AQW 49225/11-16

Ms Claire Sugden
Independent
East Londonderry

Tabled Date: 29/09/2015
Answered On Date: 30/10/2015
Priority Written: No

Question:
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.

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.