The Office for Public Works spent €336,000 on a bike shelter for 18 bikes, raising concerns over public spending effectiveness and accountability.
Taoiseach Simon Harris emphasized the necessity for careful spending of public funds, highlighting that the matter falls under the Oireachtas’s jurisdiction, not the government.
Minister Eamon Ryan expressed his surprise at the construction cost, stating, 'it seemed incredibly expensive,' and anticipated detailed explanations from the OPW.
Despite the heavy expenses, the OPW maintained that the bike shelter's quality was essential due to its sensitive location, without needing a business case.
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