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Written Answers — Department of Public Expenditure and Reform: Flood Relief Schemes (4 Jul 2019)

Kevin Moran: A pre-feasibility study into the flooding issues in Ballinhassig has been completed by the Office of Public Works (OPW) and has identified a preferred option for the area. Further assessment of the environmental impacts is currently being reviewed to inform the planning process, after which the project will progress to planning and detailed design. While it is not possible to provide a...

Written Answers — Department of Public Expenditure and Reform: Office of Public Works Projects (3 Jul 2019)

Kevin Moran: Nenagh Castle has already been fully conserved and is open to the public, so no further investment is therefore required in the historic building in the short term. The question of rehabilitation and adaptation of the nearby two derelict houses on Pearse St. is currently under review in the context of future tourism development of the entire historic town quarter and once an...

Written Answers — Department of Public Expenditure and Reform: Garda Station Refurbishment (3 Jul 2019)

Kevin Moran: I can confirm that the Office of Public Works has carried out refurbishment works valued at greater than €5000 in seven Garda Stations in the Roscommon Longford Division in 2018 and 2019. Details of these works are given in the table. All of these works are complete and included works funded by both the Office of Public Works and An Garda Síochána. Garda Station...

Written Answers — Department of Public Expenditure and Reform: Flood Relief Schemes Status (2 Jul 2019)

Kevin Moran: The implementation of the Clare River (Claregalway) Flood Relief Scheme has been ongoing over the last three years with the works being progressed by the Office of Public Works (OPW) direct labour force. However, in recognition of the significant flooding problems in the area it was agreed to proceed with advance interim measures to reduce flood risk and by 2012 the following remedial works...

Written Answers — Department of Public Expenditure and Reform: State Properties (2 Jul 2019)

Kevin Moran: The Commissioners of Public Works carry out refurbishment works on State property on a regular basis to meet new requirements as they arise.  Also, as building services and fit outs reach end of life, properties are targeted for refurbishment.  This form of retrofitting would also upgrade the property to meet modern standards in terms of the Building Regulations and energy...

Written Answers — Department of Public Expenditure and Reform: Flood Relief Schemes Status (26 Jun 2019)

Kevin Moran: The King’s Island Flood Relief Scheme forms an advanced part of the overall Limerick City & Environs Flood Relief Scheme. Following severe flooding in Limerick City in February 2014, a commitment to funding both temporary and permanent flood defence works was given by the Office of Public Works (OPW) to Limerick City and County Council (LCCC). Funding was provided by the Office...

Written Answers — Department of Public Expenditure and Reform: Flood Relief Schemes Status (26 Jun 2019)

Kevin Moran: The Catchment-based Flood Risk Assessment and Management (CFRAM) programme, the largest ever flood risk study carried out in the State, culminated with the launch of 29 Flood Risk Management Plans on 3 May 2018. These Plans proposed 118 new outline flood relief projects on top of the 42 major projects already completed and the 33 major schemes within the existing capital works programme of...

Written Answers — Department of Public Expenditure and Reform: Flood Relief Schemes Status (26 Jun 2019)

Kevin Moran: Castleconnell, Co. Limerick, was one of 300 areas believed to be at significant flood risk nationally, and hence assessed as part of the Catchment Flood Risk Assessment and Management (CFRAM) Programme, the largest ever flood risk study carried out in the State. The CFRAM Programme culminated with the launch of 29 Flood Risk Management Plans on 3 May 2018, and proposed 118 new outline flood...

Written Answers — Department of Public Expenditure and Reform: Brexit Preparations (25 Jun 2019)

Kevin Moran: All of the required infrastructure in Dublin Port is in place and is ready to be operationalised in the event of a no-deal Brexit. Temporary infrastructure is in place in Rosslare Harbour and ready to be operationalised. Enhanced inspection facilities are being developed and will be in place by October 2019. Works are ongoing to provide permanent infrastructure in Dublin Airport and this...

Written Answers — Department of Public Expenditure and Reform: Flood Relief Schemes (20 Jun 2019)

Kevin Moran: I propose to take Questions Nos. 19 and 37 together. I am happy to say that the Office of Public Works and Donegal County Council have been working constructively to address flooding issues across Donegal and I am very satisfied with the progress that has been made on the implementation of new flood relief schemes in the County since I announced, in May 2018, 29 Flood Risk Management...

