§ Lady HermonTo ask the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland what plans he has to assist with the re-opening of the Navan Centre in Armagh. [88804]
§ Angela SmithMy officials have been exploring a range of options that might lead to the re-opening of the Navan Centre. In particular, they remain in close contact with both the current trustees and the representatives of a consortium that is interested in taking over the Centre. A business plan has been tabled, and this is at the centre of discussion.
A number of difficult issues remain to be resolved, but we remain committed to working with these interested parties to see if it is possible to have the Navan Centre reopened.