Ms Clare McGrath:

The most significant works project we have in train is that relating to the property of which we have care, namely, Kilmainham Gaol. We obtained from the Courts Service the courthouse, which adjoins the gaol, and are undertaking substantial works to it. As the Deputy is aware, access to Kilmainham Gaol is restricted because of the fact that there is a single entrance and exit. This leads to people being obliged to queue to gain entry. We are, therefore, developing the adjoining historical property, namely, the courthouse, to enhance access to and increase throughput at the gaol. We are also carrying out works to improve visitor facilities at Kilmainham Gaol. The gaol will be a key element in the commemorations to be held in 2016. This project is the most extensive in which we are involved in terms of works being carried out.

The Deputy inquired about monuments outside Dublin. I point out that those at Arbour Hill, the Garden of Remembrance, Dublin Castle and St. Enda's in Rathfarnham which all come under our care will also be used during the commemoration.

Outside of Dublin, in respect of Pearse's cottage in Rosmuc, County Galway, the Office of Public Works presents the site and the works there will be undertaken by the Department of Arts, Heritage and the Gaeltacht and Údarás na Gaeltachta. Galway County Council is also involved. This is a capital project related to 2016.

In terms of event management, we will be involved, as an organisation, in the event management around formal State events during the course of 2016. All of this is done under the auspices of an interdepartmental group. I understand a Government sub-committee is also overseeing this at various levels. We respond to that in terms of what we our doing on the programme of events.