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Written Answers — Department of Arts, Heritage and the Gaeltacht: Wildlife Protection (13 Jan 2016)

Heather Humphreys: It is my intention that by amending the Wildlife Acts, managed hedge cutting can be allowed under strict criteria during August to help ensure that issues such as overgrown hedges can be tackled. This is a matter of genuine concern to rural dwellers and farmers.I am keenly aware that we must ensure that this should not impact upon our populations of wild birds, including yellowhammers and...

Written Answers — Department of Arts, Heritage and the Gaeltacht: Genealogical Services (13 Jan 2016)

Heather Humphreys: The website www.irishgenealogy.ie,which operates under the auspices of my Department, contains the Indexes to the Civil Records of Irish Births, Deaths and Marriages dating from 1864, with non-Roman Catholic Marriages recorded from 1845. Section 27 of the Civil Registration (Amendment) Act 2014 provides for public online access to register entries in respect of: - births more than 100...

Written Answers — Department of Arts, Heritage and the Gaeltacht: Living Wage (13 Jan 2016)

Heather Humphreys: While, as Minister for Arts, Heritage and the Gaeltacht, I have no statutory role in relation to either the Living Wage, nor the National Minimum Wage, I can confirm that my Department adheres to all relevant public procurement guidelines and that suppliers and service contractors to my Department are required to confirm that they have taken account of their statutory and legal obligations...

Written Answers — Department of Arts, Heritage and the Gaeltacht: Freedom of Information Fees (17 Dec 2015)

Heather Humphreys: In 2014, fees and charges totalling €708 were received by my Department in respect of requests made under the Freedom of Information Act 2014 and its antecedent legislation. In 2015, fees and charges totalling €232 have been received to date.

Written Answers — Department of Arts, Heritage and the Gaeltacht: Ministerial Staff (17 Dec 2015)

Heather Humphreys: I presume the Deputy is referring to appointments that are coterminous with my own term of office as Minister and those of the Ministers of State at my Department. Details of such appointments at my Department, including the role title and the salary scale in each case, are set out in the following tables. For completeness, I would point out that both Ministers of State at my Department also...

Written Answers — Department of Arts, Heritage and the Gaeltacht: Turf Cutting Compensation Scheme Applications (17 Dec 2015)

Heather Humphreys: An application for compensation under the cessation of turf cutting compensation scheme has been received by my Department from the individual referred to in the Deputy’s Question. I am advised that a payment of €1,500 in respect of Year 1 of 15 (2012), €1,518 in respect of Year 2 of 15 (2013), €1,521 in respect of Year 3 of 15 (2014). The qualifying criteria for...

Written Answers — Department of Arts, Heritage and the Gaeltacht: Legislative Process RIA (17 Dec 2015)

Heather Humphreys: Since its establishment in June 2011, my Department has published the following Bills: - Irish Film Board (Amendment) Bill 2011 (since enacted as the Irish Film Board (Amendment) Act 2011); - Bille na Gaeltachta 2012/Gaeltacht Bill 2012 (since enacted as the Acht na Gaeltachta 2012/Gaeltacht Act 2012); - Wildlife (Amendment) Bill 2012 (since enacted as the Wildlife (Amendment) Act 2012); and...

Written Answers — Department of Arts, Heritage and the Gaeltacht: Film Industry (17 Dec 2015)

Heather Humphreys: My Department has received no proposals in this regard.

Written Answers — Department of Arts, Heritage and the Gaeltacht: Recreational Angling Sector (17 Dec 2015)

Heather Humphreys: My Department is currently considering the management arrangements in respect of Beat 3 of the River Laune, Killarney and a response will issue in due course.

Written Answers — Department of Arts, Heritage and the Gaeltacht: Architectural Heritage (17 Dec 2015)

Heather Humphreys: The final phase of works to the House began in early January 2014 and the works, including the new extension, are now substantially complete. Work is also nearing completion with regard to the landscaping of the grounds and ornamental gardens, with planting expected to be concluded during Spring 2016. The interpretation/exhibition phase of the project is also advancing. I expect that the...

