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Written Answers — Department of Public Expenditure and Reform: Flood Relief Schemes (4 Jul 2019)

Kevin Moran: A pre-feasibility study into the flooding issues in Ballinhassig has been completed by the Office of Public Works (OPW) and has identified a preferred option for the area. Further assessment of the environmental impacts is currently being reviewed to inform the planning process, after which the project will progress to planning and detailed design. While it is not possible to provide a...

Written Answers — Department of Public Expenditure and Reform: Office of Public Works Projects (3 Jul 2019)

Kevin Moran: Nenagh Castle has already been fully conserved and is open to the public, so no further investment is therefore required in the historic building in the short term. The question of rehabilitation and adaptation of the nearby two derelict houses on Pearse St. is currently under review in the context of future tourism development of the entire historic town quarter and once an...

Written Answers — Department of Public Expenditure and Reform: Garda Station Refurbishment (3 Jul 2019)

Kevin Moran: I can confirm that the Office of Public Works has carried out refurbishment works valued at greater than €5000 in seven Garda Stations in the Roscommon Longford Division in 2018 and 2019. Details of these works are given in the table. All of these works are complete and included works funded by both the Office of Public Works and An Garda Síochána. Garda Station...

Land and Conveyancing Law Reform (Amendment) Bill 2019: Report Stage (2 Jul 2019)

Kevin Moran: Before I came into the Dáil three years ago, I met so many people out there. I came in here with no legal background in bringing forward legislation but when I met so many people who found themselves in mortgage arrears, I felt I had to do something. I came in here to get the support of the House, not only on this Bill but on my previous Bill, and I thank each and every Member from the...

Land and Conveyancing Law Reform (Amendment) Bill 2019: Report Stage (2 Jul 2019)

Kevin Moran: There is a danger that the amendment will create uncertainty in relation to the scope of the Bill. The current wording is based on the wording in section 2(2) of the Land and Conveyancing Law Reform Act 2013. Amending this provision in the manner suggested could create confusion as to the scope of the existing section 2(2) of the 2013 Act.

Land and Conveyancing Law Reform (Amendment) Bill 2019: Report Stage (2 Jul 2019)

Kevin Moran: I intend to take amendments Nos. 3 and 4 together. The Government is opposing these amendments. The intention behind the amendments is unclear and seems to be based on the desire that the Bill should have retrospective effect. Amendment No. 3 proposes the insertion of "any proceedings brought by a mortgagee, irrespective of when the mortgage was created". I consider the amendment...

Land and Conveyancing Law Reform (Amendment) Bill 2019: Report Stage (2 Jul 2019)

Kevin Moran: I appreciate from where the Deputies are coming. While I understand what Deputy Ó Laoghaire is seeking to do, this Bill has been three years in the making. Many Deputies have stated that the Government has been slow to act and help people who are in mortgage arrears. This Bill addresses that issue. As Deputy O'Callaghan stated, the amendment would delay the Bill. If we are lucky and...

Land and Conveyancing Law Reform (Amendment) Bill 2019: Report Stage (2 Jul 2019)

Kevin Moran: The Government is opposing this amendment. The basic objective of the Bill is to provide adequate protections for people in mortgage arrears in respect of their principal private residences. This amendment will not help such people in any way for the simple reason that receivers are not appointed to principal private residences. In this case, as there is no rental income from principal...

Land and Conveyancing Law Reform (Amendment) Bill 2019: Order for Report Stage (2 Jul 2019)

Kevin Moran: I move: "That Report Stage be taken now."

Written Answers — Department of Public Expenditure and Reform: Flood Relief Schemes Status (2 Jul 2019)

Kevin Moran: The implementation of the Clare River (Claregalway) Flood Relief Scheme has been ongoing over the last three years with the works being progressed by the Office of Public Works (OPW) direct labour force. However, in recognition of the significant flooding problems in the area it was agreed to proceed with advance interim measures to reduce flood risk and by 2012 the following remedial works...

