Joan Burton (Dublin West, Labour)
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Question 207: To ask the Minister for Finance if the Office of Public Works has negotiated or given permission for a phone mast or masts at Farmleigh on its grounds or in adjacent grounds in the Phoenix Park; when such proposals arose; if there were consultations with local residents; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [16901/06]

Tom Parlon (Laois-Offaly, Progressive Democrats)
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There are no mobile phone masts situated in the grounds of Farmleigh. In order to provide mobile coverage for State events at Farmleigh, the Commissioners of Public Works granted permission for the installation of telecommunications equipment in the Clock Tower at Farmleigh.

The Commissioners have granted licences to four mobile phone companies to co-locate on the Garda mast in the Phoenix Park. In addition, the Commissioners from time to time grant licences for the installation of temporary masts in the Phoenix Park to provide coverage for specific events, such as concerts. These temporary structures are typically in place for approximately a week.