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Written Answers — Departmental Agencies: Departmental Agencies (21 Feb 2012)

Jimmy Deenihan: I wish to advise the Deputy that information in relation to board appointments and remuneration can be accessed on the websites of each of the bodies funded from my Department's Vote group. I trust that the Deputy will appreciate that it is not appropriate for me to divulge the personal details and arrangements of the pensions of persons serving on these boards.

Written Answers — Special Areas of Conservation: Special Areas of Conservation (16 Feb 2012)

Jimmy Deenihan: Since 1999, my Department has operated a voluntary bog purchase scheme under which sites in designated bogs have been purchased by the Department at agreed rates. In May 2010, this scheme was closed to new applicants. Mouds Bog in County Kildare is designated as a raised bog special area of conservation. Under the voluntary bog purchase scheme, my Department has purchased freehold title to...

Written Answers — Departmental Staff: Departmental Staff (16 Feb 2012)

Jimmy Deenihan: The Deputy will appreciate that it is not possible to provide the information requested within the constraints imposed by a 'details supplied' Question. I am, however, arranging for the available information in relation to the profile of staff salaries in my Department and those agencies coming within my Department's ambit to be provided directly to the Deputy as soon as possible.

Written Answers — Turbary Rights: Turbary Rights (16 Feb 2012)

Jimmy Deenihan: The individual referred to in the Deputy's question has applied to sell her interest in land in a raised bog special area of conservation under the Voluntary Bog Purchase Scheme, which is administered by my Department. A letter of offer for the purchase of the land had issued from my Department. However, no contracts for sale have been signed. I am advised that processing of applications...

Written Answers — Turbary Rights: Turbary Rights (16 Feb 2012)

Jimmy Deenihan: In 2010, the then Government decided that turf cutting should come to an end on raised bog Natural Heritage Areas at the end of 2013. However, the current Programme for Government contains an undertaking to review the situation with regard to turf cutting on Natural Heritage Areas. On 15 April 2011, the Government made a number of decisions in relation to turf cutting in Ireland, including...

Written Answers — Designated Areas: Designated Areas (15 Feb 2012)

Jimmy Deenihan: I assume that the Deputy's Question refers to the six Special Protection Areas (SPAs) that have been specifically selected for the Corncrake in Donegal. My Department has issued written acknowledgements in respect of some 261 valid objections received in relation to the proposed designation of these sites. Each of these objections will be considered on its own merits. Objectors will be...

Written Answers — EU Presidency: EU Presidency (15 Feb 2012)

Jimmy Deenihan: My Department is actively involved in the ongoing preparations for Ireland's Presidency of the Council of Ministers of the European Union in 2013, including in relation to events both on the European and wider international stage in the lead up to, and during, the Presidency. To this end, an EU Presidency steering group has been established in my Department, which reports to me on a regular...

Written Answers — Departmental Expenditure: Departmental Expenditure (15 Feb 2012)

Jimmy Deenihan: My Department was established on 1 June 2011 and the Deputy will appreciate that it only feasible, therefore, to provide the information requested from that date. Accordingly, I can confirm that my Department has not incurred any costs in relation to legal advice or legal services since 1 June 2011.

Written Answers — Environmental Policy: Environmental Policy (14 Feb 2012)

Jimmy Deenihan: There are two species of seals in Irish waters - the harbour or common seal and the more numerous grey seal. While seals are protected under the Wildlife Acts, licences may be obtained under section 42 of the Wildlife Act to hunt seals where damage is being caused. Licences are issued in response to specific applications and each application is considered on its merits. This redress is...

Written Answers — Environmental Policy: Environmental Policy (14 Feb 2012)

Jimmy Deenihan: Wild deer in the State are protected under the Wildlife Acts. There is an annual open season during which deer can be legally shot under licence. The open season for deer operates generally from 1 September to 28 February, depending on the species and gender of deer. I am aware that deer species are increasing in range and numbers. My Department carries out localised annual deer counts on...

