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Written Answers — Department of Public Expenditure and Reform: Appointments to State Boards (27 Feb 2013)

Brian Hayes: As the Deputy is aware in 2011 the Government introduced new arrangements for the appointment of State board members. Under the new arrangements Departments now invite expressions of interest from the public in vacancies on the boards of bodies under their aegis on their websites. It is open to all members of the public regardless of gender, political affiliations or geographically location...

Written Answers — Department of Public Expenditure and Reform: Planning Issues (27 Feb 2013)

Brian Hayes: The conveyancing of the property at Derrynane from the Commissioners of Public Works to Kerry County Council has been a complex legal process. The key issue is establishing title documentation. I understand that the matter has progressed significantly in conjunction with the Chief State Solicitor's Office (CSSO) and I am informed that draft contract documents have now been prepared by the...

Written Answers — Department of Public Expenditure and Reform: Flooding Issues (27 Feb 2013)

Brian Hayes: The Office of Public Works does not provide direct financial assistance to individual households affected by flooding. Households experiencing exceptional financial distress as a result of flooding can apply for Humanitarian Aid which is administered by the Department of the Social Protection. Details on Humanitarian Aid and Urgent Needs Allowances are available on that...

Written Answers — Department of Public Expenditure and Reform: Flood Prevention Measures (26 Feb 2013)

Brian Hayes: On foot of an application from Kilkenny County Council under the Minor Flood Works Scheme, the OPW allocated funding of €198,000 in 2010 for flood mitigation works at this location, consisting of channel cleaning and construction of a wall along the River Barrow. A total of €52,185 has been drawn down by the Council to date. The Council reported in late 2012 that, following...

Written Answers — Department of Public Expenditure and Reform: Telecommunications Services Expenditure (26 Feb 2013)

Brian Hayes: The information sought by the Deputy in relation to the income to the state arising from telecommunication companies is currently being collated and a detailed response will issue within a week.

Written Answers — Department of Public Expenditure and Reform: Apprenticeship Programmes (26 Feb 2013)

Brian Hayes: The Office of Public Works (OPW) has a long and successful history of involvement with the State training agencies in the area of apprenticeships. Over the years the OPW has worked closely with the various bodies such as FÁS (previously ANCO), Teagasc and the colleges of technology in a variety of endeavours, ranging from the provision of training placements for redundant apprentices,...

Written Answers — Department of Public Expenditure and Reform: Flood Relief Schemes Funding (26 Feb 2013)

Brian Hayes: Following an examination and inspections, the OPW has identified mitigation measures that may provide a solution to the flooding problem in Sneem. The OPW will carry out further analysis of the viability and effectiveness of these measures over the Summer including preliminary quantification of their costs and benefits with a view to discussing with Kerry County Council the appropriate way to...

Written Answers — Department of Public Expenditure and Reform: National Monuments (26 Feb 2013)

Brian Hayes: The opening and closing dates of Skellig Michael for visitors in 2013 will be 17th May to 30th September. As is normal, the effective operational date for the Monument is required to be approx 2 to 3 weeks in advance of the public opening and the Office of Public Works (OPW) staff will therefore be travelling to the island from approx late April/early May, weather permitting. This is...

Written Answers — Department of Public Expenditure and Reform: Flood Relief Schemes Funding (26 Feb 2013)

Brian Hayes: The Office of Public Works recently approved funding of €10,000 under the Minor Flood Mitigation Works & Coastal Protection Scheme to Leitrim County Council to carry out a feasibility study to assess the flooding problem at River Reane at Tully Lough in the Fenagh area. The progression of the study is matter for Leitrim County Council.

Written Answers — Department of Public Expenditure and Reform: Rights of Way (21 Feb 2013)

Brian Hayes: A scheme is being prepared for new fencing to replace the existing fencing along the Celbridge Avenue and to extend the railings at the Celbridge Avenue gate towards the river Liffey. Fencing is required to protect the demesne from vandalism. The overall cost has not been determined as yet. While the erection of fencing will improve the protection of Castletown demesne, particularly at night...

Written Answers — Department of Public Expenditure and Reform: Coastal Erosion (21 Feb 2013)

Brian Hayes: Investigation and addressing problems of coastal erosion is, in the first instance, a matter for the local authority concerned. It is open to local authorities to apply for funding under the Office of Public Works' Minor Flood Mitigation Works and Coastal Protection Scheme. Any application received will be assessed under the revised eligibility criteria for coastal protection measures...

Written Answers — Department of Public Expenditure and Reform: Flood Risk Assessments (21 Feb 2013)

Brian Hayes: The Office of Public Works is currently undertaking a national programme of flood risk assessment and management planning, known as CFRAM Studies (Catchment-based Flood Risk Assessment & Management Studies), in line with the European Directive on the Assessment and Management of Flood Risk (2007/EC/60) and Irish Law (Statutory Instrument No. 122 of 2010). Complete background information...

Finance Bill 2013: Second Stage (Resumed) (20 Feb 2013)

Brian Hayes: Hear, hear.

Finance Bill 2013: Second Stage (Resumed) (20 Feb 2013)

Brian Hayes: We are getting paid for it.

Finance Bill 2013: Second Stage (Resumed) (20 Feb 2013)

Brian Hayes: It was built using European money.

Finance Bill 2013: Second Stage (Resumed) (20 Feb 2013)

Brian Hayes: Exports.

Finance Bill 2013: Second Stage (Resumed) (20 Feb 2013)

Brian Hayes: It is energy, Deputy.

Finance Bill 2013: Second Stage (Resumed) (20 Feb 2013)

Brian Hayes: I do actually.

Finance Bill 2013: Second Stage (Resumed) (20 Feb 2013)

Brian Hayes: It is capacity.

Finance Bill 2013: Second Stage (Resumed) (20 Feb 2013)

Brian Hayes: So we should not be doing it.