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Written Answers — Flood Prevention Measures: Flood Prevention Measures (11 Jul 2012)

Brian Hayes: I assure the Deputy that the Office of Public Works engages with local authorities and the general public in relation to flood alleviation measures on an ongoing basis. For minor flood relief measures, it is open to local authorities to submit funding applications to the Office of Public Works under the Minor Flood Mitigation Works Scheme, the purpose of which is to provide funding to local...

Seanad: Architectural Heritage (11 Jul 2012)

Brian Hayes: I thank the Senator for raising this issue and also for the hospitality he afforded me and my colleagues from the OPW on our recent visit to Carlingford. I agree with him on the extraordinary and wonderful heritage infrastructure in place in Carlingford, a relatively small mediaeval town situated in the most beautiful part of County Louth. Its wonderful heritage can be seen in the Dominican...

Seanad: Architectural Heritage (11 Jul 2012)

Brian Hayes: I thank the Senator for his kind remarks and assure him we will make progress on this issue. Carlingford is unique because there is a centre with a very large footfall, as well as wonderful historical sites within walking distance of it. There is no reason existing walking tours, which have been very successfully put together by local heritage groups, could not be extended to include the...

Written Answers — Flood Prevention Measures: Flood Prevention Measures (10 Jul 2012)

Brian Hayes: Following the allocation of funding by the Office of Public Works, Cork County Council appointed consultants in February 2011 to carry out a Study aimed at bringing forward proposals for a flood relief scheme for Skibbereen. The process of establishing the most appropriate solution from the technical, social, environmental and economic perspectives, from the range of potential mitigation...

Written Answers — Flood Prevention Measures: Flood Prevention Measures (10 Jul 2012)

Brian Hayes: In relation to the identification of measures to address flooding issues on a long – term basis, the Office of Public Works is continuing to progress the programme of Catchment Flood Risk Assessment & Management (CFRAM) Studies. The studies will recommend an integrated management plan and prioritised measures to address flood problems in areas where there is significant risk in each major...

Written Answers — Parking Regulations: Parking Regulations (10 Jul 2012)

Brian Hayes: The Office of Public Works has no immediate plans to implement paid parking within Phoenix Park. However the present parking practices pose particular issues for the Park in terms not only of its management, conservation and presentation as a very special historic landscape but also because of the inconvenience posed to users wishing to enjoy the recreational and amenity facilities. The...

Written Answers — Flood Prevention Measures: Flood Prevention Measures (10 Jul 2012)

Brian Hayes: In relation to the identification of measures to address flooding issues on a long – term basis, the Office of Public Works is continuing to progress the programme of Catchment Flood Risk Assessment & Management (CFRAM) Studies, which is due for completion at end 2015 in accordance with the EU Floods Directive. The studies will recommend an integrated management plan and prioritised...

Freedom of Information (Amendment) (No. 2) Bill 2012: Second Stage (6 Jul 2012)

Brian Hayes: I move amendment No. 1: To delete all words after "That" and substitute the following: Dáil Éireann: noting the intention of the Government, as committed in the Programme for Government: — to legislate to restore freedom of information; — to extend its remit to other public bodies including the administrative side of the Garda Síochána, subject to security exceptions; and — to...

Freedom of Information (Amendment) (No. 2) Bill 2012: Second Stage (6 Jul 2012)

Brian Hayes: It is quality time.

Freedom of Information (Amendment) (No. 2) Bill 2012: Second Stage (6 Jul 2012)

Brian Hayes: It will be enacted within nine months.

Freedom of Information (Amendment) (No. 2) Bill 2012: Second Stage (6 Jul 2012)

Brian Hayes: The Deputy's party had a few scandals also.

Written Answers — Tree Remediation: Tree Remediation (5 Jul 2012)

Brian Hayes: OPW has commissioned an urgent report on the condition of the tree from a consultant arborist. Any remedial action required on foot of the report will be undertaken as soon as possible.

Written Answers — Flood Prevention Measures: Flood Prevention Measures (4 Jul 2012)

Brian Hayes: I propose to take Questions Nos. 22 and 43 together. I am very aware of the serious situation in relation to flooding this summer on the Shannon and in the Shannon Callows in particular, and having visited the area myself last year, I am very conscious of the severe impact on both farming and the environment in the area due to flooding. Flooding in the Callows can occur as a result of large...

Written Answers — Coastal Protection: Coastal Protection (3 Jul 2012)

Brian Hayes: An application was submitted by Cork County Council in May, 2012 under the OPW's Minor Flood Mitigation Works & Coastal Protection Scheme for funding to undertake works at the location concerned. Following an examination of the application and supporting documentation, the OPW concluded that the structure that collapsed and adjacent structures are not primarily coastal erosion protection...

Written Answers — Flood Relief: Flood Relief (3 Jul 2012)

Brian Hayes: Discussions are ongoing between the Office of Public Works and Cork County Council regarding the application under the Minor Flood Mitigation Works Scheme for funding to implement flood alleviation measures in the area concerned. A decision on the application will be made in due course.

Written Answers — Sports Facilities: Sports Facilities (3 Jul 2012)

Brian Hayes: Tenders have been received for the first stage of the playground scheme. This comprises civil engineering work such as soil excavation, site preparation and drainage. The Local Authority has also been asked to make a contribution to the cost of this project as is normal in other areas where the OPW develops playgrounds. When Meath County Council has advised us of this, the matter can...

Flood Prevention Measures (28 Jun 2012)

Brian Hayes: I thank the Cheann Comhairle for selecting this matter. I also thank Deputy Cowen for raising the issue. At the outset, I agree with his remarks on the emergency services which did sterling work in parts of the country both last night and this morning to help citizens to deal with the appalling flooding events, particularly in the south west. I agree with him that work needs to be...

Flood Prevention Measures (28 Jun 2012)

Brian Hayes: My understanding is that there is a protocol in place between Waterways Ireland and the ESB. However, we need to quickly establish the veracity of that protocol. The view locally is that it has not worked. I have no difficulty with the OPW being part and parcel of that protocol, if necessary. This is not rocket science. It should be the case that farmers in the Callows area are alerted...

Written Answers — Coastal Protection: Coastal Protection (27 Jun 2012)

Brian Hayes: I propose to take Questions Nos. 93 and 94 together. The Office of Public Works is indeed aware of the vast coastline and erosion issues of County Kerry. The county coastline is approximately 684 km length, of which some 378 km are classified as soft coastline and approximately 108 km have been identified as being at risk from coastal erosion based on previous studies. However, other...

Seanad: European Stability Mechanism Bill 2012: Committee and Remaining Stages (27 Jun 2012)

Brian Hayes: Senators John Gilroy and Thomas Byrne have made the point exactly. It relates to persons acting in an official capacity in so far as he or she is a board member of the ESM. If the former Italian Prime Minister, Mr. Berlusconi, was a member of the board, he would have immunity only for his actions as a board member. It would not apply to anything else, which is the essential point. Senator...