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Construction Contracts Bill 2010 [Seanad]: Second Stage (3 May 2012)

Brian Hayes: That is based on having spent a long time on the Opposition benches.

Construction Contracts Bill 2010 [Seanad]: Second Stage (3 May 2012)

Brian Hayes: I move: "That the Bill be now read a Second Time." As the House is aware, the programme for Government contains a commitment to introduce legislation to protect small building subcontractors who have been denied payments from larger companies. In this regard, I have been working with Senator Feargal Quinn to develop the Construction Contracts Bill as robust legislation. I regard this...

Construction Contracts Bill 2010 [Seanad]: Second Stage (3 May 2012)

Brian Hayes: I hope so.

Construction Contracts Bill 2010 [Seanad]: Second Stage (3 May 2012)

Brian Hayes: It is like divorce law. It is irretrievable.

Leaders' Questions (2 May 2012)

Brian Hayes: Does the Deputy want us to nationalise it?

Written Answers — Public Service Contracts: Public Service Contracts (1 May 2012)

Brian Hayes: The building management contract for Northside Civic Centre was publicly advertised and, following a pre-qualification process, tenders were invited from a number of suitable firms and a contract was placed. The security service was part of the building management service and not a separate tender competition. The management service will be re-advertised and tendered publicly this year. The...

Written Answers — State Properties: State Properties (1 May 2012)

Brian Hayes: The Commissioners of Public Works are currently considering the possibility of granting a deed of waiver to transfer the land in question. Discussions are ongoing with Cork County Council to clarify certain issues before making any decision to grant a deed of waiver to the applicants in this instance. When these discussions are concluded the matter will be finalised.

Written Answers — Land Transfers: Land Transfers (1 May 2012)

Brian Hayes: The Office of Public Works (OPW) has received sanction from the Department of Public Expenditure and Reform to transfer land at Abbey Island, Burial Ground, Derrynane, Co. Kerry to Kerry County Council. OPW is now in correspondence with Kerry County Council and the Office of the Chief State Solicitor in order to finalise the matter. I expect that progress on this can be reported within one month.

Educational Projects (1 May 2012)

Brian Hayes: They will; I can bring the Deputy to one tomorrow.

Written Answers — National Monuments: National Monuments (26 Apr 2012)

Brian Hayes: The Round Tower in Clondalkin is owned by the State. There are no plans to upgrade this historical site to facilitate what would be a limited level of public access. The Office of Public Works (OPW) was requested to improve the appearance of the Tower by replacing existing Perspex windows with a less obtrusive window and to effect improvements to an adjacent gate structure. The work to...

Written Answers — Special Areas of Conservation: Special Areas of Conservation (26 Apr 2012)

Brian Hayes: The Office of Public Works could not undertake the required works in 2011 as planned, as it became aware that the area in question was located in a Special Area of Conservation. The OPW is therefore required to obtain environmental consent from the National Parks and Wildlife Service before commencing the works. Arrangements are in train to secure the necessary consent, which involve the...

Leaders' Questions (26 Apr 2012)

Brian Hayes: What about those leaflets?

Leaders' Questions (26 Apr 2012)

Brian Hayes: A bad day at the office.

Leaders' Questions (26 Apr 2012)

Brian Hayes: Bring back Deputy Joe Higgins.

Flood Relief (25 Apr 2012)

Brian Hayes: I thank the Deputy for giving me the opportunity to address the House regarding the action being taken to deal with flooding and on the activities of OPW to reduce future flood risk. The Office of Public Works was designated by Government as the lead agency to implement the national flood policy and to deliver on the requirements of the EU floods directive dealing with management of flood...

Flood Relief (25 Apr 2012)

Brian Hayes: I thank Deputy Ó Ríordáin for raising this very important matter. I understand the heightened state of fear that exists particularly along the east coast, given the substantial rainfall expected over the next few days and given that last October, this city experienced a flooding calamity in various parts of the city. People are understandably frightened. I wish to assure the Deputy,...

Workplace Deaths (25 Apr 2012)

Brian Hayes: I have been asked to address this matter in the absence of my colleague the Minister for Jobs, Enterprise and Innovation, Deputy Bruton, who is abroad on Government business. The health, safety and welfare of persons at work can be considered a fundamental right for all workers and, as such, is governed by a comprehensive body of primary legislation. The responsibilities on employers and...

Workplace Deaths (25 Apr 2012)

Brian Hayes: I congratulate both Deputies for raising this matter. I suspect most people are not aware that 28 April is a day to mark better health and safety practices in the workplace. I congratulate both of them for raising the matter and highlighting it on the floor of Parliament. They are absolutely correct that there is a responsibility on the Government to respond to a long-standing report which...

Written Answers — Flood Relief: Flood Relief (24 Apr 2012)

Brian Hayes: The Office of Public Works undertakes a number of flood relief initiatives in any year under programmes, which, in some cases, are delivered directly through its own resources and in other cases are delivered in conjunction with other agencies such as local authorities. The principal programmes are: 1. Major Capital Works Schemes 2. Minor Coastal and Non-Coastal Schemes 3. National...

Written Answers — Public Procurement Contracts: Public Procurement Contracts (24 Apr 2012)

Brian Hayes: The National Procurement Service (NPS) in the Office of Public Works has responsibility for initiatives in procurement to achieve efficiencies and value for money for the Irish taxpayer. Since its establishment in 2009, the NPS has made continuous efforts to ensure that Irish Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) are able to take full advantage of the public procurement opportunities that arise...