Madam Speaker, I wish to inform the House that as already raised under Parliamentary Question B/601, Government is fully apprised of the deteriorated conditions of the steel jetty at the Mahebourg Waterfront, which has been closed for safety reasons and for the urgent needs for its replacement to ensure public safety while supporting tourism and local economic activities. A document detailing the different structural options, currently under consideration for the replacement of the jetty, is being tabled for the benefit of the House. These include various design configuration and materials option suitable for the marine environment. Among these, a reinforced concrete structure is one of the leading options under consideration given its durability, reduced maintenance and long-term cost effectiveness. Madam Speaker, I am further informed that the estimated cost for the replacement project is approximately Rs25 million based on preliminary technical assessment carried out by the District Council of Grand Port. In this regard, provision has been made in the forthcoming financial estimate for an interim allocation of Rs25 million to enable the project to proceed to its preparatory phase in the next financial year. This will cover among others, the appointment of consultants for a detailed design, structure and drawings, the carried out of engineering studies and feasibility assessment and the undertaking of the Environment Impact Assessment and other statutory process as maybe required. These preparatory works will be subject to the approval of the Ministry of Finance and to the necessary clearances from the Ministry of Environment and other authorities. As regards to part (b) of the question, Madam Speaker, the project is presently at its preparatory stage. The commencement of physical works will depend on the finalisation of the selected structures option, completion of all the technical studies and the obtaining of the required statutory approvals. Subject to these approvals and financial clearances, implementation will proceed thereafter in a structured and timely manner. It would be premature at this stage to commit a firm start and completion date. In the meantime, Madam Speaker, I wish to reassure the House that appropriate safety measures remain in place at the Mahebourg Waterfront to ensure public safety pending the implementation of the project.

Thank you. Yes, hon. Apollon!

Thank you, Madam Speaker. Thank you, hon. Minister. I thank you for your answer. Can I make a request for a site visit at the Mahebourg Waterfront to see this eyesore which is being posted every week on social media so that we can give the renovation a priority for the next budget?

Of course, Madam Speaker.

Of course.

We can do a site visit at the convenience of the hon. Member.

The presence of all concerned.

No problem.

Thank you. So sweetly said. Time is up! The Table has been advised that the following PQs, over and above those I have already mentioned, have been withdrawn: B/251, B/279, B/280, B/282, B/283, B/286, B/288, B/289, B/291, B/292, B/294, B/295, B/298, B/299, B/302, B/304, B/305, B/311, B/312, B/314, B/313, and B/317 have been withdrawn. Yes, hon. Prime Minister!