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Written Answers — Department of Arts, Heritage and the Gaeltacht: Heritage Sites (17 Apr 2014)

Jimmy Deenihan: I refer the Deputy to my reply to Question No. 108 of 29 January 2014.

Written Answers — Department of Arts, Heritage and the Gaeltacht: Departmental Funding (17 Apr 2014)

Jimmy Deenihan: I propose to take Questions Nos. 143, 146, 151 and 152 together. I refer the Deputy to my previous responses to Questions on these topics. As the Deputy will recall, responsibility for the promotion of the arts at all levels throughout the country is primarily devolved to the Arts Council. The Arts Council is the principal agency through which State funding is channelled to the arts....

Written Answers — Department of Arts, Heritage and the Gaeltacht: Turf Cutting Compensation Scheme (17 Apr 2014)

Jimmy Deenihan: Progress has been made with a view to the relocation of 7 qualifying turf cutters from Ballynafagh Bog special area of conservation in County Kildare to Timahoe North, County Kildare, which is in the ownership of Bord na Móna. My Department envisages that qualifying turf cutters from Ballynafagh Bog will be able to commence cutting in the relocation site during the 2014 turf cutting...

Written Answers — Department of Arts, Heritage and the Gaeltacht: Job Initiatives (17 Apr 2014)

Jimmy Deenihan: I propose to take Questions Nos. 147, 148 and 154 together. As the Deputy will be aware, my Department operates a range of schemes across the country that contribute to Ireland's economic recovery through funding made available for the support and promotion of arts, culture, film and heritage. Details can be accessed at . A key priority for the Government in the Action Plan for Jobs 2014is...

Written Answers — Department of Arts, Heritage and the Gaeltacht: Heritage Sites (17 Apr 2014)

Jimmy Deenihan: In relation to heritage buildings or sites deemed to be at risk, as referred to previously in my reply to Questions No. 111 and 112 of 29 January 2014, there are a number of ways in which my Department is made aware of possible risk, one of these being the receipt of applications for funding for the repair, conservation, preservation or safeguarding of protected structures, sites or...

Written Answers — Department of Arts, Heritage and the Gaeltacht: Departmental Funding (17 Apr 2014)

Jimmy Deenihan: As the Deputy will recall, my Department was established in June 2011. Details of the annual funding allocation to my Department at subhead level are published in the annual Revised Estimates Volume. Through these subheads, my Department administers and delivers a wide range of programmes and measures, descriptions of which are available on its website at Expenditure under these programme...

Written Answers — Department of Arts, Heritage and the Gaeltacht: National Monuments (17 Apr 2014)

Jimmy Deenihan: Funds are allocated each year within my Department’s capital budget for archaeological works arising out of Office of Public Works projects at national monuments in State care. In 2014, €46,000 has been allocated towards these projects to progress them towards report and/or publication stage. The information and knowledge gleaned from such activities makes a significant...

Written Answers — Department of Arts, Heritage and the Gaeltacht: National Parks Projects (30 Apr 2014)

Jimmy Deenihan: I propose to take Questions Nos. 399 and 410 together. As I indicated in a statement on 14 April 2014, I have no plans whatsoever to sell national parks, which include Killarney National Park, or to privatise the management, preservation or conservation of these parks. At the same time, my Department is always looking at ways to improve the tourism and education dimensions and visitor...

Written Answers — Department of Arts, Heritage and the Gaeltacht: Heritage Centres (30 Apr 2014)

Jimmy Deenihan: I propose to take Questions Nos. 400 and 401 together. As the Deputy is aware, following ongoing discussions between my Department and the Bank of Ireland, the facilitation of a Cultural and Heritage Centre at the Bank of Ireland Branch at College Green, Dublin 2 was recently announced. The Bank of Ireland at College Green is one of the most iconic buildings in Dublin City. It was the...

Written Answers — Department of Arts, Heritage and the Gaeltacht: Flood Damage Repairs (30 Apr 2014)

Jimmy Deenihan: While the site referred to by the Deputy is protected under the National Monuments Acts 1930-2004, it is not in my ownership or guardianship as Minister for Arts, Heritage and the Gaeltacht. Therefore, neither my Department nor the Office of Public Works is responsible for its conservation, repair or maintenance. However, as it is a recorded monument, any proposals for works at the site...

