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Written Answers — Department of Arts, Heritage and the Gaeltacht: Freedom of Information Requests (21 Jul 2016)

Heather Humphreys: The total number of requests received under the Freedom of Information Act by my Department in 2016 to date is 79, of which 14 are currently active. The position in relation to the 65 requests that have been completed to date is set out in the following table. Requests made Requests Complete Granted in full 16 Granted in part 16 Refused 17 Withdrawn 16 Total 65

Written Answers — Department of Arts, Heritage and the Gaeltacht: Ministerial Travel (21 Jul 2016)

Heather Humphreys: The information sought by the Deputy, relating to Ministerial travel on official business relating to my Department is set out in the following table. - Minister Heather Humphreys Minister of State Joe McHugh Minister of State Michael Ring - Kilometres Claimed Travel Expenses Paid Kilometres Claimed Travel Expenses Paid Kilometres Claimed Travel Expenses Paid 1 January 2016 to 10 March...

Written Answers — Department of Arts, Heritage and the Gaeltacht: Ministerial Advisers Remuneration (21 Jul 2016)

Heather Humphreys: Since my appointment as Minister on 6 May 2016, I have appointed two special advisers, Sarah Meade and Pauric McPhillips. Both advisers are paid at the relevant Principal Officer (Standard Scale) rate in accordance with the standard arrangements put in place by the Department of Public Expenditure and Reform. Mr McPhillips, who began in the role this year, is paid at the first point of the...

Written Answers — Department of Arts, Heritage and the Gaeltacht: Hen Harriers Threat Response Plan (16 Sep 2016)

Heather Humphreys: I propose to take Questions Nos. 935 and 969 together. The Inter-Departmental Steering Group working on the development of the Hen Harrier Threat Response Plan was established in July 2014 and has now met on eight occasions. The main issues of land uses and the recovery of the hen harrier population have been investigated and discussed by the Steering Group and with the stakeholder...

Written Answers — Department of Arts, Heritage and the Gaeltacht: Deer Culls (16 Sep 2016)

Heather Humphreys: Wild deer in the State are protected under the Wildlife Acts. There is an annual open season during which deer can be legally shot under licence. The open season for deer operates generally from 1 September to the last day of February, depending on the species and gender of deer. My Department carries out localised annual deer counts on State lands such as National Parks and I am aware that...

Written Answers — Department of Arts, Heritage and the Gaeltacht: Leader Programmes Funding (16 Sep 2016)

Heather Humphreys: Funding under the LEADER programme is not allocated on the basis of electoral areas. LEADER funding for the 2007-2013 programming period was provided through individual Local Action Groups for the areas identified in their local development strategies. Funding under the LEADER 2014-2020 programme is allocated to sub-regional areas. Table 1 below details the funding provided from 2011 to 2015...

Written Answers — Department of Arts, Heritage and the Gaeltacht: Harbours and Piers Development (16 Sep 2016)

Heather Humphreys: Harbour development projects may be eligible for funding under the LEADER 2014-2020 Programme, depending on the nature of the investment concerned. Applications for support for LEADER funding must be compatible with the actions outlined in the approved Local Development Strategy in the LEADER areas concerned, and comply with the Operating Rules and EU Regulations in place for the programme....

Written Answers — Department of Arts, Heritage and the Gaeltacht: Wildlife Protection (16 Sep 2016)

Heather Humphreys: There are two species of seals in Irish waters - the Harbour or Common Seal and the more numerous Grey Seal. Both are included in a list of species protected under the EU Habitats Directive. Consequently, Ireland is obliged to monitor and report on their status, including in relation to their population, every six years. The most recent such report was completed in 2013 and can be accessed...

Written Answers — Department of Arts, Heritage and the Gaeltacht: Capital Expenditure Programme (16 Sep 2016)

Heather Humphreys: Following a Government decision in December 2014, it was agreed that Ireland would submit a nomination for the European Capital of Culture 2020. On 15thJuly 2016 Galway was selected as the successful city by an independent expert European panel. As part of that Government decision of December 2014, it was noted that indicative Government support of the order of €15m, subject to such...

Written Answers — Department of Arts, Heritage and the Gaeltacht: Commission for the Economic Development of Rural Areas (16 Sep 2016)

Heather Humphreys: The Report of the Commission for the Economic Development of Rural Areas (CEDRA) was published in April 2014. Initiatives that have emerged to date that can be directly related to the recommendations contained in the CEDRA report include the Rural Economic Development Zones (REDZ) pilot initiative in 2015, the Town and Village Renewal Scheme which I launched recently, and other smaller...

