A note of a site visit in August 2023 said the discovery meant the OPW would need to reexamine the structure of the bicycle shelter and whether any changes were needed.

The report, which was carried out by Deloitte, made three high priority findings and said there was an “absence of some fundamental good practices” for projects like the controversial bike shed.

Paschal Donohoe said while he was not involved in the decision and did not approve the spending, he ‘accepts responsibility’ as a finance minister

Ceann Comhairle Sean O’Fearghail said the cost of the shelter for 18 bikes was ‘a profound embarrassment’ and anger at it was justified.

A breakdown of costs from the Office of Public Works shows that €322,282 was spent on the main construction and installation project.