AQW 8065/22-27 Written question to the Minister for Communities
To ask the Minister for Communities, pursuant to AQO 38/22-27, to detail the business case for Ballycopeland Windmill, Millisle.
Asked by Connie Egan MLA on 4 March 2024
- Answered
- Written
- Tabled
- 4 March 2024
- Answer due by
- 20 March 2024
- Answered
- 14 March 202410 days after tabling
- Department
- Department for Communities
- Priority question
- No
Answer
The Business Case is still being finalised. Officials in Historic Environment Division (HED) have gathered data to test options:
Engage USEL to operate the site;
Contract with an alternative operator; or
Close and repurpose the facility for alternative use.
The Business Case is taking into account the previous investment in the Windmill and, alongside the heritage merits, the wider DFC objectives involved in the promotion of and support for employment for those with disabilities. The preferred option has yet to be established. A decision may remain subject to confirmation of budget for 24/25.