Results 261-280 of 2,156 for speaker:Tom Parlon

Written Answers — Flood Relief: Flood Relief (31 Jan 2007)

Tom Parlon: A structural engineers report on the condition of the bridge referred to by the Deputy was received by the Office of Public Works in late December, 2006. A follow up meeting to discuss the findings of this report was held with the engineers on 15 January, 2007. Following on from these discussions the position is that major structural repairs are required as a matter of urgency to ensure the...

Written Answers — Flood Relief: Flood Relief (31 Jan 2007)

Tom Parlon: It is anticipated that, subject to Confirmation of the Scheme by the Minister for Finance, construction of the scheme referred to by the Deputy will commence in the Autumn. The construction of stand alone embankments at an earlier date, probably in the Spring, is being considered.

Written Answers — Flood Relief: Flood Relief (31 Jan 2007)

Tom Parlon: The Commissioners of Public Works will carry out works to the embankments in the River Cashen area this year. They will then monitor the impact on the land affected by this work and of the pump already installed on a trial basis to ensure that the delicate balance between flood alleviation and damage to the lands due to over-drainage is maintained before deciding whether to install further pumps.

Written Answers — County Galway Landslide: County Galway Landslide (31 Jan 2007)

Tom Parlon: The Commissioners of Public Works have no responsibility in respect of this matter. I am advised by the Commissioners that they have not been requested by any other agency to assist in dealing with it. The provision of humanitarian aid where it is considered warranted is a matter for the Department of Social, Community and Family Affairs.

Written Answers — Flood Relief: Flood Relief (31 Jan 2007)

Tom Parlon: Under the 2007 Work Programme, approximately 95 kms of low-grade channels will be cleaned in the Corrib and Moy catchments using the three weed-cutting boats. This figure is broken down as follows: Corrib Clare Scheme — 71 kms Corrib Mask Scheme — 7.5 kms Corrib Headford Scheme — .5 kms Moy Scheme — 12 kms In the Moy, channels in the Castlebar and Ballyhaunis areas are programmed...

Written Answers — Flood Relief: Flood Relief (31 Jan 2007)

Tom Parlon: I propose to take Questions Nos. 596 and 597 together. The Commissioners of Public Works are engaged in continuing discussions with Kildare County Council in relation to flood relief proposals for both the estate referred to by the Deputy and the Mill Lane area of Leixlip, Co. Kildare.

Written Answers — National Monuments: National Monuments (31 Jan 2007)

Tom Parlon: There were 8,928 visitors to Castletown House, Celbridge, Co. Kildare in 2006. Regarding further works planned for the house, the ongoing conservation works programme for 2007 includes fire and security upgrading works and preparation for the reopening of the tearooms.

Seanad: Appropriation Bill 2006: Second Stage (15 Dec 2006)

Tom Parlon: As today's debate on the 2006 Appropriation Bill will be brief, on the basis that the Seanad intends to have a more substantial debate on the topic of public expenditure early in the new year, I propose to confine my contribution to setting out the purpose of the Bill and its provisions. The main purpose of the Appropriation Bill is to give statutory effect to the departmental Estimates for...

Seanad: Appropriation Bill 2006: Second Stage (15 Dec 2006)

Tom Parlon: I thank the Senators for their contributions. Senator John Paul Phelan referred to the changes that have come about. I remember when we used to talk about big figures as being telephone numbers but now none or our telephone numbers, local or otherwise, would be the size of €50.7 billion. This substantial figure indicates the success of our economy. I thank the staff of the Seanad and...

Seanad: Appropriation Bill 2006: Committee and Remaining Stages (15 Dec 2006)

Tom Parlon: I thank all the Senators in the expedition through the House of the Bill, which is an important piece of housekeeping. I extend my best wishes for Christmas and the new year to all and sundry. I know Senator Phelan said he would reserve fire until the new year. I wish him and his county the very best in the hurling next year.

Written Answers — Departmental Properties: Departmental Properties (14 Dec 2006)

Tom Parlon: The Commissioners of Public Works have informed me that negotiations are continuing for the acquisition of a suitable site in Mullingar.

Written Answers — Flood Relief: Flood Relief (14 Dec 2006)

Tom Parlon: Dublin City Council is the contracting Authority for the River Tolka flood relief works and the Office of Public Works has been advised by the City Council that the wall has been re-evaluated, in the last few weeks, by the Engineering Consultants undertaking the design of the works, and is considered to be high enough to cater for the flood event which the works are constructed for, as well...

Written Answers — Schools Building Projects: Schools Building Projects (14 Dec 2006)

Tom Parlon: I refer to my responses to Parliamentary Question No. 29984/06 of 27th September 2006 and Parliamentary Question No. 36866/06 of 8th November 2006. The updated position remains the same.

Written Answers — Flood Relief: Flood Relief (14 Dec 2006)

Tom Parlon: The Commissioners of Public Works met with Kildare County Council on the 13th November 2006 and it was agreed that flood protection could be provided for Dun Cairn Estate early next year provided the necessary planning process is completed successfully. OPW will undertake the work as agents for the County Council. Since it has been possible to identify a viable scheme it is not considered...

Written Answers — Garda Stations: Garda Stations (14 Dec 2006)

Tom Parlon: It is expected that construction of the new Garda station at Leixlip will commence early in the new year.

Written Answers — Departmental Properties: Departmental Properties (14 Dec 2006)

Tom Parlon: Signed contracts have been forwarded to the vendor's solicitors, week ending 8th December 2006. The purchase is expected to be completed in January 2007.

Written Answers — Traffic Management: Traffic Management (14 Dec 2006)

Tom Parlon: I propose to take Questions Nos. 175 and 179 together. The OPW has engaged in extensive consultations with stakeholders and the local community in relation to their proposed traffic control measures for the Phoenix Park. Following that consultation, the OPW are now considering the issues raised by various parties and hope to amend and finalise their proposals for implementation in the new year.

Written Answers — Garda Stations: Garda Stations (13 Dec 2006)

Tom Parlon: It is expected that a sketch scheme for the new Garda Area Headquarters at Castleisland will be ready by the end of the year for the approval of the Department of Justice, Equality and Law Reform and the Garda Authorities. On approval of the sketch scheme a Part 9 planning process will be initiated in early 2007.

Written Answers — Flood Relief: Flood Relief (13 Dec 2006)

Tom Parlon: OPW has been requested by Mayo County Council to provide funding for flood relief works based on the report in question. It is understood the flooding in question affects the road and some gardens but that no residences or other buildings have been flooded. OPW has a substantial and growing list of areas seeking flood relief where flooding of houses and other premises is causing hardship and...

Written Answers — Decentralisation Programme: Decentralisation Programme (13 Dec 2006)

Tom Parlon: The Office of Public Works has identified a suitable site in Newbridge town for the Department of Defence for 271 staff and negotiations to acquire it are at an advanced stage. OPW are hopeful, subject to all the outstanding planning, legal, technical and negotiation issues being resolved over the coming weeks, that the site can be acquired in time to allow construction to commence next year.