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Written Answers — Decentralisation Programme: Decentralisation Programme (10 Oct 2007)

Noel Ahern: The evaluation of the shortlisted property solutions for Macroom is at an advanced stage and it is hoped that a decision as to the preferred option will be made shortly.

Written Answers — Decentralisation Programme: Decentralisation Programme (10 Oct 2007)

Noel Ahern: I propose to take Questions Nos. 167 to 170, inclusive, together. The Commissioners of Public Works have agreed terms to purchase a site comprising 1.76 hectares/4.5 acres at Station Road, Newbridge from Kildare Co Council. The terms agreed were approved by Kildare Co Council in January 07. The site is currently being used as a soccer pitch by a local sports club. The Commissioners will...

Written Answers — State Property: State Property (10 Oct 2007)

Noel Ahern: The information regarding the properties owned/leased by the Department of Finance/Commissioners of Public Works in Ireland will take significant staff time to compile. I propose to provide the information directly to the Deputy as soon as possible. Information regarding additional acquisitions and disposals is commercially sensitive and will only be made public when appropriate.

Written Answers — Departmental Properties: Departmental Properties (10 Oct 2007)

Noel Ahern: Details of the leased space used/occupied by Department of Finance staff are set out in the table below. Building Name Address Location Use Commence Expiry Annual Rent € Hatch Street 13-15 13-15 Hatch Street (part) Dublin 2 Office 01 Sep. '78 31 Aug '13 303,308 Merrion Row 2-4 2-4 Merrion Row (part) Dublin 2 Office 01 Aug '02 01 Aug '22 312,116 Mount St. Lr. 73-79 Ballaugh House...

Written Answers — Flood Relief: Flood Relief (10 Oct 2007)

Noel Ahern: The Office of Public Works is currently engaged with Mayo County Council in investigating the cause of the problem at the area referred to. It is intended to undertake a survey of the area shortly with a view to identifying measures to reduce the flood risk.

Seanad: Site Acquisitions. (10 Oct 2007)

Noel Ahern: A site of about 2.25 acres was acquired in 2005 in Buncrana to facilitate the provision of a new local office and a decentralised office for the Department of Social and Family Affairs. As Senator Keaveney noted, there was an additional requirement in Buncrana for a new Garda district headquarters. The existing Garda station is inadequate to such an extent that the gardaí are moving to...

Written Answers — Tuberculosis Incidence: Tuberculosis Incidence (9 Oct 2007)

Noel Ahern: The Office of Public Works manages two sites with wild deer herds, Doneraile Park in County Cork and the Phoenix Park in Dublin. The wild deer herd at Doneraile currently consists of 172 animals. The last cull was carried out two years ago. An average cull would consist of about 30 animals. The question of traffic accidents involving deer is not an issue in Doneraile Park. Tuberculosis...

Written Answers — Departmental Properties: Departmental Properties (9 Oct 2007)

Noel Ahern: The properties in the ownership of the Commissioner of Public Works/Minister for Finance in Dublin 15 are scheduled in the table below. Property Code Name Address Comment P4241 Blanchardstown former Garda Station and Telephone Exchange Main Street, Blanchardstown, Dublin 15 This property is being looked at with a view to future use by the Garda Authorities P4693 Blanchardstown Garda...

Written Answers — Departmental Properties: Departmental Properties (9 Oct 2007)

Noel Ahern: The building referred to has been allocated to the Department of Transport for use as a Driving Test Centre. A planning application has recently been lodged with the local Planning Authority.

Written Answers — Decentralisation Programme: Decentralisation Programme (9 Oct 2007)

Noel Ahern: The Commissioners of Public Works have received a number of proposals offering potentially suitable sites for the new Headquarters of the Department of Community, Rural and Gaeltacht Affairs in Charlestown, County Mayo. These proposals are currently being technically assessed. When this process is completed, negotiations will commence with the owners of the preferred site options. When a...

Written Answers — Decentralisation Programme: Decentralisation Programme (9 Oct 2007)

Noel Ahern: The Commissioners of Public Works have agreed terms to purchase a site comprising 1.76 hectares/4.5 acres at Station Road, Newbridge from Kildare County Council. The terms agreed were approved by Kildare County Council in January 07. The site is currently being used as a soccer pitch by a local sports club. The Commissioners will shortly complete the planning process which has been...

Written Answers — Cycle Facilities: Cycle Facilities (9 Oct 2007)

Noel Ahern: The Office of Public Works is aware that a number of pedestrians tend to use the cycle lanes in the Phoenix park despite the fact that the cycle lanes are clearly indicated both by bicycle symbols imprinted on them and a unique green colour which clearly distinguishes them from the separate black pedestrian paths. A number of initiatives have been introduced to promote greater public awareness.

Written Answers — Decentralisation Programme: Decentralisation Programme (4 Oct 2007)

Noel Ahern: The Commissioners of Public Works have received a number of proposals offering potentially suitable sites for the new Headquarters of the Department of Community, Rural and Gaeltacht affairs in Charlestown, County Mayo. These proposals are currently being technically assessed. When this process is completed, negotiations will commence with the owners of the preferred site options.

Written Answers — Flood Relief: Flood Relief (4 Oct 2007)

Noel Ahern: The original works proposed for the Tramore Road under the John's River Flood Relief Scheme were not economically viable and the Commissioners of Public Works met with Waterford City Council to see if an economically and environmentally sustainable scheme could be devised. As the road passes through Kilbarry Bog, which is a National Heritage Area, it was agreed that an Environmental Impact...

Written Answers — Ministerial Expenses: Ministerial Expenses (3 Oct 2007)

Noel Ahern: The Minister of State at the Department of Finance with special responsibility for the Office of Public Works has received a total of €528.71 in expenses, broken down as follows: 20/06/07 to 1/10/07 € Foreign Travel 378.71 Miscellaneous 150.00 The following expenses were paid to the Minister of State at the OPW for the period 19/06/02 to 19/06/07 under the following headings and do...

Written Answers — Site Acquisitions: Site Acquisitions (3 Oct 2007)

Noel Ahern: The Chief State Solicitor continues to await closing documents from the Vendors Solicitor. Until the sale has been finalised it would be inappropriate to discuss the exact financial details of this transaction. I can confirm however the purchase monies have been forwarded to the Vendors Solicitor in accordance with Law Society practice and is held in trust until all closing requirements are...

Written Answers — Garda Stations: Garda Stations (2 Oct 2007)

Noel Ahern: The Commissioners of Public Works are currently sourcing a suitable site in the Swords area for the development of a new Garda Headquarters and a new Court House on the same campus.

Written Answers — Public Transport: Public Transport (2 Oct 2007)

Noel Ahern: I propose to take Questions Nos. 169 to 171, inclusive, together. One of the measures contained in the Phoenix Park Transportation Study, dated October 2006, relates to the provision of a public bus service to the city, through the Phoenix Park. Arising from this, the OPW entered into discussions with Dublin Bus who responded recently to the effect that in order to make the service feasible,...

Written Answers — Road Network: Road Network (2 Oct 2007)

Noel Ahern: It is expected that all works at the Swiss Cottage will be completed this year.

Written Answers — Community Parks: Community Parks (2 Oct 2007)

Noel Ahern: The Commissioners of Public Works have had no written request from the local community to provide a park on ground within the local Garda Station referred to.