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Written Answers — Department of Public Expenditure and Reform: Flood Prevention Measures (23 May 2018)

Kevin Moran: I propose to take Questions Nos. 88 and 89 together. In relation to coastal protection/erosion generally, it is a matter in the first instance for local authorities to identify and prioritise problems along their coastlines and, if a viable solution is available, they may undertake works using their own resources or, if necessary, apply for funding under the OPW Minor Works Scheme. The OPW...

Written Answers — Department of Public Expenditure and Reform: Office of Public Works Projects (23 May 2018)

Kevin Moran: The Office of Public Works (OPW) does undertake vegetation management of the river referred to by the Deputy where the flow is obstructed thereby affecting the conveyance capacity of the channel. Where the OPW is aware of rubbish in this River it liaises with the Local Authority or other relevant statutory authorities in relation to its removal.

Written Answers — Department of Public Expenditure and Reform: Flood Relief Schemes Status (22 May 2018)

Kevin Moran: The Ouvane Catchment Drainage Scheme was completed by the Office of Public Works (OPW) under the 1945 Arterial Drainage Act. Extensive maintenance works on the channels in the catchment were undertaken by the OPW in the latter half of 2016 and a recent inspection of the area found the channels in proper repair and effective condition. An application received from Cork County Council...

Written Answers — Department of Public Expenditure and Reform: Flood Relief Schemes Status (22 May 2018)

Kevin Moran: The Catchment Flood Risk Assessment and Management (CFRAM) Programme was the largest ever flood risk study carried out in the State and covered 300 areas believed to be at significant flood risk. The CFRAM programme culminated with the launch on 3 May, 2018 of 29 flood risk management plans which proposed 118 new outline flood relief projects on top of the 42 major projects already completed...

Written Answers — Department of Public Expenditure and Reform: Flood Relief Schemes Status (22 May 2018)

Kevin Moran: The Catchment Flood Risk Assessment and Management (CFRAM) Programme was the largest ever flood risk study carried out in the State and covered 300 areas believed to be at significant flood risk. The CFRAM programme culminated with the launch on 3 May, 2018 of 29 flood risk management plans which proposed 118 new outline flood relief projects on top of the 42 major projects already completed...

Written Answers — Department of Public Expenditure and Reform: State Properties (22 May 2018)

Kevin Moran: The upper and lower yards of Dublin Castle will be open as usual on May 26 2018 between the hours of 6.30am and 7.30pm.

Written Answers — Department of Public Expenditure and Reform: Outdoor Events Planning Permission (22 May 2018)

Kevin Moran: The Office of Public Works designated a site known as ‘Whitefields’ for the concert in question. The area in the Phoenix Park adequately and safely facilitated the large crowds attending together with the required catering, temporary toilet and other facilities. The logistical operation in mounting the concerts was an unqualified success.

Written Answers — Department of Public Expenditure and Reform: Outdoor Events Planning Permission (22 May 2018)

Kevin Moran: The Commissioners of Public Works have designated the area around the “15 Acres” including the Papal Cross for the Papal Mass. The whole of the Park will be in use to ensure people’s safety for arrival and entry to the site; for site circulation of crowds and for leaving the site and dispersal.

Written Answers — Department of Public Expenditure and Reform: Outdoor Events Planning Permission (22 May 2018)

Kevin Moran: Approval for the use of the Phoenix Park depends on the circumstances of each case including the nature and scale of the event. In the case of the Papal visit for example, Pope Francis will visit Ireland in August for the World Meeting of Families, which will conclude with a public Mass in the Phoenix Park, where large numbers are expected to attend. The Church wrote formally to the...

Other Questions: Forensic Science Ireland Laboratory (17 May 2018)

Kevin Moran: The enabling works contract for the Forensic Science Ireland laboratory reached substantial completion on 4 May 2018. The works included site services, site preparation, security, flood control and building foundations. The main contract will follow. Due to recent changes in international forensic laboratory standards, it was necessary to add further information to the main contract...

