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Written Answers — Community Development: Community Development (13 May 2008)

Noel Ahern: An implementation steering group has not been established. However, many of the Study's objectives can be pursued by the Local Authorities from within their own resources. Progress at a national level is dependent on provision of funding through the Department of Environment, Heritage and Local Government.

Written Answers — Flood Relief: Flood Relief (8 May 2008)

Noel Ahern: It is expected that the feasibility study will be completed by the Office of Public Works by the middle of May.

Written Answers — Departmental Properties: Departmental Properties (8 May 2008)

Noel Ahern: I am advised by the Office of Public Works that pre-qualification submissions have been received from contractors who are interested in tendering for this project. These have been assessed and tender documents are currently being completed with a view to inviting tenders at the earliest possible date. The new accommodation in Claremorris is being procured on a Design and Build basis. While...

Written Answers — Registration of Title: Registration of Title (8 May 2008)

Noel Ahern: I would refer the Deputy to my response to Parliamentary Question No.15516/08 of 23 April 2008. The position remains unchanged.

Written Answers — Flood Relief: Flood Relief (8 May 2008)

Noel Ahern: I propose to take Questions Nos. 102 and 107 together. The remedial works in the Upper Glen Road were essential for safety reasons particularly in the context of the commencement of the new Phoenix Park Shuttle bus service. Postponement of them was not a viable option. To minimise disruption, the roadworks were timed to coincide with the school mid-term break and will be completed this week.

Written Answers — National Monuments: National Monuments (8 May 2008)

Noel Ahern: The Office of Public Works manages some eighteen referenced cairns that are in state ownership or guardianship and that form part of the national monument complex collectively known as Sliabh na Callaigh or Loughcrew Cairns, Co. Meath. Additional cairns in the townlands of Corstown, Newtown and Patrickstown are in private ownership and are afforded protection under the National Monuments...

Written Answers — Decentralisation Programme: Decentralisation Programme (8 May 2008)

Noel Ahern: I propose to take Questions Nos. 115 and 116 together. Of the total allocation of €833 million provided in the NDP for Decentralisation, an estimate of €60 million is provided for agencies whose costs will not be funded through the OPW vote. The balance of €773 million represents the estimated cost of providing accommodation for the departments and agencies whose accommodation will be...

Written Answers — National Parks: National Parks (8 May 2008)

Noel Ahern: Many of the Study's objectives can be pursued by the Local Authorities from within their own resources. Progress at a national level is dependent on provision of funding through the Department of Environment, Heritage and Local Government.

Seanad: Freedom of Information (Amendment) Bill 2008: Second Stage. (30 Apr 2008)

Noel Ahern: The Government will not be accepting the Private Members' Freedom of Information Amendment Bill 2008. The Freedom of Information Act 1997, as amended in 2003, provides the right balance between facilitating public access to information held by public bodies and allowing Government to function effectively. This is the aim of the Act, as set out in the Long Title which states that it is: An...

Written Answers — Flood Relief: Flood Relief (29 Apr 2008)

Noel Ahern: Following discussions with the Irish Farmers Association and Birdwatch Ireland last year, the Office of Public Works removed a substantial amount of vegetation which was impeding the efficient flow of water in the Shannon Cut. While it is not possible to measure precisely the effect of this work, I am advised that it did have a beneficial impact on the level of flooding in the Shannon...

Written Answers — Garda Stations: Garda Stations (29 Apr 2008)

Noel Ahern: Tender documents for the new Garda Station at Ballyvary, Co. Mayo are currently being prepared. It is expected that tenders will be invited during the Summer and a contract placed in the Autumn.

Written Answers — Public Works Projects: Public Works Projects (29 Apr 2008)

Noel Ahern: This study was 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. It is a matter for each public body to consider making progress from within its own resources. The Office of Public Works is undertaking a major improvement scheme at Castletown House and Park, including...

Written Answers — Land Registry: Land Registry (29 Apr 2008)

Noel Ahern: The OPW has completed an evaluation of tenders received for construction of new offices for 230 staff of the Property Registration Authority (formerly known as the Land Registry) and a preferred tenderer has been identified and notified. The necessary sanction to proceed with the project has been received from the Department of Finance. The Preferred Tenderer will now be required to apply for...

Written Answers — Garda Stations: Garda Stations (24 Apr 2008)

Noel Ahern: I propose to take Questions Nos. 41 and 75 together. A sketch scheme to accommodate a new Garda Station, Courthouse and other facilities on the existing Garda Station site will be completed by the end of May 2008. It will then be submitted to the Garda Authorities and Courts Service for consideration and approval. The procurement methodology for this major project has not yet been...

Written Answers — Public Transport: Public Transport (24 Apr 2008)

Noel Ahern: As confirmed in my reply to a similar question on 5th February 2008, the position is as follows. In line with the recommendation outlined in the Phoenix Park Transportation Study published in September 2006, I wish to confirm that the OPW has agreed to facilitate a limited public transport service through the Park and is assisting the relevant agencies in this regard.

Written Answers — Garda Stations: Garda Stations (24 Apr 2008)

Noel Ahern: A sketch scheme to accommodate a new Garda Station, Courthouse and other facilities on the existing Garda Station site will be completed by the end of May 2008. It will then be submitted to the Garda Authorities for consideration and approval.

Written Answers — Flood Relief: Flood Relief (24 Apr 2008)

Noel Ahern: Following discussion of the flooding problem at Johnstown, Co. Kildare at the meeting in question, the Office of Public Works advised Kildare County Council, that it is willing in principle to provide it with funds to relieve the problem if remedial measures that can be justified on social, environmental and economic grounds can be undertaken at reasonable cost. Kildare County Council is now...

Written Answers — Decentralisation Programme: Decentralisation Programme (24 Apr 2008)

Noel Ahern: The Office of Public Works has agreed terms for a site in Enniscorthy with the Town Council. The contract for sale is being processed by the Chief State Solicitor. When the sale closes, tenders will be invited for the design and construction of a suitable office. It will be a matter for the successful bidder to apply for planning permission and to design and build the building within an...

Written Answers — Registration of Title: Registration of Title (23 Apr 2008)

Noel Ahern: Fingal County Council has submitted an application for a Deed of Waiver in its favour for lands contained within Folio 45020F (Strand Estate, Donabate). The matter is currently receiving attention in the Chief State Solicitor's Office and its recommendation is expected shortly.

Written Answers — Departmental Expenditure: Departmental Expenditure (22 Apr 2008)

Noel Ahern: The following document details the cost incurred by the Office of Public Works for the rental of car park spaces in Cork and the duration of each lease. As regards the €43,940 referred to by the Deputy it should be noted that this is in fact the annual cost of the office space which includes the cost of the five car spaces. The Revenue Commissioners currently occupy this space but the...