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Written Answers — Department of Public Expenditure and Reform: Garda Station Refurbishment (4 Dec 2019)

Kevin Moran: As I stated in my reply to the Deputy’s similar question on 1st October last, there have been no delays in progressing this project. It is expected that the procurement process for the works will commence this month, with contracts being signed thereafter and work commencing on site in 2020.

Written Answers — Department of Public Expenditure and Reform: Climate Action Plan (4 Dec 2019)

Kevin Moran: The OPW State Architect presently conducts a Green audit when reviewing OPW architectural projects. In addition, a Green Design for Construction Guide is in preparation and should be completed in Q2-Q3 next year. This guide will include a wide range of information from site selection, design, technology, building materials, through to certain specifications.

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

Kevin Moran: The Enniscorthy (river Slaney) flood defence scheme is being progressed by Wexford County Council on behalf of the Commissioners of Public Works as a scheme under the Arterial Drainage Acts 1945 and 1995. The scheme is at an advanced stage of planning and design. A formal Exhibition was held in May 2019 where the public were able to review the scheme design and measures and provide...

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

Kevin Moran: Admissions to OPW-managed Visitor Heritage sites are categorised in a number of different ways including individual visitors, Tour Operators and various complimentary categories including School Tours, persons with disabilities etc. Records for the past 10 years are being compiled in tabular form for all of the Guided visitor sites operated by the OPW during this period and will be forwarded...

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

Kevin Moran: Under the contract signed between the parties the prescribed process for dispute resolution is described as conciliation, under this process both parties are brought together to mediate an agreement. The conciliation process is not yet finalised and both the OPW and the Contractor continue to engage with the appointed Conciliator. Legal proceedings have not been initiated in connection with...

Written Answers — Department of Public Expenditure and Reform: Flood Relief Schemes Status (3 Dec 2019)

Kevin Moran: The Office of Public Works, under the provisions of the Arterial Drainage Acts, has submitted the proposal for the Glashaboy Flood Relief Scheme, accompanied by an Environmental Impact Assessment Report (EIAR) and Natura Impact Statement (NIS), to the Minister for Public Expenditure and Reform for formal Confirmation. The Minister for Public Expenditure and Reform has made regulations...

Written Answers — Department of Public Expenditure and Reform: Schools Site Acquisitions (3 Dec 2019)

Kevin Moran: The Commissioner of Public Works have been approached by Summerhill College with regard to a land swap on lands adjacent to a site acquired by the Commissioners for the construction of a new Garda Divisional Headquarters at Caltragh, Sligo Town. There are a number of issues for the Office of Public Works (OPW) to examine including complex title, rights of ways and planning before any...

Written Answers — Department of Public Expenditure and Reform: State Properties Data (3 Dec 2019)

Kevin Moran: The OPW actively manages a portfolio of some 2,500 properties throughout the country, that ranges from office accommodation to heritage properties, visitors centres to Garda stations, among others. At any given time, it is normal that a number of properties are vacant. In the case of the OPW portfolio, there are 98 properties currently vacant. The majority of these are former Garda stations...

Written Answers — Department of Public Expenditure and Reform: Departmental Staff Data (27 Nov 2019)

Kevin Moran: I am advised that some of the information sought by the Deputy is not readily available and is currently being collated.  A detailed response will issue to the Deputy as soon as it is available.

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

Kevin Moran: Fifteen projects were identified in County Donegal arising from the Flood Risk Management Plans that I announced in May 2018. Following consultation and discussions between the Office of Public Works (OPW) and Donegal County Council (DCC), six of the Donegal projects have been selected to be progressed in the first phase of implementation. Lifford, County Donegal The proposed Lifford Flood...

Written Answers — Department of Public Expenditure and Reform: Flood Prevention Measures (26 Nov 2019)

Kevin Moran: Work on developing a viable flood relief scheme for Cork city has been underway for about 13 years, beginning with the Lee CFRAMS pilot project, which was followed by the Lower Lee (Cork City) Project which has resulted in the currently proposed scheme for Cork, the Lower Lee (Cork City) Flood Relief Scheme.  I am fully satisfied that the scheme as proposed by the Office of...

Written Answers — Department of Public Expenditure and Reform: Garda Stations (26 Nov 2019)

Kevin Moran: The Garda station at Castlemaine, Co. Kerry and associated living quarters is assigned to An Garda Síochána for operational use.  The premises has not been identified as surplus to requirements by An Garda Síochána and, therefore, the OPW has not been requested to manage its disposal either through intra State transfer, sale on the open market, or to lease/...

Written Answers — Department of Public Expenditure and Reform: Office of Public Works Projects (26 Nov 2019)

Kevin Moran: Floodlighting is generally not actively encouraged at National Monuments sites from an ecological/energy consumption/light pollution point of view.  In particular, there are swifts and bats in residence at Nenagh Castle and, as excessive artificial light can impact on these populations, it may be difficult to design a sustainable solution which does not affect them.  In...

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

Kevin Moran: A Project Steering Group comprising representatives of Mayo County Council and the Office of Public Works is overseeing the implementation of the Ballina flood relief project.  A tender competition for the procurement of engineering design consultants for the project is underway and it is anticipated that the consultants will be appointed in January 2020.  The consultants...

Written Answers — Department of Public Expenditure and Reform: Heritage Centres (21 Nov 2019)

Kevin Moran: The Loughcrew site is managed from the Brú na Boinne Visitor Centre and Guide services are available on a seasonal basis during the months of June, July and August. Currently, visitor access to the interior of the largest structure, Cairn T, is prohibited while necessary works are being designed and carried out to address serious structural issues, the effects of vandalism and...

Written Answers — Department of Public Expenditure and Reform: Garda Accommodation (21 Nov 2019)

Kevin Moran: Following the recent fire the remains of Emyvale Garda Station have been demolished and the site has been cleared. It has been agreed with An Garda Síochána that there is an urgent need to provide accommodation and the OPW has looked at temporary options. It is intended that proposals will be put forward for agreement in the next two weeks. It is not possible to give a definitive...

Written Answers — Department of Public Expenditure and Reform: Office of Public Works Staff (21 Nov 2019)

Kevin Moran: In relation to the above PQ, I am advised by the Commissioners of Public Works that some of the information sought by the Deputy is not readily available and is currently being collated. A detailed response will issue to the Deputy as soon as it is available.

Written Answers — Department of Public Expenditure and Reform: National Botanic Gardens (20 Nov 2019)

Kevin Moran: The National Botanic Gardens Glasnevin, which is managed by the Office of Public Works, has an existing public carpark which accommodates 72 cars and up to 4 coaches. Car Parking facilities are therefore available but, during busy periods, may be insufficient to meet demand. In line with OPW principles of sustainability, visitors are encouraged, where possible to walk, cycle or use public...

Written Answers — Department of Public Expenditure and Reform: Garda Station Refurbishment (20 Nov 2019)

Kevin Moran: The Office of Public Works has yet to receive a request from An Garda Síochána for refurbishment works to the canteen at Coolock Garda station. On receipt of any such request, details of the requirements will be agreed and a cost estimate will be provided to Garda Estate Management for funding approval.

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

Kevin Moran: The Office of Public Works (OPW) manages over 2,500 properties on behalf of the State which include office accommodation, heritage properties, visitor centres, Garda stations, warehouses and sundry others. I am advised by the Commissioners of Public Works that some of the information sought by the Deputy is not readily available and is currently being collated as completely as possible. A...

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