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Written Answers — National Monuments: National Monuments (3 Nov 2009)

Martin Mansergh: Venues in the Parade Tower and the Duchess Boardroom, Kilkenny Castle can be made available for hire for the purpose indicated. The person in question should contact the Events Manager in Kilkenny Castle to arrange viewings of the venue and discuss terms and arrangements for the hire of the facility.

Written Answers — Drainage Schemes: Drainage Schemes (3 Nov 2009)

Martin Mansergh: The Commissioners of Public Works have no responsibility for maintenance of the River Barrow. Responsibility for the section of the river referred to lies with the Barrow Drainage Board, that is, the Local Authorities in Counties Carlow, Kildare and Laois. Waterways Ireland carries out a certain amount of maintenance of the Barrow in relation to its navigational aspect.

Written Answers — Departmental Properties: Departmental Properties (3 Nov 2009)

Martin Mansergh: In the time available to answer the question, it has not been possible to compile the information sought by the Deputy. However, the information will be compiled shortly and forwarded to the Deputy as soon as possible.

Written Answers — Coastal Protection: Coastal Protection (3 Nov 2009)

Martin Mansergh: The Commissioners of Public Works wrote to Local Authorities in July 2009 requesting them to identify significant coastal erosion issues in their areas, their proposals for dealing with them and the order of priority in which they consider they should be addressed. Waterford County Council did not submit an application for funding at that time. It is intended to invite proposals from Local...

Written Answers — Courts Service: Courts Service (3 Nov 2009)

Martin Mansergh: I propose to take Questions Nos. 379 and 380 together. The provision of Court accommodation is the responsibility of the Courts Service, in accordance with the Courts Service Act, 1998. I have forwarded your specific questions to the Courts Service for direct response to you.

Written Answers — Road Network: Road Network (3 Nov 2009)

Martin Mansergh: I am advised by the Commissioners of Public Works that the bridge in question is a public road bridge and, as such, is the responsibility of Westmeath County Council.

Written Answers — Departmental Properties: Departmental Properties (5 Nov 2009)

Martin Mansergh: The cost of the site in question was €4.5 million. It was purchased from Killarney Town Council. I am advised that by the Commissioners of Public Works that the purchase followed best practice. The price was consistent with the price of land in the area at the time of the transaction.

Written Answers — Flood Relief: Flood Relief (5 Nov 2009)

Martin Mansergh: As a result of the Commissioners of Public Works inviting submissions from Local Authorities for funding of coastal protection works in 2009, Kerry County Council submitted four projects for funding. Each Local Authority was requested to prioritise the projects included in their submission. The Office of Public Works (OPW) has reviewed all projects submitted and, following a qualitative...

Written Answers — Flood Relief: Flood Relief (5 Nov 2009)

Martin Mansergh: The Commissioners of Public Works approved funding to Kerry County Council for funding to investigate the flooding problems at Glenfesk and Sneem. The carrying out of the studies is a matter for the Council.

Written Answers — Architectural Heritage: Architectural Heritage (5 Nov 2009)

Martin Mansergh: The buildings were occupied by the Department of the Environment, Heritage and Local Government staff and subsequently vacated to allow for works to be undertaken, after which they would re-occupy. The Office of Public Works (OPW) appointed a design team, who developed a sketch scheme that is ready to be submitted for planning permission. Progress on this is subject to funding from the...

Written Answers — Decentralisation Programme: Decentralisation Programme (10 Nov 2009)

Martin Mansergh: A number of key projects were identified as priority elements of the decentralisation programme in the Government announcement of 14 October 2008. The construction of a new headquarters building in Portlaoise for the Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food, in conjunction with a new headquarters for the Department of Education and Science in Mullingar, and a new decentralised office...

Written Answers — Garda Stations: Garda Stations (10 Nov 2009)

Martin Mansergh: The former Garda Barracks at Barrack Street, Castlecomer, Co. Kilkenny is being assigned to the Affordable Housing Initiative, as per Government Decision S205511 of 15 April 2008.

Written Answers — Flood Relief: Flood Relief (11 Nov 2009)

Martin Mansergh: The Office of Public Works (OPW) has spent €44.8 million in implementing the Flood Relief Scheme for the River Nore in Kilkenny City. This compares very favourably with the benefits associated with the Scheme, which are estimated to be in the order of €120 million, and have been calculated using an internationally recognised methodology. The cost associated with the construction of the...

Written Answers — Departmental Offices: Departmental Offices (11 Nov 2009)

Martin Mansergh: The matter raised by the Deputy is currently under investigation by the Office of Public Works. I will write to the Deputy as soon as the results of the investigation are to hand.

Written Answers — Garda Stations: Garda Stations (11 Nov 2009)

Martin Mansergh: A full reply to this question will be given today by the Minister for Justice, Equality and Law Reform, Parliamentary Question No. 205 refers.

Seanad: National Asset Management Agency Bill 2009: Report and Final Stages (11 Nov 2009)

Martin Mansergh: I will respond to the points made as briefly as I can. To respond to Senator Callely's point, which is not strictly on the amendment, there will be no change in the rights and obligations of the debtor under NAMA than had been the case with the participating institution. Section 35 provides that NAMA, within three months of the establishment day, is to prepare codes of practice for approval...

Seanad: National Asset Management Agency Bill 2009: Report and Final Stages (11 Nov 2009)

Martin Mansergh: I am taking the amendments together. It is standard practice to include a provision requiring the chief executive officer and chairman of a State agency to refrain from inquiring into or commenting on the merits of a policy or policies of the Government or a Minister of the Government or the merits of the objective of such policy or policies. Therefore, this legislation is no different in...

Seanad: National Asset Management Agency Bill 2009: Report and Final Stages (11 Nov 2009)

Martin Mansergh: I do.

Seanad: National Asset Management Agency Bill 2009: Report and Final Stages (11 Nov 2009)

Martin Mansergh: The equivalent of Committee of Public Accounts Standing Orders are being extended to the committee dealing with NAMA. The Minister's view is that the point made in the Labour Party amendment is adequately covered by the text already in the legislation. There are, in particular in regard to a body like NAMA, important confidence issues which cannot be disregarded. These apply to institutions...

Seanad: National Asset Management Agency Bill 2009: Report and Final Stages (11 Nov 2009)

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