Donohoe embarrassed by bike shed cost and accepts responsibility [Video]

PASCHAL DONOHOE HAS said he is “embarrassed” by and finds it “regrettable” that more than €330,000 was spent on a bike shelter on the grounds of Leinster House.

The Minister for Public Expenditure said that while he was not involved in the decision and did not approve the spending, he “accepts responsibility” as a finance minister.

There has been widespread outrage after it was revealed that the glass-covered shelter was approved by the Office of Public Works (OPW) at a cost of €336,000.

A breakdown of the costs from the OPW shows €121,194.29 alone was spent on manufacturing, supply and installation.

Speaking on The Group Chat on Virgin Media Television, Donohoe said he understands the anger among the public.

Asked if he found it embarrassing for the government and regrettable that a large amount of public money was spent on a bike shed, Donohoe said: “Of course, I do absolutely.

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