National Monuments

Thursday, 20 March 2025

Questions (271)

Paul Murphy

Question:

271. Deputy Paul Murphy asked the Minister for Public Expenditure, National Development Plan Delivery and Reform if the OPW will take an initiative to clean up and showcase a recognised national monument (details supplied). [13012/25]

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Written answers

Minister of State at the Department of Public Expenditure, National Development Plan Delivery and Reform

The Office of Public Works (OPW) is responsible for the conservation, maintenance and presentation of some 780 designated National Monuments in State ownership or in the guardianship of the Minister for Heritage.

While the 8th century monastic rampart behind Saint John’s House in Tallaght is a recorded monument, it is not a designated National Monument recognised under the relevant legislation.

As such, it falls outside of the OPW’s remit in terms of conservation and maintenance. The Deputy is advised to contact South Dublin County Council for further assistance in this matter.