Results 961-980 of 2,156 for speaker:Tom Parlon

Written Answers — Flood Relief: Flood Relief (28 Sep 2005)

Tom Parlon: I am pleased to inform the Deputy that, in line with my reply to him on 23 March of this year, the proposals for the flood relief scheme for the Munster Blackwater in Fermoy will be placed on formal public exhibition on 14 November 2005, as required by the Arterial Drainage Acts.

Written Answers — Departmental Properties: Departmental Properties (28 Sep 2005)

Tom Parlon: Purchase of the site was completed on 22 August 2005. Completion of the purchase had been subject to the grant of planning permission to the development of a district veterinary office building on the site. The grant of permission to the development was confirmed by Leitrim County Council on 12 May 2005. A changed brief of requirements has been received from the Department of Agriculture and...

Written Answers — Garda Stations: Garda Stations (28 Sep 2005)

Tom Parlon: A revised sketch scheme for a new Garda station at Finglas is with the Department of Justice, Equality and Law Reform for approval. Following approval, planning consultation under Part 9 will commence. It is expected that construction will start in summer 2006.

Written Answers — Departmental Properties: Departmental Properties (28 Sep 2005)

Tom Parlon: The Commissioners of Public Works are currently looking at a number of property solutions to meet the long-term requirements for commercial vehicle testing in Castlebar. The details supplied by the Deputy refer to one of the possible solutions.

Written Answers — Garda Stations: Garda Stations (28 Sep 2005)

Tom Parlon: I am advised by the Commissioners of Public Works that tender documents for improvement works to Tubbercurry Garda station were returned on Monday, 26 September 2005. These are currently being assessed with a view of placing contracts in the very near future. The proposed scheme will include the provision of an emergency escape, wheelchair ramp and steps, new windows and the upgrading of the...

Written Answers — Decentralisation Programme: Decentralisation Programme (28 Sep 2005)

Tom Parlon: The OPW is currently in the process of procuring appropriate properties in the designated locations for the Departments and agencies involved in the Government's decentralisation programme. Property acquisition negotiations are completed or are significantly advanced at more than 20 locations. The total amount committed to date on site acquisition in these locations is approximately €35.7...

Written Answers — Garda Stations: Garda Stations (28 Sep 2005)

Tom Parlon: I propose to take Questions Nos. 532 and 539 together. The Commissioners of Public Works have recently forwarded a revised sketch scheme for the new Garda station at Leixlip, County Kildare to the Department of Justice, Equality and Law Reform and the Garda Síochána. On receipt of their approval, planning permission will be sought under Part 9 of the planning process. It is expected that...

Written Answers — Schools Refurbishment: Schools Refurbishment (28 Sep 2005)

Tom Parlon: An outline scheme to replace the asbestos based roof at the above school has been prepared by the consulting architects commissioned to design and oversee the project. A full report, including budget costs, is expected within the next couple of weeks. Work will commence as soon as possible on completion of the various processes involved, including planning and tendering, but at this stage it...

Written Answers — Flood Relief: Flood Relief (28 Sep 2005)

Tom Parlon: Due to the considerable number of reports, and related issues, currently being dealt with in relation to areas prone to flooding throughout the country as well as reports on general flood policy issues, the Commissioners of Public Works have not yet been in a position to examine the flood relief study relating to Leixlip, County Kildare. The Commissioners are aware of this report and it will...

Written Answers — State Property: State Property (28 Sep 2005)

Tom Parlon: The acquisition of the lands referred to in the letter of 15 July 2005 is at present being reviewed in the context of the County Kildare development plan. The Office of Public Works is hopeful of acquiring these lands.

Written Answers — Public Works Projects: Public Works Projects (28 Sep 2005)

Tom Parlon: Total expenditure of €2.749 million has been incurred to date on the agreed schedule of works for Lucan Demesne. It is expected that the balance of the funding will be spent in 2006-2007 on receipt of the appropriate certification of expenditure from the local authorities involved.

Written Answers — Garda Stations: Garda Stations (29 Sep 2005)

Tom Parlon: Negotiations between the Commissioners of Public Works and Ballymun Regeneration Limited are ongoing with regard to the temporary relocation of Ballymun Garda station.

Written Answers — Departmental Agencies: Departmental Agencies (29 Sep 2005)

Tom Parlon: I have received representations from Deputy Ring on behalf of the person concerned. The matter is under consideration at present and I will inform the Deputy of the position as soon as possible.

Written Answers — State Property: State Property (29 Sep 2005)

Tom Parlon: The property referred to will be disposed of on the open market by the end of the 2005.

Written Answers — Garda Stations: Garda Stations (29 Sep 2005)

Tom Parlon: The Commissioners of Public Works are currently nearing completion of the acquisition of a site in Castleisland for a new Garda station, on behalf of the Department of Justice, Equality and Law Reform.

Report of Comptroller and Auditor General: Motion. (4 Oct 2005)

Tom Parlon: The number is 200,000.

Report of Comptroller and Auditor General: Motion. (4 Oct 2005)

Tom Parlon: The Deputy can ask me. I can stand over everything and I can answer today.

Report of Comptroller and Auditor General: Motion. (4 Oct 2005)

Tom Parlon: Put one down.

Services for People with Disabilities. (4 Oct 2005)

Tom Parlon: I congratulate the Leas-Cheann Comhairle on his long service in the House and share the sentiments expressed by my colleagues in this regard. I am taking this Adjournment matter on behalf of my colleague, the Tánaiste and Minister for Health and Children, Deputy Harney. I thank the Deputy for raising the matter as it provides me with an opportunity to outline to the House the position...

Monaghan General Hospital. (4 Oct 2005)

Tom Parlon: I am taking this Adjournment matter on behalf of my colleague, the Tánaiste and Minister for Health and Children, Deputy Harney. I thank the Deputy for raising this matter as it provides an opportunity to outline to this House the position with regard to the provision of surgical services across the Cavan/Monaghan hospital group. Under the Health Act 2004, the Health Service Executive is...