Charlie O'Connor (Dublin South West, Fianna Fail)
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Question 198: To ask the Minister for the Environment, Heritage and Local Government his efforts to preserve and restore historic 16 Moore Street in Dublin city; his views on the concern of many as articulated by the families of the 1916 leaders; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [13935/09]

John Gormley (Dublin South East, Green Party)
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In January 2007, my predecessor, as Minister for the Environment, Heritage and Local Government, placed a Preservation Order under the National Monuments Act, 1930, (as amended) on Nos. 14 to 17 Moore Street because of the historical significance of No. 16's association with the 1916 Rising. The other properties were included in the Preservation Order to protect No. 16. All are part of the former Carlton Cinema site in respect of which re-development proposals are currently before An Bórd Pleanála for determination.

I am aware of some concerns regarding this aspect of the proposed redevelopment. However, any works affecting a national monument, including any excavation or ground disturbance within, around or in proximity to it, require the prior written consent of the Minister for the Environment, Heritage and Local Government under the National Monuments Acts. In considering such an application the Minister is statutorily obliged to consult with the Director of the National Museum of Ireland. Any proposed works affecting No. 16 will be subject to this procedure.