Written Answers — Department of Public Expenditure and Reform: State Properties (2 Jul 2019)

Kevin Moran: The Commissioners of Public Works carry out refurbishment works on State property on a regular basis to meet new requirements as they arise.  Also, as building services and fit outs reach end of life, properties are targeted for refurbishment.  This form of retrofitting would also upgrade the property to meet modern standards in terms of the Building Regulations and energy...

Written Answers — Department of Public Expenditure and Reform: Flood Relief Schemes Status (26 Jun 2019)

Kevin Moran: The King’s Island Flood Relief Scheme forms an advanced part of the overall Limerick City & Environs Flood Relief Scheme. Following severe flooding in Limerick City in February 2014, a commitment to funding both temporary and permanent flood defence works was given by the Office of Public Works (OPW) to Limerick City and County Council (LCCC). Funding was provided by the Office...

Written Answers — Department of Public Expenditure and Reform: Flood Relief Schemes Status (26 Jun 2019)

Kevin Moran: The Catchment-based Flood Risk Assessment and Management (CFRAM) programme, the largest ever flood risk study carried out in the State, culminated with the launch of 29 Flood Risk Management Plans on 3 May 2018. These Plans proposed 118 new outline flood relief projects on top of the 42 major projects already completed and the 33 major schemes within the existing capital works programme of...

Written Answers — Department of Public Expenditure and Reform: Flood Relief Schemes Status (26 Jun 2019)

Kevin Moran: Castleconnell, Co. Limerick, was one of 300 areas believed to be at significant flood risk nationally, and hence assessed as part of the Catchment Flood Risk Assessment and Management (CFRAM) Programme, the largest ever flood risk study carried out in the State. The CFRAM Programme culminated with the launch of 29 Flood Risk Management Plans on 3 May 2018, and proposed 118 new outline flood...

Written Answers — Department of Public Expenditure and Reform: Brexit Preparations (25 Jun 2019)

Kevin Moran: All of the required infrastructure in Dublin Port is in place and is ready to be operationalised in the event of a no-deal Brexit. Temporary infrastructure is in place in Rosslare Harbour and ready to be operationalised. Enhanced inspection facilities are being developed and will be in place by October 2019. Works are ongoing to provide permanent infrastructure in Dublin Airport and this...

Ceisteanna Eile - Other Questions: Flood Risk Insurance Cover Provision (20 Jun 2019)

Kevin Moran: I was looking at my data this morning and 95 schemes to protect those people who are most vulnerable to flooding are under way at present. That number will tell the Deputy what this Government has done over the last ten years and, in particular, over the last three years. It is a lot of schemes. I have met people and travelled right around the country. I have seen where flood defences,...

Ceisteanna Eile - Other Questions: Flood Risk Insurance Cover Provision (20 Jun 2019)

Kevin Moran: I have always worked in the interest of everybody out there. I have let every Member here, regardless of party, know when I was visiting, protecting, or bringing money to his or her area. I am somewhat taken aback by the Deputy's remark that if it was not for Brexit he would be gone out of here. A statement like that is not fair to the ordinary members of the public. It is unfair. People...

Ceisteanna Eile - Other Questions: Flood Risk Insurance Cover Provision (20 Jun 2019)

Kevin Moran: The Deputy will acknowledge the Office of Public Works, OPW, has no responsibility for oversight or regulation of the insurance industry in relation to flood risk insurance, or to insurance matters generally. The Government’s strategy is that in return for its investment in flood defence schemes in the most at-risk communities, households and businesses should be able to access flood...

Ceisteanna Eile - Other Questions: Office of Public Works Properties (20 Jun 2019)

Kevin Moran: Following the closure of the Garda station on Roche's Road, Wexford, on 22 September 2017 the OPW sought alternative State use for the property. There is no central government requirement for accommodation in the former Garda station and no alternative State requirement for the property has materialised following engagement with Wexford County Council, the Health Service Executive, HSE, and...

Ceisteanna Eile - Other Questions: Office of Public Works Properties (20 Jun 2019)

Kevin Moran: The Deputy referred to the closure of the old Garda station. I was there for the opening of the new Garda station. It was a proud day for Wexford and a proud day for the Government, which supplied the resources for a new state-of-the-art station. I have been working on the issue of the old Garda station. Deputy Howlin and others have approached me about this matter. We have sought...