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Written Answers — Turbary Rights: Turbary Rights (8 Nov 2011)

Jimmy Deenihan: In May 2010, the voluntary bog purchase scheme was closed to new applicants. Processing of applications on hand has been slower than anticipated due to capacity constraints in undertaking the conveyancing work involved. The time it takes to process applications can also vary depending on the legal complexities involved. With regard to the site referred to in the question, a letter of...

Written Answers — Departmental Bodies: Departmental Bodies (8 Nov 2011)

Jimmy Deenihan: There are currently 14 State bodies/agencies funded from my Department's Vote Group. I should advise the Deputy that the question of the rationalisation and the reduction of State bodies is currently being considered in the context of the Comprehensive Review of Expenditure and the overall budgetary and estimates process for 2012, and decisions on such matters will be made by the Government...

Written Answers — Commemorative Events: Commemorative Events (8 Nov 2011)

Jimmy Deenihan: Following the Taoiseach's invitation to Party Leaders earlier this year, nominations for the Oireachtas Consultation Group on Centenary Commemorations, which includes the 1916 Centenary, were: Mark Daly Aonghus Ó Snodaigh Catherine Murphy Maureen O'Sullivan Kathryn Reilly Mary White This Consultation Group, which is chaired by me, held its first meeting in July and I will shortly be...

Written Answers — National Asset Management Agency: National Asset Management Agency (8 Nov 2011)

Jimmy Deenihan: I refer the Deputy to my answer to Parliamentary Question No 60 of Tuesday 18 October, 2011. I have met the chair and chief executive of NAMA in relation to the potential use of NAMA buildings for cultural purposes. NAMA states that it is required to deal with a range of sensitive financial matters in carrying out its functions and is restricted in regard to the information it may make...

Written Answers — Turbary Rights: Turbary Rights (8 Nov 2011)

Jimmy Deenihan: Earlier this year, the Government announced a compensation package for those affected by the cessation of turf cutting in 53 raised bog special areas of conservation (SACs). The package offers qualifying turf cutters the option of a financial payment of €1,000 per year, index linked, for a period of 15 years or, where feasible, relocation to a non-designated bog where they can continue to...

Written Answers — Turbary Rights: Turbary Rights (8 Nov 2011)

Jimmy Deenihan: The qualifying criteria for the Cessation of Turf Cutting Compensation Scheme, announced earlier this year require that: · the claimant must have a legal interest in a site that is in one of the 53 raised bog Special Areas of Conservation (SACs). This could be through ownership of land or a turbary (turf-cutting) right within one of these designated sites. · the claimant must have been...

Written Answers — Ministerial Appointments: Ministerial Appointments (8 Nov 2011)

Jimmy Deenihan: I propose to take Questions Nos. 306 and 307 together. I wish to advise the Deputy that I have not appointed any former Government office holders to any position under the remit of my Department. In relation to the Deputy's query as to whether any former Government office holders are currently in positions and were appointed by former Governments, I must also advise the Deputy that a former...

Seanad: Common Consolidated Corporate Tax Base (8 Nov 2011)

Jimmy Deenihan: I apologise for the absence of the Minister for Finance, Deputy Noonan, who sends his apologies. I thank Senator Daly for raising this important matter on the floor of the Seanad. Senators will be aware that the proposal for a CCCTB was published on 16 March last. A CCCTB would essentially introduce new common rules for calculating company taxation across the EU and replace the universally...

Seanad: Common Consolidated Corporate Tax Base (8 Nov 2011)

Jimmy Deenihan: We have made our position quite clear. It is obvious from the Minister's reply that we are trying to protect our corporate tax base. It is the main incentive we offer people to set up in Ireland. We cannot compete with countries like India and countries in eastern Europe in terms of pay. If we did not have our corporate tax rate, which is our main advantage, we would not be doing as well...

