Gerald Nash (Louth, Labour)
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423. To ask the Minister for Public Expenditure and Reform if the Office of Public Works is encumbered in public sector energy reductions due to the array of older and heritage buildings in its portfolio; if additional resources or arrangements are needed; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [30587/21]

Patrick O'Donovan (Limerick County, Fine Gael)
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The OPW undertakes various programmes of work to improve the energy ratings of existing buildings within its portfolio. Heritage Buildings however pose a specific challenge due to the nature of their historic fabric and the need to conserve the significant historic elements of these buildings.

Works to these buildings that could result in future energy savings need to be carefully considered on a case by case basis and measured against the potential for negative impacts on the architectural and historic status of these buildings

OPW is presently evaluating the level of resources required to examine and resolve these requirements.

Catherine Murphy (Kildare North, Social Democrats)
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424. To ask the Minister for Public Expenditure and Reform if he will provide a schedule of the Garda stations that are currently being refurbished by the OPW; the nature of the works being carried out at each station; and when each refurbishment project will be completed. [30756/21]

Patrick O'Donovan (Limerick County, Fine Gael)
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I can confirm that The Office of Public (OPW) is currently carrying out refurbishment works, with a value in excess of €250,000, at a number of Garda Stations throughout the country. Details of the Garda Stations, the works being carried out and the expected completion date are outlined in the table below which includes works funded by both the OPW and An Garda Síochána. It is important to note that the table does not include other capital works relating to the Garda estate in buildings that are not designated Garda Stations eg construction of the new Garda Headquarters at Military Road. There will also be many upgrade works being carried out at various Garda Stations throughout the country below the figure of €250,000.