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Written Answers — Flood Relief: Flood Relief (1 Dec 2009)

Martin Mansergh: Following an assessment by Office of Public Works Engineers, it was decided to construct a wall on the south bank of the River Arra, from the Bridge of Tears to Courtney Bridge, and for a short stretch on the north bank downstream of Courtney Bridge in order to enhance the level of protection from flooding in the Rahina area. These works have been underway since April 2009.

Written Answers — Departmental Properties: Departmental Properties (1 Dec 2009)

Martin Mansergh: The previous Parliamentary Question referred to by the Deputy required a significant collation of information by the Office of Public Works. Detailed information on elements of the question have already issued to the Deputy. The remaining details require surveying occupying departments to obtain certain information and this is being finalised.

Written Answers — Departmental Reports: Departmental Reports (1 Dec 2009)

Martin Mansergh: The ecological report commissioned by the Office of Public Works in relation to proposed mitigation works to address the flooding problem at Roundfort-Hollymount was completed in October. The report has been submitted by the OPW to the National Parks and Wildlife Service of the Department of the Environment, Heritage and Local Government for consent to the proposed works. If approval is...

Written Answers — Court Accommodation: Court Accommodation (1 Dec 2009)

Martin Mansergh: The provision of Court accommodation is, in the first instance, a matter for the Courts Service. The Commissioners of Public Works, acting on behalf of the Courts Service, have appointed an Architect to this project. Consultations have already taken place with local Court users, and it is expected that plans will be prepared by the end of this year. This will enable further consultations to...

Written Answers — Security Systems: Security Systems (1 Dec 2009)

Martin Mansergh: There are a range of technologies in use in buildings to improve security. The device referred to by the Deputy is just one of those. It is up to individual building managers, in consultation with the Garda Authorities, to consider the circumstance of their building. It is not possible, without surveying all occupiers, to given an indication as to whether such technology has been used.

Written Answers — Departmental Properties: Departmental Properties (1 Dec 2009)

Martin Mansergh: Works to Drimoleague Garda Station have not been prioritised by the Department of Justice, Equality and Law Reform or Garda Management. The Office of Public Works has no plans to relocate the existing Garda Station.

Written Answers — Flood Relief: Flood Relief (1 Dec 2009)

Martin Mansergh: During the Summer, the OPW invited Local Authorities to apply for funding in respect of minor flood mitigation works that would be carried out by the Authorities in 2009, subject to specific criteria. No application was received from Louth County Council. The OPW will shortly seek applications in relation to works to be undertaken in 2010. It will be open to Louth County Council to apply...

Written Answers — Building Projects: Building Projects (1 Dec 2009)

Martin Mansergh: In the time available to answer the question, it has not been possible to compile the information sought by the Deputy. However, the information will be compiled shortly and forwarded to the Deputy as soon as possible.

Seanad: Pre-Budget Outlook: Statements (1 Dec 2009)

Martin Mansergh: Last month, the Department of Finance published the pre-budget outlook, which set out the economic and fiscal forecasts in advance of the budget. It is the intention that this document will provide the platform for a debate on economic and budgetary decisions on a more fully informed basis. Accordingly, I welcome this opportunity to set out the current and prospective economic and budgetary...

Seanad: Pre-Budget Outlook: Statements (1 Dec 2009)

Martin Mansergh: Yes.

Seanad: Pre-Budget Outlook: Statements (1 Dec 2009)

Martin Mansergh: It was 1924.

Seanad: Pre-Budget Outlook: Statements (1 Dec 2009)

Martin Mansergh: On Senator O'Toole's last point, one of the last points I made in my opening contribution was that we would bring forward policies in the forthcoming budget to ensure the burden of adjustment was spread as fairly as possible. That is something common to us all. I thank all Senators for their contributions to the debate which has been constructive. I do not propose to attempt to answer all...

Seanad: Pre-Budget Outlook: Statements (1 Dec 2009)

Martin Mansergh: The second option is that we could abdicate altogether, default on our debts and let the IMF come in. The third option, advocated by Senators Quinn and Walsh, is that the Government could go in far harder. The suggestion was that it was not a figure of €4 billion that was required but €5 billion, €8 billion or another figure. The fourth alternative is for the Government to put much...

Seanad: Pre-Budget Outlook: Statements (1 Dec 2009)

Martin Mansergh: Oversimplified caricatures are being painted of past events. I agree with Senator Twomey that we should use GNP as a gauge and made sure such a reference was inserted in my contribution. I also agree with Senator MacSharry that one of our main aims must be to try to secure as many as possible of the underlying gains made since 1987. We will have to take one or more steps back in order to...

Seanad: Pre-Budget Outlook: Statements (1 Dec 2009)

Martin Mansergh: Yes. Nobody would be more delighted than me if a way could be found to achieve the cuts required in the public service pay bill on a consensual basis. That would be wonderful. I appreciate this is a slight diversion, but Senator Norris tends to divert from some of the main points.

Seanad: Pre-Budget Outlook: Statements (1 Dec 2009)

Martin Mansergh: He talked about the departure of a number of senior public servants. I attended the farewell dinner for the president of the Association of Garda Sergeants and Inspectors last week. We would all like to be in a position to restore the Christmas bonus, but that is not realistic. The Senator also spoke about ODA for Uganda, but no decision has been made in that regard; only discussions have...

Written Answers — Public Works Projects: Public Works Projects (26 Nov 2009)

Martin Mansergh: This report arose from a study undertaken on behalf of a Steering Group comprising representatives of the County Councils of Fingal, Kildare, South Dublin, Dublin City Council and the Office of Public Works (OPW). It is a matter for each public body to consider making progress from within its own resources. For its part OPW, contributes to the objectives of the study through on-going...

Written Answers — Public Works Projects: Public Works Projects (26 Nov 2009)

Martin Mansergh: The Castleknock Gate was damaged in a collision with a commercial vehicle some time ago. The works at Mountjoy provided an opportunity to repair, realign and repaint the gate, which has now been re-hung.

Written Answers — Public Works Projects: Public Works Projects (26 Nov 2009)

Martin Mansergh: It is considered that carrying out the necessary works, in tandem with the works on Mountjoy roundabout and the associated traffic diversions, would be unduly disruptive of traffic. However, these works are regarded as a priority and will be carried out as soon as possible after the end of Operation Freeflow in early 2010, subject to the availability of funding.

Written Answers — Flood Relief: Flood Relief (26 Nov 2009)

Martin Mansergh: The Clonmel Flood Relief Scheme was divided into three phases - Clonmel West, North and East. The Clonmel West scheme was confirmed by the Minister for Finance in 2007 and the Civil Works on this phase are now nearing completion with substantial completion due early in 2010. The estimated cost for the Clonmel West Scheme is €21.2 million and OPW is committed to this funding. The decision...