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Written Answers — Flood Relief: Flood Relief (2 Oct 2007)

Noel Ahern: The Commissioners of Public Works have no responsibility for maintenance of the river in the area concerned. However, the Office of Public Works is happy to assist with technical advice and guidance in this matter. To this end, Officials from the OPW met with Officials from Mayo Co. Council, together with an elected member of Mayo Co. Council last year and a possible solution was proposed...

Written Answers — Bridge Repairs: Bridge Repairs (2 Oct 2007)

Noel Ahern: A formal re-opening will take place at Swiss Cottage in March 2008 and the site will be open from mid-March to mid-October.

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

Noel Ahern: I propose to take Questions Nos. 181 and 182 together. The Commissioners of Public Works have signed a contract for sale for a site at Roxborough for a new Garda Station in Wexford. The Vendor's Solicitor and the Chief State Solicitor are currently concluding the legal arrangements, as a priority, in order to finalise this transaction. The purchase price will be made public on completion of...

Written Answers — Decentralisation Programme: Decentralisation Programme (27 Sep 2007)

Noel Ahern: I propose to take Questions Nos. 50 and 51 together. The policy in relation to vacant space arising from decentralisation is to dispose of it in an appropriate and cost effective manner where it is not needed for other State use. Any space which has become vacant to date has been managed in accordance with this policy. As of now, the main vacant space is in the following leased premises. ...

Financial Markets. (27 Sep 2007)

Noel Ahern: The first and most important point I wish to make on behalf of the Tánaiste in responding to these issues is to highlight the importance of a well capitalised and soundly regulated banking system in underpinning the safety and security of savings, particularly in situations of financial uncertainty. Ireland has an excellent regulatory regime and a very solid banking system. The recently...

Financial Markets. (27 Sep 2007)

Noel Ahern: The UK authorities have made it clear that Northern Rock is solvent, exceeds its regulatory capital requirement and has a good quality loan book. The UK Chancellor's statement that all deposits are safe was obviously welcome and was successful in reassuring savers in Northern Rock, including those in Ireland. The Tánaiste would note that the Central Bank and Financial Services Authority of...

Written Answers — Refurbishment Projects: Refurbishment Projects (26 Sep 2007)

Noel Ahern: The Commissioners of Public Works consider that the Custom House is in good condition. The Commissioners have undertaken a series of minor building projects which have been completed in the recent past. Other projects are under way. These include the provision of disabled access, toilet & shower facilities, the installation of closed circuit TV cameras and the installation if air...

Written Answers — Garda Stations: Garda Stations (26 Sep 2007)

Noel Ahern: The construction of the new Garda Station in Leixlip, Co. Kildare is progressing well and is due for completion in Autumn 2008.

Written Answers — Recycling Facilities: Recycling Facilities (26 Sep 2007)

Noel Ahern: The site in question which was originally part of St. Enda's Park, was acquired by the Local Authority from Senator Margaret Pearse prior to the transfer of St. Enda's Park to the Office of Public Works. My Office is in discussions with the Local Authority about the feasibility of transferring ownership of it to the State, for the purpose of re-integrating this tract of ground into St....

Written Answers — Flood Relief: Flood Relief (26 Sep 2007)

Noel Ahern: An environmental impact assessment commissioned by the Commissioners of Public Works is being prepared at present. The assessment will be completed upon receipt of data in relation to the impact of a proposed solution on water levels in the channel, which is currently being generated by the ESB. It is expected that the report will be referred to the National Parks and Wildlife Service and...

Written Answers — Garda Stations: Garda Stations (26 Sep 2007)

Noel Ahern: Having reached agreement on terms and conditions, the Commissioners of Public Works are currently finalising all legal matters with the Landlord relating to the Lease Agreement for Crusheen Garda Station, Co. Clare. Every effort to progress this matter is being made by the Commissioners.

Written Answers — Flood Relief: Flood Relief (26 Sep 2007)

Noel Ahern: I propose to take Questions Nos. 208 to 212, inclusive, and 232 together. The flooding of the River Deel in Crossmolina is being jointly examined by Mayo County Council and the Office of Public Works with a view to providing a viable solution to the problem in the area. Mayo County Council are currently undertaking minor mitigating works and when these are completed, a detailed survey will be...

Written Answers — Flood Relief: Flood Relief (26 Sep 2007)

Noel Ahern: I propose to take Questions Nos. 213 and 214 together. Following heavy and persistent rain in December and January last, flooding occurred at a number of locations in South Mayo. The main areas affected were Clyard and Thomastown, Kilmaine, the Neale and Hollymount. The Office of Public Works is currently working with Mayo County Council and other relevant bodies to devise solutions to the...

Written Answers — Departmental Properties: Departmental Properties (26 Sep 2007)

Noel Ahern: The Office of Public Works (OPW) is currently populating the advance office in Co. Mayo with some 30 posts. OPW has acquired the site for permanent offices in Co. Mayo and it is expected that this building will be ready for occupation in 2009. The permanent building will be procured on a design build basis. OPW are currently assessing the expressions of interest received and it is expected...

Written Answers — Departmental Properties: Departmental Properties (26 Sep 2007)

Noel Ahern: The Minister has agreed to waive his interest (if any) in the property adjacent to 55 Carrigmore Park in favour of the Applicant. The Chief State Solicitor's Office are awaiting documentation from the Property Registration Authority and on receipt of this the Deed of Waiver will be processed.

Written Answers — Remedial Works: Remedial Works (26 Sep 2007)

Noel Ahern: While the Commissioners of Public Works have responsibility for maintaining some embankments in this area the structures referred to in the question form part of the estates managed by the Public Trustee, an official of the Department of Agriculture, Fisheries & Food. However, in this instance I have instructed my officials to carry out a study to ascertain the feasibility and cost of the...

Written Answers — Departmental Offices: Departmental Offices (26 Sep 2007)

Noel Ahern: The Commissioners of Public Works are currently considering alternative State uses for the space to be vacated by the Road Safety Authority when the staff currently based in the Government Offices in Ballina move to their new offices.

Written Answers — Decentralisation Programme: Decentralisation Programme (26 Sep 2007)

Noel Ahern: Tenders for the provision of office accommodation for the Property Registration Authority in Roscommon are due in October 2007. Following evaluation of the tenders it is expected that a Preferred Tenderer will be selected by December 2007 who will then be instructed to apply for planning permission. On receipt of satisfactory planning permission, the OPW will request the Preferred Tenderer...

Written Answers — Garda Stations: Garda Stations (26 Sep 2007)

Noel Ahern: The Commissioners of Public Works are involved in ongoing discussions with the Department of Justice, Equality & Law Reform and the Garda Authorities in relation to a proposed Rural Garda Station Programme. Dundrum Garda Station, Co. Tipperary will be included in this programme.

Written Answers — Site Acquisitions: Site Acquisitions (26 Sep 2007)

Noel Ahern: A meeting between OPW Technical Staff and the Vendor is to take place on Wednesday 26th September to address access to services in accordance with the grant of planning; the conveyancing process will then proceed in the normal manner.