Office of Public Works

Tuesday, 18 November 2025

Questions (391)

Emer Currie

Question:

391. Deputy Emer Currie asked the Minister for Public Expenditure, Infrastructure, Public Service Reform and Digitalisation if he will provide an update on the installation of eco-toilet facilities in the Phoenix Park for public use; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [63692/25]

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Written answers

Minister of State at the Department of Public Expenditure, Infrastructure, Public Service Reform and Digitalisation

The Office of Public Works is developing an approach to “off-grid” toilet solutions for the areas of Phoenix Park which would benefit from added toilet facilities. The OPW recognises particularly the benefits they would provide over the current temporary toilet arrangement at the Papal Cross.

The procurement process is due to progress to tender stage by end of Q4 2025. Assessments will be carried out in Q1 2026 with the view to have appointed contractors on site in Q1/Q2 2026 for site works and installation to follow soon after.