AQW 49225/11-16 Written question to the First Minister and deputy First Minister

To ask the First Minister and deputy First Minister to detail (i) the number of expressions of interest received for the Shackleton site at Ballykelly that are expected to progress as bids; and (ii) the expected timescale for completion of the sale of the site.

Asked by Claire Sugden MLA on 29 September 2015

  • Answered
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Tabled
29 September 2015
Answer due by
14 October 2015
Answered
30 October 201531 days after tabling
Department
The Executive Office
Priority question
No

Answer

We are determined to ensure the sale of Shackleton will deliver maximum benefits for the North West, including much needed employment opportunities.

The closing date for receipt of proposals for the site was 2 October and seven proposals have been received. It would be inappropriate at this stage to comment on the proposals given the commercially sensitive nature of the sale process.

It is anticipated the sale process will be complete early in 2016.

Official sources