Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 5 February 2025
588. Deputy Michael Healy-Rae asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage to provide an update with regard to the books of Innisfallen potentially being relocated to Ireland (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [2457/25]
View answerThe National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS), an Executive Agency of my Department, is responsible for managing, maintaining and developing State-owned National Parks and Nature Reserves.
The mission of the NPWS as set out in its Strategic Statement is to “Protect Nature”. As part of this, the NPWS manages the National Parks System in Ireland primarily for nature conservation, education and improving public access for the enjoyment of nature, while paying due regard to the cultural and historical significance of the areas that make up the network of Parks and Nature Reserves.
The NPWS has informed me that the item in question is in the custody of an institution abroad and inquiries have been made at the appropriate level.
It is NPWS policy not to comment publicly on potential acquisitions.
