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Seanad: National Development Finance Agency (Amendment) Bill 2006: Second Stage (30 Nov 2006)

Tom Parlon: Senator Leyden must restrain himself.

Seanad: National Development Finance Agency (Amendment) Bill 2006: Second Stage (30 Nov 2006)

Tom Parlon: I can relocate only the posts, not the civil servants.

Seanad: National Development Finance Agency (Amendment) Bill 2006: Second Stage (30 Nov 2006)

Tom Parlon: I thank Senators for their welcome for this legislation and their contributions to the debate. In particular, I thank Senator Leyden for his appreciation of my efforts. He was most generous and warm in his praise. While the Bill is essentially a technical measure extending the functions of the National Development Finance Agency to permit it to procure PPPs for State authorities, I am not...

Seanad: National Development Finance Agency (Amendment) Bill 2006: Committee and Remaining Stages (30 Nov 2006)

Tom Parlon: This is amending legislation to accord new procurement functions on behalf of Departments and agencies to the NDFA, in addition to its existing functions. In the light of our massive infrastructural investment, it is positive legislation. I thank the Senators who contributed to a very open debate for its speedy expedition.

Order of Business (29 Nov 2006)

Tom Parlon: Can the Tánaiste remind us of what she said?

Written Answers — Garda Stations: Garda Stations (28 Nov 2006)

Tom Parlon: The present Garda station premises at Ballyvary, Co. Mayo requires a replacement. A sketch scheme for a new station will be completed at the end of this year. Following approval by the Department of Justice, Equality and Law Reform and the Garda Authorities, a planning consultation under the Part 9 process will be initiated. It is expected that a contract for the construction of the new...

Written Answers — Flood Relief: Flood Relief (28 Nov 2006)

Tom Parlon: I propose to answer Questions Nos. 234 and 235 together. The estimated cost of the Tramore Road element of the proposed Waterford City Flood Relief Scheme was found to exceed the anticipated benefits resulting from the works. In the circumstances it was not possible to include this element in the works which it is currently proposed to carry out. It is anticipated that the first phase of...

Written Answers — Decentralisation Programme: Decentralisation Programme (28 Nov 2006)

Tom Parlon: The Commissioners of Public Works are at an advanced stage in negotiations for the acquisition of a site in Waterford City. It is expected that the site will accommodate staff of the Department of the Environment, Heritage and Local Government together with the Courts Service and the Probation and Welfare Services. The Office of Public Works (OPW) is commencing the formulation of detailed...

Written Answers — Communications Masts: Communications Masts (23 Nov 2006)

Tom Parlon: The Commissioners of Public Works granted licences to mobile phone operators to install telecommunications equipment on the mast at Shankill Garda station. As the terms of the licences have not been breached, there is no basis for a review of the decision to grant the licences.

Seanad: Estimates for Public Services 2007: Statements (Resumed) (23 Nov 2006)

Tom Parlon: I thank Senators from all sides for their wide-ranging contributions to the debate on the 2007 Estimates. Before addressing the specific issues raised, I reiterate that in framing the Estimates the Government sought to strike a balance between providing for spending on improved public services, meaning social and infrastructural priorities, and preserving the sustainability of public...

Written Answers — Garda Stations: Garda Stations (22 Nov 2006)

Tom Parlon: It is expected that tenders for the construction of a new Garda Station in Wexford Town will be invited in late 2007. Construction will commence in early 2008.

Written Answers — Decentralisation Programme: Decentralisation Programme (22 Nov 2006)

Tom Parlon: The Government is committed to the full implementation of the Decentralisation Programme announced in Budget 2004, involving some 10.300 civil and public service jobs in more that 56 locations across some 60 Government Departments/Office and Agencies. My Office is in the process of procuring appropriate properties in the designed locations for the departments and agencies involved, with much...

Written Answers — Decentralisation Programme: Decentralisation Programme (22 Nov 2006)

Tom Parlon: The information requested by the Deputy is contained in the following tabular statement. This information related to leases entered into by the Office of Public Works on behalf of Government Departments since 1st December, 2003. Lease 'Take-on' from 01/12/2003 to date (83 Lease Records) County Location Lease Code Commence Expiry Building Name Department % Share Carlow Carlow LSE1209...

Written Answers — Garda Stations: Garda Stations (22 Nov 2006)

Tom Parlon: I propose to take Questions Nos. 207, 233 to 235, inclusive, together. The Commissioners of Public Works carry out refurbishment projects at the behest of the Garda Authorities and the Department of Justice, Equality & Law Reform. The Office of Public Works are currently working through a list of projects that have been prioritised by the Garda Authorities and the Department of Justice....

Written Answers — Decentralisation Programme: Decentralisation Programme (22 Nov 2006)

Tom Parlon: Overall, the programme of site identification and acquisition is progressing satisfactorily. To date, property acquisition negotiations have been completed or significantly advanced in 35 locations. In the case of 5 locations, Athlone, the Curragh, Navan, Furbo and Sligo, OPW owned sites have been identified and will be used to accommodate decentralised offices. In the case of another 6...

Written Answers — Garda Stations: Garda Stations (22 Nov 2006)

Tom Parlon: The Commissioners of Public Works carried out a major refurbishment of Ballinasloe Garda station in 2003. Since this time the Office of Public Works have acquired additional accommodation to allow for the expansion of the station. I am advised by the Commissioners of Public Works that the Garda Authorities and the Department of Justice, Equality & Law Reform have included Ballinasloe Garda...

Written Answers — Garda Stations: Garda Stations (22 Nov 2006)

Tom Parlon: It is now proposed to build a new Garda station at Elphin, Co. Roscommon. A Sketch Scheme for the new station will be sent to the Department of Justice, Equality and Law Reform and the Garda Authorities for approval in early 2007. A Part 9 planning process will be initiated on receipt of approval. It is expected that work on the new Garda station will commence towards the end of 2007.

Written Answers — Garda Stations: Garda Stations (22 Nov 2006)

Tom Parlon: The Commissioners of Public Works have no plans to carry out refurbishment works to Ballintubber Garda station. Currently, the Commissioners are preparing to advertise early in the new year, for a suitable site for a new Garda station in Ballintubber, in accordance with the priority accorded it by the Department of Justice, Equality and Law Reform. Following the acquisition of a new site, the...

Seanad: Economic Competitiveness: Motion (22 Nov 2006)

Tom Parlon: I am also delighted Senator O'Toole is such a good watchdog. He made fair comments on value for money in Ireland. I was going to comment on his jacket but he is not in the House. Clearly, he threw caution to the wind when he purchased it but it is certainly very becoming. The real story of this Government is lower taxes, more jobs and better public services. This Government has a strong...

Seanad: Economic Competitiveness: Motion (22 Nov 2006)

Tom Parlon: I thank Senators for their views and the opportunity to speak. I especially welcome the opportunity to outline the Government's achievements in terms of managing the economy and the public finances. I will outline the real story which is quite different from Senator John Paul Phelan's flight of fancy when he described some of our inflation rates. I am not sure from which publication he...