Written Answers — Department of Public Expenditure and Reform: Flood Risk Management (20 Jun 2019)

Kevin Moran: The capital allocation for Flood Risk Management in the 2019 Vote of the Office of Public Works (OPW) was originally €76.127 million, but was subsequently reduced to €73.127 million in a reallocation in relation to the National Children’s Hospital. Expenditure on this particular subhead is currently running at just over €11million. This figure does not take into...

Written Answers — Department of Public Expenditure and Reform: Heritage Sites (20 Jun 2019)

Kevin Moran: The Office of Public Works (OPW) is highly conscious that the iconic heritage sites in State care play a significant role in attracting tourists to Ireland and accordingly the Office already has a strong focus on a multifaceted approach to the promotion of these sites in partnership with other stakeholders including the Department of Culture, Heritage & the Gaeltacht, Fáilte...

Written Answers — Department of Public Expenditure and Reform: Heritage Promotion (20 Jun 2019)

Kevin Moran: Currently, the OPW sells Heritage Cards through a number of channels, the primary ones being by telephone from its Visitor Services administration centre and at its Guided visitor sites around the country.Cards are valid for 1 year from the date of first use and are offered in a number of categories: - Adult  (€40) - Senior  (€30) - Child (12 - 18) ...

Written Answers — Department of Public Expenditure and Reform: Wildlife Data (20 Jun 2019)

Kevin Moran: As part of the Phoenix Park Conservation Management Plan, published in 2011, a habitat survey was undertaken on behalf of the Office Public Works. This Conservation Management Plan, along with various surveys are available on the Phoenix Park website A variety of surveys have been undertaken in the Phoenix Park on behalf of the OPW over the years generating detailed inventories of wildlife...

Written Answers — Department of Public Expenditure and Reform: Heritage Sites (20 Jun 2019)

Kevin Moran: It is assumed that the Question relates to the planned works on the graveyard perimeter wall. Works at the north- west section at the entrance to the graveyard are now complete as is most of the west wall section. Conservation works on the south wall are due to commence shortly.

Written Answers — Department of Public Expenditure and Reform: Garda Stations (20 Jun 2019)

Kevin Moran: The Office of Public Works, together with the Department of Justice and Equality and An Garda Síochána are working closely in delivering the Government approved Garda Capital Plan 2016-2021. While no new premises are listed for Co. Meath, significant works are in the development stage for Navan Garda Station to include a new cell block, custody facilities and additional...

Written Answers — Department of Public Expenditure and Reform: Office of Public Works Projects (20 Jun 2019)

Kevin Moran: During the observation period, which ran from 19th March 2019 until 31st May 2019, one thousand, five hundred and twelve (1,512) comments were submitted to the Office of Public Works in respect of the Draft Phoenix Park Visitor Experience Strategic Review. OPW is now engaged in a detailed process of reviewing all of these comments and observations. It is not possible at this stage to say when...

Written Answers — Department of Public Expenditure and Reform: Flood Relief Schemes Applications (20 Jun 2019)

Kevin Moran: I have been advised by the Office of Public Works (OPW) that an application has been submitted by Cork County Council under the Minor Flood Mitigation Works and Coastal Protection Scheme for a project at the location mentioned in the deputy’s question. This application is currently being assessed and the Council will be advised of the outcome when complete.

Written Answers — Department of Public Expenditure and Reform: Office of Public Works Properties (19 Jun 2019)

Kevin Moran: Officials in my Department have informed me that correspondence from the legal representatives of the person referred to by the deputy has been received recently. This correspondence is being considered and a response will issue shortly.

Written Answers — Department of Public Expenditure and Reform: Office of Public Works Properties (19 Jun 2019)

Kevin Moran: The Commissioners of Public Works, on behalf of the State, manage a large and diverse property portfolio, which ranges from office accommodation to visitor centres, Garda stations, among others. The acquisition of property is subject to a range of factors including the suitability of a property to meet a particular requirement. At present, the Commissioners of Public Works have no...