Other Questions: Forensic Science Ireland Laboratory (17 May 2018)

Kevin Moran: As I said, we are hoping that construction will start later in 2018 but I advise the Deputy that the tender document is complex. The revised tender documentation pack is composed of 1,000 drawings including 30 supporting report documents. Our Department will be working closely with all the people involved to ensure that we deliver on this project in the later part of 2018.

Other Questions: Forensic Science Ireland Laboratory (17 May 2018)

Kevin Moran: I can assure the Deputy that I am giving the matter my full attention in terms of my Department. It has been delayed, but I can assure him that we will proceed and make sure that we deliver on time. I will keep the Deputy updated in that regard.

Written Answers — Department of Public Expenditure and Reform: Flood Relief Schemes Data (17 May 2018)

Kevin Moran: The Catchment Flood Risk Assessment and Management (CFRAM) Programme was the largest ever flood risk study carried out in the State and covered 300 areas believed to be at significant flood risk. The CFRAM programme culminated with the launch by me in Athlone on 3 May, 2018 of 29 Flood Risk Management Plans which proposed 118 new outline flood relief projects on top of the 42 major projects...

Written Answers — Department of Public Expenditure and Reform: Catchment Flood Risk Assessment and Management Programme (17 May 2018)

Kevin Moran: I propose to take Questions Nos. 21 and 31 together. The Catchment Flood Risk Assessment and Management (CFRAM) Programme was the largest ever flood risk study carried out in the State and covered 300 areas believed to be at significant flood risk. The CFRAM programme culminated with the launch by me in Athlone on 3 May, 2018 of 29 Flood Risk Management Plans which proposed 118 new...

Written Answers — Department of Public Expenditure and Reform: Flood Relief Schemes Status (17 May 2018)

Kevin Moran: The Catchment Flood Risk Assessment and Management (CFRAM) Programme was the largest ever flood risk study carried out in the State and covered 300 areas believed to be at significant flood risk. The CFRAM programme culminated with the launch by me in Athlone on 3 May, 2018 of 29 Flood Risk Management Plans which proposed 118 new outline flood relief projects on top of the 42 major projects...

Written Answers — Department of Public Expenditure and Reform: Animal Welfare (16 May 2018)

Kevin Moran: The Commissioners of Public Works employ a Deer Keeper in the Phoenix Park. He is fully trained and carries out humane dispatches of deer when required following the OPW Deer Safe Operating Procedures which have been approved by the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine.

Written Answers — Department of Public Expenditure and Reform: Garda Station Refurbishment (16 May 2018)

Kevin Moran: I can confirm that the Office of Public Works (OPW) has carried out works on at least seven Garda Stations in the Limerick Garda Division in 2017 and 2018. It was not possible to compile all the details requested in the timeframe for this response. The information requested will be furnished directly to the Deputy as soon as possible.

Written Answers — Department of Public Expenditure and Reform: Flood Relief Schemes Status (16 May 2018)

Kevin Moran: The Lower Morell River Flood Management Scheme is being progressed by Kildare County Council (KCC) as the Contracting Authority with funding provided by the Office of Public Works (OPW). The proposed Scheme along with an Environmental Impact Assessment Report was submitted to An Bord Pleanála (ABP) by the Council on 15 September, 2017. Approval for the scheme was received from ABP on...

Written Answers — Department of Public Expenditure and Reform: Garda Station Refurbishment (15 May 2018)

Kevin Moran: The Office of Public Works has acquired a property in Bailieborough for a new Garda Station. The OPW is now finalising planning documentation and a Part 9 Planning application will be lodged in the next number of weeks. Until Planning, the required Public Procurement Process and Contract award are completed it is not possible to give a definitive date for construction completion.

Written Answers — Department of Public Expenditure and Reform: State Properties (15 May 2018)

Kevin Moran: The Commissioners of Public Works are currently examining all options in relation to the re-development of the Hawkins House site, with a view to maximising the benefit of the site to the State. This process must also take account of the re-development proposals of the adjacent property owners, as the Hawkins House site is part of a wider Dublin City Council Local Area Plan.