Written Answers — Environmental Policy: Environmental Policy (14 Feb 2012)

Jimmy Deenihan: Officials of my Department monitor compliance with the Wildlife Acts across the country on an ongoing basis and carry out patrols and site visits to enforce the various provisions of these Acts as required. They also investigate reports of breaches of the Acts. Members of An Garda Síochána are also empowered under the Acts to investigate alleged offences and to prosecute, if they see fit....

Written Answers — Architectural Heritage: Architectural Heritage (14 Feb 2012)

Jimmy Deenihan: I propose to take Questions Nos. 370 and 371 together. Under the provisions of the Planning and Development Act 2000 regarding architectural heritage, each planning authority is required to include in its development plan a Record of Protected Structures (RPS), which includes all structures or parts of structures in their functional areas which, in their opinion, are of special architectural,...

Written Answers — National Monuments: National Monuments (14 Feb 2012)

Jimmy Deenihan: I propose to take Questions Nos. 372 to 374, inclusive, and 380 together. I refer to the reply to Question No. 83 on 31 January 2012. To facilitate consideration of the consent application submitted under the National Monuments Acts in respect of the proposed development of the monument site, the applicant has been asked by my Department, following consultation with the National Museum of...

Written Answers — Departmental Staff: Departmental Staff (14 Feb 2012)

Jimmy Deenihan: The information requested by the Deputy is available on my Department's website at www.pobail.ie.

Written Answers — Ministerial Appointments: Ministerial Appointments (14 Feb 2012)

Jimmy Deenihan: The information requested by the Deputy (as conveyed to my Department by the relevant bodies), is contained in the table. Name of Body Appointments to the board since 9th March 2011 Remuneration/Board fees National Gallery of Ireland Fred Krehbiel Not in receipt of fees. National Concert Hall Kieran Tobin (Chair)Dearbhla CollinsJohn McGraneLaurie CearrGina MenziesBruce ArnoldMargaret...

Written Answers — Coastal Protection: Coastal Protection (14 Feb 2012)

Jimmy Deenihan: While some preliminary discussions have taken place between my Department and the Irish Coast Guard, no formal application has been received in relation to the provision of a site for a new coast guard station. Planning permission has been granted in relation to the provision of terminal buildings at Cluain Leacht an Abba, An Cloigeann, Co. Galway and a new management contract for the...

Written Answers — Turbary Rights: Turbary Rights (14 Feb 2012)

Jimmy Deenihan: In April 2011, the Government announced a redress package for those affected by the cessation of turf cutting on raised bog special areas of conservation. This Cessation of Turf Cutting Compensation Scheme offers qualifying turf cutters the option of a financial payment of €1,000 per year, index linked, over 15 years or, where feasible, relocation to non-designated bogs, where they can...

Written Answers — Turbary Rights: Turbary Rights (14 Feb 2012)

Jimmy Deenihan: Mount Hevey Bog is situated approximately 4 kilometres north-east of Kinnegad, in the townlands of Cloncrave, White Island, Aghamore, Kilwarden and Kilnagalliagh. The site comprises raised bog, which is listed under Annex I of the European Union Habitats Directive, and has been designated as a special area of conservation (SAC). Mount Hevey Bog is one of 24 raised bog SACs affected, from the...

Written Answers — Turbary Rights: Turbary Rights (14 Feb 2012)

Jimmy Deenihan: I assume that the Deputy is referring to peat bogs in County Mayo that have been designated for protection as Natural Heritage Areas (NHAs) under the Wildlife (Amendment) Act 2000 or as Special Areas of Conservation (SACs). These are set out in the Table. The relevant legislation also regulates certain uses of these bogs, including turf extraction. Turf extraction may also be subject to...

Written Answers — Departmental Staff: Departmental Staff (14 Feb 2012)

Jimmy Deenihan: No payments of the types described by the Deputy are being made from the Exchequer to any senior public servant who has retired from my Department beyond any accrued pension entitlements. No such payment is sanctioned or planned by my Department.