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Written Answers — Department of Public Expenditure and Reform: Public Procurement Contracts (21 May 2025)

Kevin Moran: I propose to take Questions Nos. 43 and 45 together. The cost of the relevant Internal Audit report was €20,500 ex VAT.

Written Answers — Department of Public Expenditure and Reform: Office of Public Works (20 May 2025)

Kevin Moran: I propose to take Questions Nos. 351, 352 and 362 together. Following the commencement of Arbitration proceedings between the Irish Children’s Museum Limited (ICML) and the Office of Public Works (OPW), and a subsequent Settlement Agreement (2013), the site of the proposed National Children’s Science Museum (NCSC) was allocated to a portion of the Earlsfort Terrace Complex....

Written Answers — Department of Public Expenditure and Reform: Flood Risk Management (20 May 2025)

Kevin Moran: The current status of relevant flood relief schemes is set out below (Dodder Tidal Phase 1, Dodder Phase 2C, 2D, 2E, and Dodder Phase 3), as well as other relevant information. Dodder Tidal Phase 1 Flood Relief Scheme The Dodder Tidal Flood Relief Scheme was initiated in 2003 following a major tidal flooding event in February 2002. Emergency construction started immediately following this...

Written Answers — Department of Public Expenditure and Reform: Flood Risk Management (20 May 2025)

Kevin Moran: The management of flood risk on the River Shannon is closely intertwined with other uses of the river such as for navigation, dam safety and electricity generation. The Shannon Flood Risk State Agency Co-ordination Working Group was established by the Government in 2016. The Group supports the ongoing co-operation of all State Agencies involved with the River Shannon and works to introduce...

Written Answers — Department of Public Expenditure and Reform: Office of Public Works (20 May 2025)

Kevin Moran: The number of WTE chefs directly employed by the Office of Public Works, as of 13 May 2025, is set out in tabular form below: OPW Chef WTE Chef/Executive Chef/Executive Head Chef 4 Chef 0.62 Chef 0.82 Total 5.44

Written Answers — Department of Public Expenditure and Reform: Capital Expenditure Programme (20 May 2025)

Kevin Moran: I propose to take Questions Nos. 358 and 360 together. The project for a new Garda Station at Bailieborough, Co. Cavan includes conservation of the existing former National Irish Bank building and the construction of a new three storey over basement building to the rear on a site located on the town’s main street. A significant portion of the works have been completed to date. ...

Written Answers — Department of Public Expenditure and Reform: Capital Expenditure Programme (20 May 2025)

Kevin Moran: The project for a new Garda Station at Bailieborough, Co. Cavan includes conservation of the existing former National Irish Bank building and the construction of a new three storey over basement building to the rear on a site located on the town’s main street. A significant portion of the works have been completed to date. The purchase of a neighbouring property by the Office of...

Written Answers — Department of Public Expenditure and Reform: Burial Grounds (20 May 2025)

Kevin Moran: Kilmainham Gaol, National Monument 675, opened in 1796 as the new County Gaol for Dublin and closed in 1924. Today the building symbolises the tradition of militant and constitutional nationalism from the rebellion of 1798 to the Irish Civil War of 1922-23. Leaders of the rebellions of 1798, 1803, 1848, 1867 and 1916 were detained and in some cases executed here. As previously outlined...

Written Answers — Department of Public Expenditure and Reform: Office of Public Works (20 May 2025)

Kevin Moran: The estimated full-year costs to recruit two additional Fire Safety Engineer Grade 1 for OPW is as follows: Total Cost inclusive of employers PRSI: €185,162.00

Written Answers — Department of Public Expenditure and Reform: National Monuments (20 May 2025)

Kevin Moran: The conclusion of the Land transfer agreement is imminent for the relocation of the Turoe Stone and the Office of Public Works awaits confirmation from the Chief State Solicitors Office in this regard. It is important to have this Land Transfer concluded as we cannot progress to submission of Ministerial Consent to the Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage until such time as...