Written Answers — Department of Arts, Heritage and the Gaeltacht: Leader Programmes Funding (16 Sep 2016)

Heather Humphreys: The original allocation for the LEADER elements of the Rural Development Programme 2007-2013 was approximately €400m. The LEADER budget for the 2014-2020 Rural Development Programme is €250m. LEADER funding for the 2007-2013 programming period was provided through individual Local Action Groups for the areas identified in their local development strategies and therefore was not...

Written Answers — Department of Arts, Heritage and the Gaeltacht: Wildlife Regulations (16 Sep 2016)

Heather Humphreys: The Birds Directive is implemented in Ireland under the Wildlife Acts and the European Communities (Birds and Natural Habitats) Regulations 2011. Under the terms of the Directive, all Member States of the EU are bound to take measures to protect all wild birds and their habitats. Under Article 9(a), Member States may derogate in the interests of public health and safety; air safety; to...

Written Answers — Department of Arts, Heritage and the Gaeltacht: Departmental Expenditure (16 Sep 2016)

Heather Humphreys: I propose to take Questions Nos. 949 to 951, inclusive, together. No credit cards were issued to Ministers or Ministers of State in my Department in the period in question. Details regarding the number of credit cards held by officials in my Department and the amounts spent in 2014 and 2015 are set out in the following table. No interest was paid in either year. The controls in place to...

Written Answers — Department of Arts, Heritage and the Gaeltacht: Architectural Heritage (16 Sep 2016)

Heather Humphreys: My Department has not received an application for funding in respect of St. Felim’s Workhouse. My role, as Minister for Arts, Heritage, Regional, Rural and Gaeltacht Affairs, with regard to the protection and management of our architectural heritage, is set out in the provisions of relevant legislation, as are the role of local authorities and the responsibilities of owners as regards...

Written Answers — Department of Arts, Heritage and the Gaeltacht: National Monuments (16 Sep 2016)

Heather Humphreys: The work referred to by the Deputy was undertaken by my Department in accordance with applicable procedures and in the context of proposals for extensive conservation works to the facades of the buildings, including any necessary repairs to long-damaged pointing, brickwork and capstones. The removal phase referred to was effected as part of an approved scheme of essential interim...

Written Answers — Department of Arts, Heritage and the Gaeltacht: Heritage Council (16 Sep 2016)

Heather Humphreys: The Heritage Council, which is funded by my Department, is committed to promoting education, knowledge and pride in, and facilitating appreciation and employment of our heritage. The Heritage in Schoolsscheme is one of many heritage programmes supported by the Heritage Council. Last year my Department provided €205,730 for the Heritage in Schools scheme to support the work of the...

Written Answers — Department of Arts, Heritage and the Gaeltacht: National Cultural Institutions (16 Sep 2016)

Heather Humphreys: I propose to take Questions Nos. 957 and 958 together. The Programme for a Partnership Governmentcontains a number of important commitments in relation to the cultural sector. These include a commitment to work to progressively increase funding to the arts and the cultural sector as the economy continues to improve and to prioritise the publication of Culture 2025, the first national...

Written Answers — Department of Arts, Heritage and the Gaeltacht: Digital Archiving (16 Sep 2016)

Heather Humphreys: Digitisation is a powerful tool to create new ways for people to interact with their cultural heritage. In recognition of the importance of the digitisation, the draft Framework Policy document Éire Ildánach/Culture 2025 has Responding to the Digital Age as one of its seven pillars. I forwarded the document to the Joint Oireachtas Committee on Arts, Heritage, Regional, Rural and...

Written Answers — Department of Arts, Heritage and the Gaeltacht: Arts Funding (16 Sep 2016)

Heather Humphreys: Private support for the arts is an important funding source and the Government continues to support this through tax incentives and other initiatives. The Programme for a Partnership Government contains a commitment to encourage strong, mutually beneficial links between the business community and the arts community to assist arts organisations to capitalise on sponsorship opportunities and...

Written Answers — Department of Arts, Heritage and the Gaeltacht: Rural Development Programme (16 Sep 2016)

Heather Humphreys: I propose to take Questions Nos. 961 and 962 together. In 2015, the then Government announced plans for a fund of €30 million over a six year period for a Town and Village Renewal scheme. The current Government acknowledges the importance of town and village renewal as a way to revitalise rural Ireland and has included a commitment in the Programme for a Partnership Government to...