Mr. Seamus McCarthy:

It would not have been. The cost of extensive works of this nature would not generally be charged to the Department. It would be more likely to be charged for minor maintenance works, such as the repair of light fittings, minor carpentry work, handyman work or some element of craft work. As I understand it, the specification would normally be done by the OPW. I would make a distinction in this regard. While the specification would normally be done by the OPW, as I understand it, there would be a listing of requirements.