Written Answers — Department of Public Expenditure and Reform: Flood Relief Schemes (20 May 2025)

Kevin Moran: Fifteen projects were identified in County Donegal under the Flood Risk Management Plans announced in May 2018. Nine of these projects are included in the first phase of implementation (i.e. Tranche 1), in addition to one project that was already being progressed for Raphoe. Seven of the nine projects are being delivered by Donegal County Council and the OPW currently fund five staff in the...

Written Answers — Department of Public Expenditure and Reform: Flood Relief Schemes (20 May 2025)

Kevin Moran: In 2018, the OPW completed the National Catchment Flood Risk Assessment and Management (CFRAM) Programme - the largest ever flood risk study in Ireland to date. This study involved an engineering assessment for 300 communities identified as areas of potentially significant flood risk, produced a range of flood maps for potential future as well as present-day conditions, and resulted in 29...

Written Answers — Department of Public Expenditure and Reform: Site Acquisitions (15 May 2025)

Kevin Moran: A new Garda station for the Castletroy and Annacotty area of Limerick is a priority for both An Garda Síochána and the Office of Public Works, and both organisations have been working closely together to realise this goal. AGS have drafted a preliminary Business Case for a new Station and this was received by the OPW late last year. The OPW has completed a market trawl for suitable...

Written Answers — Department of Public Expenditure and Reform: Heritage Sites (15 May 2025)

Kevin Moran: The Office of Public Works (OPW) recognises the importance of providing appropriate retail and catering facilities for visitors to Clonmacnoise and fully appreciates the concerns raised regarding the closure of the shop since November 2024. As part of a significant investment under the EU Just Transition Fund, the Clonmacnoise Visitor Centre is undergoing a major redevelopment. This...

Written Answers — Department of Public Expenditure and Reform: Heritage Sites (15 May 2025)

Kevin Moran: The Office of Public Works (OPW) acknowledges the historical and cultural importance of the Lusk Round Tower and Belfry and recognises the deep connection the local community has with this significant national monument. The OPW is committed to working collaboratively with local communities in the care and presentation of Ireland’s built heritage. In this context, the OPW will...

Written Answers — Department of Public Expenditure and Reform: Burial Grounds (15 May 2025)

Kevin Moran: I can confirm that the Office of Public Works has received correspondence dated 7 March 2025 from the Invincibles Interment Campaign. Kilmainham Gaol, National Monument 675, opened in 1796 as the new County Gaol for Dublin and closed in 1924. Today the building symbolises the tradition of militant and constitutional nationalism from the rebellion of 1798 to the Irish Civil War of...

Written Answers — Department of Public Expenditure and Reform: Site Acquisitions (14 May 2025)

Kevin Moran: It is the intention of An Garda Síochána to construct a new Divisional Headquarters for the DMR North Division, incorporating an enhanced custody suite for the DMR and a number of specialist training facilities for An Garda Síochána. Once a preferred site is identified the Office of Public Works will attempt to acquire this site.

Written Answers — Department of Public Expenditure and Reform: Office of Public Works (14 May 2025)

Kevin Moran: I have asked my officials to make contact with the Deputy directly to make arrangements for a meeting with the Farming Rathcroghan Scheme CLG in the coming weeks.

Written Answers — Department of Public Expenditure and Reform: Architectural Heritage (14 May 2025)

Kevin Moran: As the Deputy is aware, over the period 28th April - 5th of May a number of incidents of vandalism and criminal damage took place at Donaghcumper House. These are now the subject of an ongoing criminal investigation. For security reasons it is therefore not possible to comment on the arrangements that the OPW currently has in place at Donaghcumper House.

Written Answers — Department of Public Expenditure and Reform: Departmental Schemes (13 May 2025)

Kevin Moran: I propose to take Questions Nos. 492 and 493 together. Nationally, 55 flood relied schemes have been completed which are providing protection to over 13,500 properties and an economic benefit to the State in damages and losses avoided estimated to be in the region of €2 billion. In 2018, to facilitate the development of a programme of works, the OPW completed a strategic study...