Results 41-60 of 2,156 for speaker:Tom Parlon

Written Answers — Garda Stations: Garda Stations (4 Apr 2007)

Tom Parlon: Construction of the new Garda Station in Leixlip is under way and completion is expected in Autumn 2008.

Written Answers — Garda Stations: Garda Stations (3 Apr 2007)

Tom Parlon: I refer the Deputy to Parliamentary Questions No's. 319 & 276 dated 20th March, 2007. The position has not changed since that date.

Written Answers — Archaeological Sites: Archaeological Sites (3 Apr 2007)

Tom Parlon: The site to which the Deputy refers will be open to the public with a full guide service from 15 May to 4 October. Arrangements are also in place to accommodate school groups outside of this period. The question of extending the opening of the site to cover the period of the Wexford Opera Festival will be considered in 2008 when the festival returns to its normal October dates.

Written Answers — Health and Safety: Health and Safety (3 Apr 2007)

Tom Parlon: The Commissioners of Public Works have carried out a number of surveys in the basement area of Leinster House to determine the location, type, form and condition of any asbestos materials present and the steps required to manage the problem. Works identified as necessary were carried out as soon as possible under strict supervision and controlled conditions, in accordance with all relevant...

Written Answers — Archaeological Sites: Archaeological Sites (3 Apr 2007)

Tom Parlon: Built in the 1560's Ormonde Castle is perhaps the best example of an Elizabethan manor house in Ireland and as such is an important element in the Heritage Sites of Ireland programme presented by the Office of Public Works. The site is generally open to the public from mid June to mid September. A number of initiatives have been put in place in recent times to increase the numbers of...

Written Answers — Departmental Staff: Departmental Staff (3 Apr 2007)

Tom Parlon: There are no excess staff in the Office of Public Works (OPW). The staffing complement in the OPW operates within authorised staffing levels that are agreed on an on-going basis with the Department of Finance. The Decentralisation Programme includes the relocation of OPW to three locations: Trim, Co. Meath, (OPW HQ); Claremorris, Co. Mayo and Kanturk, Co. Cork. OPW continues to review the...

Written Answers — Garda Stations: Garda Stations (3 Apr 2007)

Tom Parlon: The Commissioners of Public Works expect to place a contract very soon for the construction of the new Garda Station at Finglas, Dublin.

National Development Finance Agency (Amendment) Bill 2006: Report Stage (Resumed) and Final Stage (3 Apr 2007)

Tom Parlon: I will make two general points. This Bill is amending legislation. The basic legislative proposals for State authorities to undertake PPPs are already enacted. This is Report Stage of a small piece of amending legislation designed to improve the capability of Departments or agencies to procure PPP projects outside the areas of transport and environmental areas. In response to Deputy Boyle,...

Written Answers — State Property: State Property (29 Mar 2007)

Tom Parlon: There are no plans to relocate the existing driving test centre at Circular Road. It is envisaged, however, that the existing facilities will be upgraded.

Written Answers — Site Acquisitions: Site Acquisitions (29 Mar 2007)

Tom Parlon: The Commissioners of Public Works in Ireland act as agents for the Department of Education & Science in the acquisition of sites for primary schools. The Commissioners finalised the purchase of a site for Rathcroghan National School on 23rd January, 2007.

Written Answers — Site Acquisitions: Site Acquisitions (29 Mar 2007)

Tom Parlon: The agents who are engaged to deal with the purchase of the site in question are part of the multi-disciplinary design team which was selected by an EU wide procurement process to produce a redevelopment plan for the Mountjoy Jail site. This purchase was made to enhance those development possibilities. The agent was paid a fee for this purchase of €94,000 (plus VAT) equivalent to 0.4% of...

Written Answers — Drainage Schemes: Drainage Schemes (28 Mar 2007)

Tom Parlon: The Commissioners of Public Works have reviewed the status of the channels of the Corrib Mask Scheme in the area concerned, and are not aware of any such channel requiring maintenance within the routine maintenance programme. If a specific channel within the scheme requires further maintenance, this should be brought to the attention of the Commissioners whereon the matter will be investigated.

Written Answers — Garda Stations: Garda Stations (27 Mar 2007)

Tom Parlon: The Commissioners of Public Works operate the Garda Accommodation programme from a prioritised list provided by the Department of Justice, Equality and Law Reform and the Garda Authorities. Financial resources are set aside based on planned works arising from this list. The Garda Authorities have sanctioned approval to upgrade the mechanical and electrical systems to the cell area and also...

Written Answers — Garda Stations: Garda Stations (27 Mar 2007)

Tom Parlon: I propose to take Questions Nos. 243 and 251 to 253, inclusive, together. The Commissioners of Public Works are reappraising the site of the existing Garda Station at Tallaght with a view to maximising the development potential for the State. Planning is now underway for a major development of the site to include all Garda requirements for Tallaght and a new Courthouse. It is expected that...

Written Answers — Drainage Schemes: Drainage Schemes (27 Mar 2007)

Tom Parlon: The Commissioners of Public Works have not been made aware of the flooding in the area concerned. I will arrange to have the matter investigated at an early date.

Written Answers — Garda Stations: Garda Stations (27 Mar 2007)

Tom Parlon: The Commissioners for Public Works are currently in negotiations with the landlord regarding the renewal of the lease on the Garda Station. Crusheen Garda Station will re-open following the execution of the lease.

Written Answers — Garda Stations: Garda Stations (27 Mar 2007)

Tom Parlon: The following Garda Stations in the Dublin region have been listed in the past 2 years on the Garda Building Priority list for major capital expenditure. The Garda Building Priority list is compiled by the Department of Justice, Equality and Law Reform and Garda Authorities and advised to the Commissioners of Public Works. Finglas, Dublin 11 Kill O'Grange, Co. Dublin Ballymun, Dublin 11...

Written Answers — Schools Building Projects: Schools Building Projects (27 Mar 2007)

Tom Parlon: The Commissioners of Public Works in Ireland act as agents for the Department of Education and Science in the acquisition of sites for schools. The Commissioners in consultation with the Department of Education and Science are currently examining the feasibility of using the existing Rossa College site for the amalgamation project.

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

Tom Parlon: Under the Government's Decentralisation Programme it is proposed to relocate posts in the Health and Safety Authority to Thomastown, County Kilkenny. The Commissioners of Public Works have informed me that they have signed a contract for a suitable site in Thomastown. It is a condition of the contract that the site in question has the appropriate zoning. It is expected that the sale will...

Written Answers — State Property: State Property (27 Mar 2007)

Tom Parlon: Agreement had been reached between the State and the late owner of the property concerned regarding its acquisition without encumbrances. However, a number of complex legal issues have arisen since the death of the owner. My Office has been in close contact with the executor seeking to resolve these issues. The matters are being vigorously pursued by the OPW in consultation with the Office...