Results 461-480 of 2,156 for speaker:Tom Parlon

Written Answers — Garda Stations: Garda Stations (27 Sep 2006)

Tom Parlon: It is expected that the Garda station will have relocated to interim accommodation by the end of this year. The Commissioners expect to proceed with the tendering process for a new Garda station in Buncrana in the first quarter of 2007.

Written Answers — Flood Relief: Flood Relief (27 Sep 2006)

Tom Parlon: Detailed design of the Munster Blackwater (Fermoy North) Scheme commenced in June of this year. A contract has been placed to undertake detailed site investigations and this work will commence shortly. The Office of Public Works intend to seek a contractor to undertake the civil engineering works in December 2006/January 2007 with a view to commencing construction works in the first half of...

Written Answers — Flood Relief: Flood Relief (27 Sep 2006)

Tom Parlon: A meeting between the OPW valuer and the claimant's valuer has been arranged for Thursday 28th September, to discuss the case with a view to negotiating an early and mutually acceptable settlement of the claim, if possible.

Written Answers — Departmental Meetings: Departmental Meetings (27 Sep 2006)

Tom Parlon: I am advised by the Commissioners of Public Works that the meeting is likely to be held within the next few weeks.

Written Answers — Decentralisation Programme: Decentralisation Programme (27 Sep 2006)

Tom Parlon: I propose to take Questions Nos. 516 and 517 together. The voluntary nature of decentralisation has been a central feature of the programme both from its inception and in ongoing discussions with staff and their respective unions. With particular regard to the OPW professional and technical staff it has been stated that imaginative solutions to the issues raised may need to be explored,...

Written Answers — Decentralisation Programme: Decentralisation Programme (27 Sep 2006)

Tom Parlon: Expenditure incurred to date on the proposed new headquarters for the Office of Public Works (OPW) in Trim amounts to €4.8m. This includes the cost of site acquisition, site surveys, archaeological investigations, design services, etc. As the procurement process for the proposed new headquarters is still in progress it is not possible, at this early stage, to furnish an estimate of the...

Written Answers — Traffic Management: Traffic Management (27 Sep 2006)

Tom Parlon: A comprehensive Traffic Management Study for the Phoenix Park, commissioned by my Office and undertaken by an independent firm of consultants, has been completed and the commuter traffic using the Knockmarron Gate is one of the issues covered in that Study. The Study findings are at present under consideration.

Written Answers — Garda Stations: Garda Stations (27 Sep 2006)

Tom Parlon: The Commissioners of Public Works recently made the formal decision to proceed with the construction of the proposed new Garda station at Leixlip, Co. Kildare. Tender documents are currently in preparation and it is expected that the tendering process will begin in November 2006. Following the placing of the contract, work should commence on site early next year.

Written Answers — National Monuments: National Monuments (27 Sep 2006)

Tom Parlon: I am aware of the problems of unauthorised access to the Castletown Estate generally and to the area mentioned by the Deputy in particular. OPW officials are currently reviewing the security arrangements for the Estate. The officials will also be in contact with Coillte in this regard.

Written Answers — Garda Stations: Garda Stations (27 Sep 2006)

Tom Parlon: It is expected that a Part 9 planning consultation process for a new Divisional headquarters at the existing Garda station site at Tallaght will commence before the end of 2006.

Written Answers — National Monuments: National Monuments (27 Sep 2006)

Tom Parlon: As I indicated in my reply to your Parliamentary Question of 21 June 2006, while there may be some merit in acquiring the property to strengthen the integrity of the Castletown Demesne, its acquisition is not considered essential. No negotiations are currently taking place for the purchase of the property by the State. The matter will be kept under review as part of the ongoing management...

Written Answers — Garda Stations: Garda Stations (27 Sep 2006)

Tom Parlon: Preparation of tender documents for the construction of the proposed new Garda station at Leixlip, Co. Kildare is nearing completion. The tendering process is expected to begin in November 2006.

Written Answers — Schools Building Projects: Schools Building Projects (27 Sep 2006)

Tom Parlon: Agreement has been reached subject to contract on the acquisition of a site for a new school in Co. Kildare. Draft contracts have been exchanged but the conveyancing process is delayed by the vendor pending the outcome of a planning application.

Written Answers — Flood Relief: Flood Relief (27 Sep 2006)

Tom Parlon: My Officials in the Office of Public Works are meeting with Kildare County Council next week. I am not in a position, in advance of this meeting, to say when the study will commence.

Written Answers — Communications Masts: Communications Masts (6 Jul 2006)

Tom Parlon: The Commissioners of Public Works have granted licences to three mobile phone companies to install telecommunications equipment on the mast at Coolock Garda Station. Under the terms of their licence agreement with the Commissioners, the mobile phone operators are obliged to install and operate all equipment within current standards and E.U. regulations, including Health and Safety...

Written Answers — Flood Relief: Flood Relief (6 Jul 2006)

Tom Parlon: Seven claims have been received to date. Four have been settled at a cost of €259,979.02. The three outstanding claims are for €3,150,121.98. The Commissioners of Public Works anticipate that these claims will be settled through negotiation or if necessary arbitration for a figure significantly below the amount claimed.

Written Answers — Flood Relief: Flood Relief (6 Jul 2006)

Tom Parlon: The Commissioners of Public Works are in ongoing contact with the residents of John's Quay, regarding arrangements to repair damage to their houses. The Commissioners understand arrangements, which they agreed with the residents are acceptable to them and that they are being honoured. In the light of the Deputy's question, the Commissioners will contact the residents again next week to ensure...

Written Answers — Site Acquisitions: Site Acquisitions (6 Jul 2006)

Tom Parlon: Contract documents were signed for the acquisition of the site in question on 23rd may 2006. The closure of the sale is expected to be completed within the next two weeks.

Written Answers — Waterways Access: Waterways Access (6 Jul 2006)

Tom Parlon: The Title to the property (Gulladoo Lake) is currently being investigated. Further action to be taken can only be determined on confirmation of the Title.

Written Answers — Departmental Staff: Departmental Staff (6 Jul 2006)

Tom Parlon: The Commissioners of Public Works, with the assistance of the Public Appointments Service, is in the process of recruiting additional staff to deal with the increased workload arising from its designation as the lead agency to implement the Government's policy on flooding. The Catchment Flood Risk Assessment and Management (CFRAM) study for the Rye River will be undertaken by Consultants...