Written Answers — Department of Arts, Heritage and the Gaeltacht: National Parks Projects (17 Dec 2015)

Heather Humphreys: As the Deputy will be aware, my Department was established on 2 June 2011. Since 2011, my Department has expended almost €400,000 on works to roads within Killarney National Park, including: - €26,666 (inclusive of VAT) on repairs to a roadway in the Killarney Demesne area, from the Deenagh Lodge to the White Bridge; - €175,000 (inclusive of VAT) on repairs to roadways...

Written Answers — Department of Arts, Heritage and the Gaeltacht: National Parks and Wildlife Service Remit (17 Dec 2015)

Heather Humphreys: I propose to take Questions Nos. 742 and 743 together. With regard to relocating the metal structures referred to by the Deputy, I have asked officials of my Department to engage with the jarveys with a view to resolving this matter early in the New Year. In relation to the issue of the road safety for passengers and jarveys crossing the N22, I understand that this is a matter in the...

Written Answers — Department of Arts, Heritage and the Gaeltacht: Architectural Heritage (17 Dec 2015)

Heather Humphreys: My role as Minister for Arts Heritage and the Gaeltacht with regard to the protection and management of our architectural heritage is set out in the provisions of relevant legislation, as are the role of local authorities and the responsibilities of owners as regards heritage assets. Part IV of the Planning and Development Act 2000, as amended, provides for the protection of architectural...

Written Answers — Department of Arts, Heritage and the Gaeltacht: Waterways Ireland Expenditure (17 Dec 2015)

Heather Humphreys: The Ulster Canal is approximately 93 kms (58 miles) in length. It links the south west corner of Lough Neagh with the south east corner of Upper Lough Erne and passes through or close to Counties Tyrone, Fermanagh and Armagh in Northern Ireland and Counties Monaghan and Cavan in Ireland. It passes through a number of towns and villages, including Monaghan and Clones. The cost estimate...

Written Answers — Department of Arts, Heritage and the Gaeltacht: Appointments to State Boards (17 Dec 2015)

Heather Humphreys: I am advised that, since the establishment of my Department in June 2011, 118 appointments have been made to State boards under the aegis of my Department (not including reappointments). I am further advised that 49 vacancies were publicly advertised through various media. In addition, 36 vacancies are currently advertised, or have recently been advertised, via the Public Appointments Service on .

Written Answers — Department of Arts, Heritage and the Gaeltacht: Appointments to State Boards (17 Dec 2015)

Heather Humphreys: I am advised that, since the establishment of my Department in June 2011, Chairpersons have been appointed to nine State boards under the aegis of my Department. Eight of these Chairpersons appeared before the Joint Committee on Environment, Culture and the Gaeltacht. In the remaining case, the Chairperson appointed did not appear before the Committee as the appointment was made on an interim...

Written Answers — Department of Arts, Heritage and the Gaeltacht: Commencement of Legislation (17 Dec 2015)

Heather Humphreys: The information sought by the Deputy in respect of those Acts for which I have lead responsibility is set out in the following table. Title of Act Details and Purpose of those Section(s)/Part(s) and other relevant information Wildlife (Amendment) Act 2000 Section 36, which relates to the regulation of the activities of commercial shoot operators. National Cultural Institutions (National...

Written Answers — Department of Arts, Heritage and the Gaeltacht: Living Wage (17 Dec 2015)

Heather Humphreys: I am advised that, based on current staffing and pay levels, the estimated additional annual cost of introducing an hourly wage of €11.50 for all employees, employed both directly in my Department and in agencies under its aegis and who are not already paid that amount or more, would be in the order of €160,000.

Written Answers — Department of Arts, Heritage and the Gaeltacht: EU Directives (16 Dec 2015)

Heather Humphreys: Ireland, like all EU Member States, is bound by the requirements of the EU Habitats and Birds Directives. These Directives ensure the protection of endangered habitats and species, which have been selected for conservation within Special Areas of Conservation or Special Protection Areas. These Directives have been transposed into Irish law, primarily through the European Communities (Birds...

Written Answers — Department of Arts, Heritage and the Gaeltacht: Flood Prevention Measures (16 Dec 2015)

Heather Humphreys: I understand that the Deputy may be referring to a proposal to develop a flood alleviation scheme on the River Deel. This Scheme is being developed by the Office of Public Works (OPW). The proposed development is located within and adjacent to a European site and various protected habitats and species therein are protected under Irish and European law, including the Freshwater Pearl Mussel. ...