Seanad: Forbairt Tionsclaíochta (8 Nov 2011)

Jimmy Deenihan: Cuirim fáilte roimh an rún atá curtha síos ag an Seanadóir Ó Clochartaigh. Mar is eol don Seanadóir, tá Arramara Teoranta ag plé le tionscal na feamainne le blianta fada. Bunaíodh an comhlacht i 1947 agus tá feamainn á próiseáil aige i gCill Chiaráin i gConamara ó shin i leith. Bhí an obair chéanna á dhéanamh ar an Mhín Mhór i gContae Dhún na nGall go dtí 2001. Ó...

Seanad: Forbairt Tionsclaíochta (8 Nov 2011)

Jimmy Deenihan: I thank Senator Ó Clochartaigh for bringing this matter before the House. Aramara Teo. is under the full ownership of Údarás na Gaeltachta and I am not directly responsible for it. This is a matter for the údarás. I am, certainly, aware of what is happening and I hope the údarás will find the best possible partner for the company. I understand there is considerable interest in the...

Written Answers — Inland Waterways: Inland Waterways (3 Nov 2011)

Jimmy Deenihan: I am informed by Waterways Ireland that the upgrading of the stretch of canal referred to by the Deputy was to be included as part of a significant redevelopment being considered in the area by Dublin City Council. However, this redevelopment has not proceeded. I am also advised by Waterways Ireland that funding has not been allocated to this project at present. Waterways Ireland will...

Written Answers — Proposed Legislation: Proposed Legislation (3 Nov 2011)

Jimmy Deenihan: The Wildlife (Amendment) Act 2010 made it an offence to hunt a deer with two or more dogs. This legislation had the purpose of banning stag hunting by riders and hounds. I have a broad remit to protect Ireland's wildlife and natural heritage. One of my biggest challenges will be to work towards greater common understanding of the issues we face in protecting our natural heritage. My...

Written Answers — Departmental Expenditure: Departmental Expenditure (3 Nov 2011)

Jimmy Deenihan: As the Deputy will be aware, my Department was established on the 2nd of June 2011. Payroll services are provided to my Department by the Financial Shared Service (FSS) of the Department of Justice and Equality. Currently, 22 of 73 weekly-paid and 40 of 161 fortnightly-paid staff are in receipt of hard copy payslips on an ongoing basis. FSS estimates that the cost associated with issuing...

Written Answers — Departmental Expenditure: Departmental Expenditure (3 Nov 2011)

Jimmy Deenihan: It is not possible to provide the information requested by the Deputy in the time-frame permitted for this Parliamentary Question. I will ensure that the information is sent directly to the Deputy as soon as possible.

Written Answers — EU Directives: EU Directives (26 Oct 2011)

Jimmy Deenihan: The EU Birds Directive requires all Member States to classify the most suitable areas in their territory as Special Protection Areas (SPAs) for the conservation of those bird species listed in Annex I of the Directive and also for regularly occurring migratory species. Included within the network of SPA sites are areas used by birds for breeding, feeding, roosting and wintering. A list of...

Written Answers — Special Areas of Conservation: Special Areas of Conservation (26 Oct 2011)

Jimmy Deenihan: My Department has received some 240 objections to these proposed designations.

Written Answers — Wildlife Protection: Wildlife Protection (26 Oct 2011)

Jimmy Deenihan: The Wildlife Acts require that deer may only be hunted under Ministerial licence. The open season for most deer species is from 1 September to 28 February, depending on the species and gender of the deer. This reflects the conservation needs of the species concerned. Muntjac deer, which are considered an invasive species, can be hunted at any time of the year. Deer can and do cause serious...

Written Answers — Departmental Agencies: Departmental Agencies (25 Oct 2011)

Jimmy Deenihan: I propose to take Questions Nos. 316 to 318, inclusive, and 322 together. The information sought by the Deputy concerning non-commercial bodies/agencies funded from my Department's Vote Group is set out in the following table. The bodies in question are as follows: · National Museum of Ireland · National Library of Ireland · National Gallery of Ireland · National Concert Hall ·...

Written Answers — Departmental Agencies: Departmental Agencies (25 Oct 2011)

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 relevant agencies coming within my Department's ambit to be provided directly to the Deputy as soon as possible.