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Select Committee on Finance, Public Expenditure and Reform, and Taoiseach: Estimates for Public Services 2018
Vote 13 - Office of Public Works (Supplementary) (27 Nov 2018)

Kevin Moran: This was all very well looked over by the Committee of Public Accounts as well, in fairness.

Select Committee on Finance, Public Expenditure and Reform, and Taoiseach: Estimates for Public Services 2018
Vote 13 - Office of Public Works (Supplementary) (27 Nov 2018)

Kevin Moran: I would just point out that this is the first time since 2004 that we brought a Supplementary Estimate in here. We have brought in the headline figures and fully appreciate that if the members want a detailed breakdown, we will do that.

Written Answers — Department of Public Expenditure and Reform: Coastal Protection (13 Nov 2018)

Kevin Moran: I visited this area recently and am aware of the issues in this location, as well as the excellent work that has been undertaken by Meath County Council in Laytown. I am advised that, in the first instance, the management of problems of coastal protection in the area indicated remains a matter for Meath County Council. Following the severe storms of Winter 2013/2014, the Government...

An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (6 Nov 2018)

Kevin Moran: Would that not be great?

Ceisteanna Eile - Other Questions: Flood Risk Insurance Cover Provision (24 Oct 2018)

Kevin Moran: I acknowledge the Deputy's comments, but I must also acknowledge the work that has been done and the increase in insurance coverage. Everyone wants to beat insurers with a stick, but after working with them and giving them the information they require, they are now stepping up to the mark. I would like to see it happen faster, but I must also acknowledge that, by working with them, we are...

Ceisteanna Eile - Other Questions: Garda Station Refurbishment (24 Oct 2018)

Kevin Moran: I thank the Deputy for raising this question. In order to advance the necessary funding an exercise has to be completed by the Garda estate management, the Office of Public Works and the Department of Justice and Equality. Regarding the current accommodation shortage issues, there are two options to be explored further. One involves alternative accommodation to be sourced in a suitable...

Ceisteanna Eile - Other Questions: Garda Station Refurbishment (24 Oct 2018)

Kevin Moran: I am fully aware of the issues regarding Mullingar Garda station. I can assure the Deputy I am working closely with the different Departments within my own area and I am working with the Minister, Deputy Flanagan. I advise the Deputy that people from the architectural service visited the station on 9 October 2018. It was clearly set out by it what is required, and what is being sought, in...

Ceisteanna Eile - Other Questions: Garda Station Refurbishment (24 Oct 2018)

Kevin Moran: Since I took up ministerial office a year and a half ago, a number of issues regarding the Garda were outlined. I for one know exactly the conditions under which some gardáí work. The Government has set out to reopen six pilot projects and they are now on the way.

Ceisteanna Eile - Other Questions: Garda Station Refurbishment (24 Oct 2018)

Kevin Moran: The works have started-----

Ceisteanna Eile - Other Questions: Garda Station Refurbishment (24 Oct 2018)

Kevin Moran: -----on the reopening of three headquarters. Works are taking place on planning with respect to the public private partnerships. I am fully aware of what the Government has committed to and the conditions under which gardaí are working. I am working closely with the gardaí in Mullingar to address their needs. The Deputy will be aware we faced a similar problem in the Longford...

Ceisteanna Eile - Other Questions: Garda Station Refurbishment (24 Oct 2018)

Kevin Moran: The Deputy has been long enough in the House to know that one cannot simply flick one's fingers and have something happen overnight.

Ceisteanna Eile - Other Questions: Garda Station Refurbishment (24 Oct 2018)

Kevin Moran: We have to explore the options and I will personally revert to the Deputy when I get the outcome of that process.

Ceisteanna Eile - Other Questions: Flood Risk Insurance Cover Provision (24 Oct 2018)

Kevin Moran: I thank the Deputy for raising this question. The Government’s strategy is that as the return on its investment on flood defence schemes in the most at-risk communities, households and businesses should be able to access flood insurance. The provision of insurance cover, the level of premiums charged and the policy terms applied are a matter for individual insurers. The Deputy...

Ceisteanna Eile - Other Questions: Flood Risk Insurance Cover Provision (24 Oct 2018)

Kevin Moran: I acknowledge what the Deputy said about the good work my Department and the local authorities do, and I also recognise that. Earlier this year thanks to my colleague on my right, the Minister for Finance, I secured €1 billion for the protection of the people's property, 95% of whom will have their property protected as a result of putting in place of flood defences over the next ten...

Saincheisteanna Tráthúla - Topical Issue Debate: Flood Prevention Measures (16 Oct 2018)

Kevin Moran: I could not agree with the Deputy's comments more but I advise that we are coming to budget times in local authorities and, where local authorities have issues with regard to cutbacks, they know that I and the Minister, Deputy Eoghan Murphy, have money at our disposal. If they apply for the schemes, they should have backup funding. They are in areas with coastal erosion. They fully...

Saincheisteanna Tráthúla - Topical Issue Debate: Flood Prevention Measures (16 Oct 2018)

Kevin Moran: I thank the Deputy for raising this important topic. My colleague, the Minister for Housing, Planning and Local Government, Deputy Eoghan Murphy, has overall responsibility for Government policy on coastal strategy and local authorities on identifying works to protect the coast in their respective areas. My office, through the minor flood mitigation works and coastal protection scheme,...

Financial Resolutions 2019 - Financial Resolution No. 4: General (Resumed) (11 Oct 2018)

Kevin Moran: I did not know he was as good at running as that.

Financial Resolutions 2019 - Financial Resolution No. 4: General (Resumed) (10 Oct 2018)

Kevin Moran: The Minister should keep going. He is flying.

Financial Resolutions 2019 - Financial Resolution No. 4: General (Resumed) (10 Oct 2018)

Kevin Moran: I will take that 100%.

Financial Resolutions 2019 - Budget Statement 2019 (9 Oct 2018)

Kevin Moran: I love it.