Written Answers — Department of Arts, Heritage and the Gaeltacht: Arts in Education Charter (30 Apr 2014)

Jimmy Deenihan: I propose to take Questions Nos. 404 to 406, inclusive, together. A High Level Implementation Group, chaired by Professor John Coolahan, Professor Emeritus NUI Maynooth, was established to oversee the implementation of the Arts in Education Charter. Its membership includes the Director of the Arts Council, a representative of the Irish World Academy of Music and Dance at the University of...

Written Answers — Department of Arts, Heritage and the Gaeltacht: National Gallery (30 Apr 2014)

Jimmy Deenihan: As the Deputy will be aware, I have no responsibility for the day to day running of the National Gallery. However, I have been informed that part of the major restoration project underway at the National Gallery includes the provision of a new energy centre, which is necessary to provide modern environmental conditions and services in line with best international museum practice. I am...

Written Answers — Department of Arts, Heritage and the Gaeltacht: Badger Population (30 Apr 2014)

Jimmy Deenihan: Under the Wildlife Acts 1976-2012, badgers are afforded the status of protected wild animals. Although they are not listed under the European Union Habitats Directive, they are fauna listed in Appendix III of the Convention on the Conservation of European Wildlife and Natural Habitats (or Bern Convention). Under this Convention, each Contracting Party, including Ireland, must take appropriate...

Written Answers — Department of Arts, Heritage and the Gaeltacht: Flood Prevention Measures (30 Apr 2014)

Jimmy Deenihan: I am advised by Waterways Ireland that the towpath of the Royal Canal is closed to pedestrians between Jones Road and Drumcondra Road at Binns' Bridge due to the collapse of a section of the supporting wall last year. I am also informed that Waterways Ireland has set aside capital funding in this year's Business Plan to enable structural repairs to be undertaken and it is expected that the...

Written Answers — Department of Arts, Heritage and the Gaeltacht: Turbary Rights (30 Apr 2014)

Jimmy Deenihan: Under the voluntary bog purchase scheme administered by my Department individuals with a legal interest in raised bog special areas of conservation or natural heritage areas could apply to sell their interest in these sites at set rates. In May 2010, the then Minister announced the closure of the voluntary bog purchase scheme to new applicants. The purchase of land or a turbary right under...

Written Answers — Department of Arts, Heritage and the Gaeltacht: Seal Culls (30 Apr 2014)

Jimmy Deenihan: There are two species of seal in Irish waters - the Harbour or Common Seal and the more numerous Grey Seal. Both are protected under the EU Habitats Directive. Ireland is obliged to monitor their populations and report on their status every six years. The most recent report submitted to the European Commission in June 2013 is available on the website . Management of seal populations will...

Written Answers — Department of Arts, Heritage and the Gaeltacht: National Monuments (30 Apr 2014)

Jimmy Deenihan: As the Deputy will be aware, Dunsany Cross has been severely damaged to an extent that has required it to be removed from its site for safekeeping. My Department is assessing the options for the repair and future presentation of the Cross and is canvassing expert opinion to identify potential solutions for its long-term care and conservation. In the meantime, the Cross remains in secure...

Written Answers — Department of Arts, Heritage and the Gaeltacht: Gorse Burning (30 Apr 2014)

Jimmy Deenihan: The Wildlife Acts 1976 to 2012 prohibit the cutting, grubbing, burning or destruction of vegetation, with certain strict exemptions, from 1 March to 31 August during the nesting and breeding season for birds and wildlife. Vegetation such as hedgerows and scrub is important as wildlife habitat and needs to be managed in the interests of both farming and biodiversity. I have initiated a...

Written Answers — Department of Arts, Heritage and the Gaeltacht: Film Industry Development (1 May 2014)

Jimmy Deenihan: I propose to take Questions Nos. 100 to 105, inclusive, together. Ireland's bilateral co-production treaty with Luxembourg commenced in June 2013 and is intended to promote closer mutual co-operation in the production of films, TV and animation projects, to enhance the prestige of the audio-visual industries of both countries and to promote relationships between the participating countries. I...

Written Answers — Department of Arts, Heritage and the Gaeltacht: National Monuments (6 May 2014)

Jimmy Deenihan: I have now given approval, under the National Monuments Acts, to the revised designs, submitted by the owners of the national monument at Nos. 14 – 17 Moore Street, for the restoration of the monument buildings and the creation of a commemorative centre to the Leaders of the 1916 Rising on the site. It is now a matter for the monument owners to progress the works.