Results 681-700 of 2,156 for speaker:Tom Parlon
- Written Answers — Communications Masts: Communications Masts (3 May 2006)
Tom Parlon: At present, two mobile phone companies have been granted licences by the Commissioners of Public Works to install telecommunications equipment on the mast at Clontarf Garda Station. The number of companies that can be located on any particular mast is limited by space restrictions. The telecommunications equipment installed by the mobile phone companies on Clontarf Garda Station Mast was...
- Written Answers — Communications Masts: Communications Masts (3 May 2006)
Tom Parlon: The Commissioners of Public Works estimate that the licensing of Garda masts for use by mobile phone companies will generate gross revenue in excess of â¬3m in 2006. This includes both the income generated by the 1997 agreement and the new standard licences being rolled out to all mobile phone companies in respect of Garda masts. The Commissioners' consultants monitor all such installations...
- Written Answers — Garda Stations: Garda Stations (27 Apr 2006)
Tom Parlon: The Commissioners of Public Works received a request this week from the Department of Justice, Equality and Law Reform to acquire a premises for the Garda in Carndonagh, County Donegal. The matter is being pursued.
- Written Answers — Garda Stations: Garda Stations (27 Apr 2006)
Tom Parlon: A brief of requirements for the proposed new Garda station at Buncrana, County Donegal, was received from the Department of Justice, Equality and Law Reform on 29 March 2006. An analysis is being undertaken to ascertain if the brief of requirements can be accommodated on the decentralisation site for the Department of Social and Family Affairs. This report will be completed by mid May 2006....
- Seanad: Garda Stations. (26 Apr 2006)
Tom Parlon: I thank the Senator for raising this issue and affording me an opportunity to answer and explain the position regarding Dunmanway Garda station, County Cork. As the Senator may be aware, the objective is to extend and refurbish the existing Garda station. An important aspect of the refurbishment work will involve improved access to the rear of the station. For this to take place, a...
- Seanad: Garda Stations. (26 Apr 2006)
Tom Parlon: The only outstanding issue is the need to agree a final price and have the lands signed over. The Office of Public Works is ready to proceed with the building works as a priority with a timeframe for completion of four to six months. I will take a personal interest in the matter, which I appreciate was raised with me some time ago, and revert to the Senator.
- Written Answers — Garda Stations: Garda Stations (25 Apr 2006)
Tom Parlon: The Commissioners of Public Works are in negotiations with a local developer on a proposal to provide a new Garda station in Dundrum. However, a number of issues remain to be resolved. Before a final decision is made on the matter, the Department of Justice, Equality and Law Reform and the Garda authorities will be consulted.
- Written Answers — Decentralisation Programme: Decentralisation Programme (25 Apr 2006)
Tom Parlon: The indicative timeframe for the completion of the construction of the new building in Kanturk is towards the end of 2008. The Office of Public Works is processing the more than 90 applications on the central applications facility, CAF, in respect of Kanturk. The acquisition of a suitable site in Kanturk is not yet finalised.
- Written Answers — Public Service Contracts: Public Service Contracts (25 Apr 2006)
Tom Parlon: The total value of printing work procured by Departments, offices and agencies in 2005 under contracts placed by the Government Supplies Agency was â¬9,782,880.58 exclusive of VAT. Of this sum, â¬9,483,729.76, approximately 97%, was procured from Irish companies and â¬299,150.82 from non-Irish companies. The EU and international rules applicable, together with the public procurement...
- Written Answers — Control of Dogs: Control of Dogs (25 Apr 2006)
Tom Parlon: This is a matter for the Department of the Environment, Heritage and Local Government, which holds the policy function for heritage properties.
- Written Answers — Site Acquisitions: Site Acquisitions (25 Apr 2006)
Tom Parlon: The Commissioners of Public Works in Ireland act as agents for the Department of Education and Science in the acquisition of sites for primary schools. Negotiations to acquire a suitable site for a new school at Summercove national school are ongoing. However, it would be inappropriate to reveal the precise details at this point as it would likely prejudice future negotiations.
- Written Answers — Garda Stations: Garda Stations (25 Apr 2006)
Tom Parlon: I am advised by the Commissioners of Public Works that a contract has been awarded for the refurbishment of the official accommodation at Oylegate Garda station. These works are due to commence in the next two weeks and will include the electrical rewiring of the station. With regard to plans to renovate the Garda station proper, I have been advised that there are proposals to provide...
- Written Answers — River Maintenance: River Maintenance (25 Apr 2006)
Tom Parlon: The Commissioners of Public Works have responsibility, under the provisions of the Arterial Drainage Act 1945, to maintain the River Inny in proper repair and effective condition. This involves the removal of deposits from the river bed avoiding, where possible, any damage to trees, shrubs and groundcover on the banks and bank slopes. In some cases removal of vegetation on the bank is...
- Written Answers — River Maintenance: River Maintenance (25 Apr 2006)
Tom Parlon: The Office of Public Works is on site in three locations along the River Tolka in Dublin city. Works are continuing in the Distillery Road area to complete the last section of the wall on the left bank following the vacation and demolition of the premises which had delayed completion in this area up to now. Work is also ongoing downstream of Annesley Bridge along the right bank of the river...
- Written Answers — River Maintenance: River Maintenance (25 Apr 2006)
Tom Parlon: The Commissioners of Public Works propose to carry out the necessary maintenance works on the sections in question of the River Deel during the coming summer months when there are low flows in the river.
- Written Answers — Departmental Correspondence: Departmental Correspondence (25 Apr 2006)
Tom Parlon: The letter in question has been received and the position is being examined. A reply will issue at an early date.
- Written Answers — Flood Relief: Flood Relief (25 Apr 2006)
Tom Parlon: I propose to take Questions Nos. 322 and 329 together. The Office of Public Works has agreed to undertake a local catchment flood risk assessment and management study for the Rye river, encompassing the towns of Leixlip, Maynooth and Kilcock. This will ultimately form part of a catchment flood risk assessment and management study for the entire Liffey catchment, which it is planned to...
- Written Answers — Garda Stations: Garda Stations (25 Apr 2006)
Tom Parlon: An independent architectural report, having regard to the submissions received in respect of planning consultation under part 9, is under consideration by the Commissioners of Public Works. It is expected that a decision will be made shortly. The site on which it is proposed to build the new Garda station is in full State ownership. No other sites are currently being considered.
- Written Answers — Site Acquisitions: Site Acquisitions (25 Apr 2006)
Tom Parlon: I refer to my response to Parliamentary Questions Nos. 153 and 158 of 6 April 2006. The updated position remains unchanged.
- Written Answers — Site Acquisitions: Site Acquisitions (25 Apr 2006)
Tom Parlon: I refer to my response to Parliamentary Question No. 159 of 6 April 2006. The updated position remains unchanged.