing maintenance and capital development at Carlow Courthouse will remain with the Courts Service.