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Seanad: Stabilisation of the Public Finances: Statements (5 Feb 2009)

Martin Mansergh: I read it.

Seanad: Stabilisation of the Public Finances: Statements (5 Feb 2009)

Martin Mansergh: Hear, hear.

Seanad: Stabilisation of the Public Finances: Statements (5 Feb 2009)

Martin Mansergh: Never.

Seanad: Stabilisation of the Public Finances: Statements (5 Feb 2009)

Martin Mansergh: I thank Senators for their contributions to this thoughtful and high level debate. As a former Member of this House, I deprecate some of the attacks made on its usefulness, usually by those who take no obvious interest of any type in its proceedings. Among our commentators there is generally interest in the power play and in particular personalities, but there is often insufficient interest...

Written Answers — National Parks: National Parks (10 Feb 2009)

Martin Mansergh: The Iveagh Gardens were laid out as exhibition gardens during the 19th Century, with many unusual and unique garden features such as the Maze, Rosarium, Cascade, the Grottos and the Sunken Archery Grounds. On account of its designation as a National Historic Garden, its size and the fact that it is designed primarily for passive recreation, it is not appropriate that the Gardens should be...

Written Answers — Planning Issues: Planning Issues (10 Feb 2009)

Martin Mansergh: The National Conference Centre (NCC) was procured by means of a Public Private Partnership (PPP). The PPP Consortium, to whom the contract for the NCC was awarded, obtained Planning Permissions for the development from the Dublin Docklands Development Authority.

Written Answers — Communications Masts: Communications Masts (10 Feb 2009)

Martin Mansergh: The Commissioners of Public Works have granted licences to Mobile Phone Operators in respect of more than 200 State Properties of which approximately 180 are Garda masts. The gross revenue from these licences is currently in the region of €4.3 million per annum, of which €3.7 million is generated by the Garda masts.

Written Answers — Flood Relief: Flood Relief (10 Feb 2009)

Martin Mansergh: The Commissioners of Public Works decided last year, in the light of the increased budgetary provision for Flood Risk Management Measures to amalgamate phases 2 and 3 of the River Suir [Clonmel] Flood Relief Scheme in order to expedite the completion of the overall scheme. Phase 1 of the scheme is already well advanced. The Steering Committee, which is overseeing the implementation of the...

Written Answers — Heritage Sites: Heritage Sites (10 Feb 2009)

Martin Mansergh: I propose to take Questions Nos. 203 to 205, inclusive, together. The Heritage Service of the Office of Public Works are responsible for the conservation, maintenance and preservation of about 750 National Monuments in State care and the management and maintenance of more than 20 Historic Properties. Over 60 of these sites are presented to the public with a dedicated guide service. The OPW...

Written Answers — Site Acquisitions: Site Acquisitions (10 Feb 2009)

Martin Mansergh: Negotiations are ongoing with the HSE in regard to the procurement by the Office of Public Works of a site of approximately 2 acres for the construction of a new Garda Headquarters at Portlaoise. The priority accorded to individual projects within the Garda Building Programme is a matter for An Garda Síochána and the Department of Justice, Equality and Law Reform. The construction of...

Written Answers — Site Acquisitions: Site Acquisitions (10 Feb 2009)

Martin Mansergh: The position is that terms have been agreed on the purchase of the site. The contracts for sale are being processed by the respective solicitors, subject to funding.

Written Answers — Architectural Heritage: Architectural Heritage (10 Feb 2009)

Martin Mansergh: The siting of the proposed Visitor Centre at Nenagh Castle has been re-examined, and Consultant Architects submitted a planning application in December 2008. Providing there are no objections and planning permission is granted, invitations to tender for the works could be issued in May 2009, with work commencing later this year, subject to funding. Work on the Keep has commenced with...

Written Answers — Departmental Programmes: Departmental Programmes (10 Feb 2009)

Martin Mansergh: It is a matter for the Courts Service to determine whether construction on this project will commence in 2009.

Seanad: Recapitalisation of Allied Irish Banks and Bank of Ireland: Statements (12 Feb 2009)

Martin Mansergh: I am pleased to present to the House the details of the Government's recapitalisation package for Allied Irish Banks and Bank of Ireland. The recapitalisation of our two largest banks is a central element in the Government's broader strategy for addressing the financial crisis, ensuring our two major financial institutions remain sound and stable and in position to fulfil their vital role in...

Seanad: Recapitalisation of Allied Irish Banks and Bank of Ireland: Statements (12 Feb 2009)

Martin Mansergh: I apologise, my mobile phone went off.

Written Answers — Flood Relief: Flood Relief (17 Feb 2009)

Martin Mansergh: The Office of Public Works, in conjunction with Wexford County Council and Enniscorthy Town Council, has developed outline flood relief proposals for Enniscorthy Town. I formally launched the statutory public exhibition of the proposed scheme in Enniscorthy this morning. The proposals will be on Public Exhibition, as required under the Arterial Drainage Acts, from today, Tuesday, 17...

Written Answers — Flood Relief: Flood Relief (17 Feb 2009)

Martin Mansergh: In relation to Newcastle West, a preliminary study was carried out of the potential vulnerable areas. A flood model is being developed to identify the areas that do not have protection up to the 100-year flood level. This process involves confirming the river cross section by means of a site survey and this has now been completed. Work is planned to commence in May 2009 to construct flood...

Irish Economy: Motion (18 Feb 2009)

Martin Mansergh: I wish to share my time with Deputies Nolan, Dooley, Michael Ahern, Blaney and O'Brien.

Irish Economy: Motion (18 Feb 2009)

Martin Mansergh: The current crisis requires realism and urgency. A sense of fairness is important too, but the acknowledged difficulties in achieving a consensus on how that is to be reflected cannot be an alibi for inaction or delay or for arguing that the responsibility falls on other people, not ourselves. As the chief economist at the Commerzbank in Germany stated in the Financial Times of 14 February,...

Irish Economy: Motion (18 Feb 2009)

Martin Mansergh: If that were to be generously updated, no one paid for or supported by the State would be worth more than €500,000 a year. With regard to bankers in controversy, let the enforcement agencies do their work expeditiously. I would not force out of the country anyone who provides investment and jobs and contributes to Ireland's international success and reputation. However, at this critical...