Construction workers are preparing to carry out roof renewal works on 14-17 Moore Street in Dublin to preserve the buildings.

The second phase of works have been authorised by the High Court and the public will see a significant rise in activity on the site.

Minister for Arts, Heritage, Regional, Rural and Gaeltacht Affairs, Ms Heather Humphreys TD, said: "I am conscious that the hoarding to the front of the buildings is causing an inconvenience for the Moore Street traders. While the works must be undertaken with great care and precision, I am anxious that the works should be completed as speedily as possible to allow the hoarding and scaffolding to be taken down, so normal trading conditions can be restored."

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The 'Plunkett' shop sign has been removed temporarily to facilitate scaffolding. It will be carefully stored with a view to being re-incorporated into the completed project.

The internal fabric of the buildings is being protected as part of the works, and as much original material as possible is being preserved for reinstallation. The works are being carried out under the supervision of expert conservation architects and are being overseen by the Chief Archaeologist and architects from the Minister's own Department.

(CD/MH)