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Written Answers — Department of Culture, Heritage and the Gaeltacht: Special Areas of Conservation (9 Nov 2017)

Heather Humphreys: I propose to take Questions Nos. 135 and 136 together. The Gearagh special area of conservation is a nature reserve in the ownership of the ESB. The ESB has advised my Department that, due to concerns over public health and safety and access for emergency services, a number of damaged and fallen trees on a public walkway within the site had to be removed following the...

Written Answers — Department of Culture, Heritage and the Gaeltacht: Film Industry Tax Reliefs (9 Nov 2017)

Heather Humphreys: My Department in partnership with the Departments of Communications, Climate Action and Environment and Business, Enterprise and Innovation, commissioned an economic analysis of our screen based creative industries including  an examination of the economic impact and potential of the Irish film, TV and animation sector. This Report is being finalised and will make recommendations on...

Heritage Bill 2016 [Seanad]: Second Stage (Resumed) (8 Nov 2017)

Heather Humphreys: We are trying to resolve that.

Heritage Bill 2016 [Seanad]: Second Stage (Resumed) (8 Nov 2017)

Heather Humphreys: I support them.

Written Answers — Department of Culture, Heritage and the Gaeltacht: Built Heritage Investment Scheme (8 Nov 2017)

Heather Humphreys: My role, as Minister, with regard to the protection and management of our built heritage is set out in the provisions of relevant legislation, as are the roles of local authorities and the responsibilities of owners as regards heritage assets. Financial support is delivered by my Department for the protection of heritage buildings under structured schemes which are administered via the local...

Written Answers — Department of Culture, Heritage and the Gaeltacht: National Monuments (8 Nov 2017)

Heather Humphreys: My Department responded to the archaeological submissions in this case a number of weeks ago and is now awaiting receipt of additional particulars sought as part of that response. The case will be dealt with as quickly as possible once the additional information is received.

Written Answers — Department of Culture, Heritage and the Gaeltacht: Hare Coursing Regulation (8 Nov 2017)

Heather Humphreys: While it is my understanding that no trials were held at the club in question on 24 September 2017, there would have been no requirement in any case on the club to publicise such an event. Officials from the National Parks and Wildlife Service of my Department attended trials at the club on 23 September.

Written Answers — Department of Culture, Heritage and the Gaeltacht: Hare Coursing Regulation (8 Nov 2017)

Heather Humphreys: Officials of the National Parks and Wildlife Service of my Department monitored the hare coursing meeting in question.

Written Answers — Department of Culture, Heritage and the Gaeltacht: Departmental Websites (7 Nov 2017)

Heather Humphreys: There is currently no audit being undertaken of my Department's website.

Written Answers — Department of Culture, Heritage and the Gaeltacht: Wildlife Conservation (7 Nov 2017)

Heather Humphreys: The EU Habitats Directive requires Ireland to make a detailed report every six years on the conservation status of all listed species, including the hare. Ireland’s last report in 2013 included a comprehensive assessment of the range, population status, habitat and threats for the Irish hare. The report can be downloaded at . The next report is due in 2019. The 2013 report stated that...

Written Answers — Department of Culture, Heritage and the Gaeltacht: Strategic Communications Unit (7 Nov 2017)

Heather Humphreys: Officials of my Department and I received a presentation from the Strategic Communications Unit of the Department of the Taoiseach at my Department's offices in Kildare Street, Dublin 2, on 11 October last.

Written Answers — Department of Culture, Heritage and the Gaeltacht: Departmental Websites (7 Nov 2017)

Heather Humphreys: The last major development of my Department's website was carried out in 2015 and the cost amounted to €35,178.00. As part of the Government's eGovernment strategy 2017- 2020 the Office of the Chief Information Officer has been working on the development of a Digital Service Gateway - a single digital point where citizens can easily access information about the Government services...

Written Answers — Department of Culture, Heritage and the Gaeltacht: Departmental Websites (7 Nov 2017)

Heather Humphreys: The cost of development and maintenance of my Department's website from 2011 to date in 2017 has been €88,295.

Written Answers — Department of Culture, Heritage and the Gaeltacht: Departmental Staff Data (7 Nov 2017)

Heather Humphreys: There are currently four staff assigned to the Department’s Press Office which is headed by a Press Officer at Assistant Principal Officer level. The Press Officer works closely with the offices of the Minister and Minister of State, while reporting to the Head of Corporate Governance and Services.

Written Answers — Department of Culture, Heritage and the Gaeltacht: Departmental Staff Training (7 Nov 2017)

Heather Humphreys: I am advised that my Department supports the continuous professional development of all Departmental staff and does not distinguish between civil servants and non civil servants. Staff attendance on particular programmes or courses is based on an annual Learning and Development Plan which outlines my Department's key learning and development priorities, based on business needs. As my...

Written Answers — Department of Culture, Heritage and the Gaeltacht: Public Relations Contracts Data (7 Nov 2017)

Heather Humphreys: The information sought by the Deputy in respect of the public relations companies or agencies the services used for information campaigns since 1 January 2017 and associated costs is set out in a table. Year Company Service Provided Cost 2017 Nicholas Quaife Public Relations - Creative Ireland Programme €2,988

Written Answers — Department of Culture, Heritage and the Gaeltacht: Departmental Funding (7 Nov 2017)

Heather Humphreys: All grants allocated and paid by my Department are administered in accordance with the provisions of the Department of Public and Expenditure Reform's Circular 13/2014 on the Management of and Accountability for Grants from Exchequer Funds. My Department also operates a strict oversight and liaison regime in respect of all bodies and organisations in receipt of regular/annual funding, which...

Written Answers — Department of Culture, Heritage and the Gaeltacht: Brexit Issues (7 Nov 2017)

Heather Humphreys: The Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade has responsibility for coordinating the whole-of-Government response to Brexit. In this capacity, he is working closely with his colleagues across Government to address the many challenges resulting. This cooperation also involves the relevant State Agencies. Work at Cabinet level is being prepared through cross-Departmental coordination...

Written Answers — Department of Culture, Heritage and the Gaeltacht: Special Protection Areas Designation (7 Nov 2017)

Heather Humphreys: Ireland, like all Member States, is bound by the requirements of the EU Nature Directives. The Habitats Directive and the Birds Directive aim to ensure the protection of habitats and species which have been selected for conservation within special areas of conservation and special protection areas. The Directives have been transposed into national law under the European Communities (Birds...

Written Answers — Department of Culture, Heritage and the Gaeltacht: Commemorative Events (7 Nov 2017)

Heather Humphreys: The National Famine Commemoration was announced by the then Minister of State for Community, Rural and Gaeltacht Affairs in 2008 at an official reception to complement a community event held in Dublin that day. The inaugural meeting of the National Famine Commemoration Committee was subsequently held in July of that year. Its main tasks were to consider the most appropriate arrangements for...