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Seanad: Adjournment Matters: Heritage Sites (18 Nov 2014)

Heather Humphreys: In regard to the rooms, I am sure there will be no problem with some of them being named after some of the-----

Seanad: Adjournment Matters: Heritage Sites (18 Nov 2014)

Heather Humphreys: They will contain some of their furniture.

Seanad: Adjournment Matters: Heritage Sites (18 Nov 2014)

Heather Humphreys: Yes. While I am not familiar with the exact details, I imagine that will be the case. I do not see any problem with what the Senator suggests. The Department has a vision of what the house, its ornamental grounds and gardens will become. I am confident that we can optimise the potential of Killarney House as a top-class visitor and tourism centre, while respecting its status as a heritage...

Seanad: Adjournment Matters: Heritage Sites (18 Nov 2014)

Heather Humphreys: We will pay attention to the golden gates.

Seanad: Adjournment Matters: Heritage Sites (18 Nov 2014)

Heather Humphreys: In 2011, my Department announced a major refurbishment programme for Killarney House and its ornamental grounds and gardens and it was a pleasure to visit Killarney House some weeks ago. This is a major project for my Department and involves collaboration with the Office of Public Works as project managers and Fáilte Ireland which has committed funding of €5.2 million under its...

Estimates for Public Services 2014 - Vote 33 - Department of Arts, Heritage and the Gaeltacht (Supplementary) (18 Nov 2014)

Heather Humphreys: I move:That a supplementary sum not exceeding €1,000 be granted to defray the charge which will come in course of payment during the year ending on the 31st day of December 2014, for the salaries and expenses of the Office of the Minister for Arts, Heritage and the Gaeltacht, including certain services administered by that Office, and for payment of certain subsidies, grants and...

Written Answers — Department of Arts, Heritage and the Gaeltacht: Wildlife Protection (18 Nov 2014)

Heather Humphreys: The Departments represented on the Hen Harrier Threat Response Plan Steering Group were asked to nominate relevant stakeholders for inclusion on the Consultative Committee. The nomination of appropriate representatives for agricultural stakeholders is a matter for the Department of Agriculture, Food and Marine. However, it should be noted that the Consultative Committee will not be the only...

Written Answers — Department of Arts, Heritage and the Gaeltacht: Killarney House (18 Nov 2014)

Heather Humphreys: The staffing requirements for Killarney House and Gardens, as with all other areas of my Department, will remain the subject of ongoing consideration in light of the overall business needs and within the pay framework approved for 2015.

Written Answers — Department of Arts, Heritage and the Gaeltacht: Departmental Staff Rehiring (18 Nov 2014)

Heather Humphreys: Since its establishment in June 2011, my Department has brought back three of its retired civil servants on contract work or temporary contracts. For the sake of completeness, I would also state that as, previously advised to the House, one of my predecessor's special advisers was in receipt of a public service pension and was paid an abated salary accordingly.

Written Answers — Department of Arts, Heritage and the Gaeltacht: Turf Cutting Compensation Scheme Payments (18 Nov 2014)

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 payments of €1,500 in respect of Year 1 of 15 (2012) and €1,518 in respect of Year 2 of 15 (2013) have been made to this applicant. In addition, a once-off payment of...

Written Answers — Department of Arts, Heritage and the Gaeltacht: National Gallery (18 Nov 2014)

Heather Humphreys: Work is continuing on the major restoration project at the National Gallery of Ireland. The project will include the repair and restoration of the fabric of the Dargan and Milltown Wings, infill of the voids between the wings and the installation of 21st century climate, heating, fire suppression and lighting systems amongst other things. The Office of Public Works, the National Gallery of...

Written Answers — Department of Arts, Heritage and the Gaeltacht: Commemorative Events (18 Nov 2014)

Heather Humphreys: I can confirm to the Deputy that I secured an amount of €4 million in the Budget for 2015 to allow for the roll out of an integrated plan focused on commemorating the centenary of the 1916 Rising. This is in addition to the capital provision of €22 million that will be allocated in 2015 to a number of flagship projects, including the development of a permanent exhibition space...

Seanad: Adjournment Matters: Autism Support Services (13 Nov 2014)

Heather Humphreys: I will ensure that the Senator's contribution outlining the benefits of RPM is brought to the attention of the Minister, Deputy Jan O'Sullivan. I will raise it with her.

Seanad: Adjournment Matters: Autism Support Services (13 Nov 2014)

Heather Humphreys: I thank the Senator for raising this matter which I am taking on behalf of my colleague, the Minister for Education and Skills, Deputy Jan O'Sullivan. I advise him that the Department's policy is to promote a child-centred approach to the education of all children with special educational needs, including those with autism. Autism is a spectrum disorder and each child will have individual...

Seanad: Commemoration Planning: Statements (13 Nov 2014)

Heather Humphreys: I have met a number of groups. I join Senator Mac Conghail in remembering Dr. Brian Farrell. I concur with the Senator on the importance of the expert group, which is making a great contribution and provides a fair and balanced analysis. These commemorations do not belong to the Government or the Opposition; they belong to the Irish people. I want to engage communities throughout the...

Seanad: Commemoration Planning: Statements (13 Nov 2014)

Heather Humphreys: In the spirit of inclusiveness, I want to work with everybody to have an appropriate and respectful commemoration in 2016. It is a very important event in our history and it was in that spirit of inclusiveness that we set out the overarching plan to which people can contribute. It is important that people get involved because it is not about any particular individuals, groups or parties; it...

Seanad: Commemoration Planning: Statements (13 Nov 2014)

Heather Humphreys: I thank Senators for their thoughtful, considered and constructive contributions. I appreciate their openness and sincerity in the course of what has been a very informative debate. It is somewhat apt that 16 Senators have contributed. I thank Senator Daly for his kind comments. He and Senator White are members of the all-party Oireachtas working group on commemorations. Senator Daly's...

Seanad: Commemoration Planning: Statements (13 Nov 2014)

Heather Humphreys: I thank the Leas-Chathaoirleach for his good wishes. I am very pleased to have the opportunity to discuss the commemorations with the Members and to inform them of the Government's plans to mark the 100th anniversary of the 1916 Rising. When the Taoiseach appointed me to the position of Minister for Arts, Heritage and the Gaeltacht in July, he gave me responsibility to lead the 1916...

Committee on Environment, Culture and the Gaeltacht: Select Sub-Committee on Arts, Heritage and the Gaeltacht: Estimates for Public Services 2014
Vote 33 - Arts, Heritage and the Gaeltacht (Supplementary) (13 Nov 2014)

Heather Humphreys: As a briefing note has been provided for the committee on the proposed Supplementary Estimate, I intend to make only a short opening statement so as to allow an opportunity to discuss issues members may wish to raise. I am pleased to have the opportunity to present the Supplementary Estimate to the committee. Its principal purpose is to facilitate the reallocation of savings under subhead...

Written Answers — Department of Arts, Heritage and the Gaeltacht: Turf Cutting Compensation Scheme Applications (13 Nov 2014)

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. This scheme does not involve the sale of land or turbary rights held by the applicant. I am advised that payments of €1,500 in respect of Year 1 of 15 (2011), €1,500 in respect of Year 2 of...