Vol. 481 No. 2
75 Mr. Browne (Wexford) asked the Minister for Defence the reason a person (details supplied) in County Wexford was refused consideration by his Department for compensation in respect of hearing damage while serving in the Defence Forces in spite of the fact that others in the same circumstances have actually received such compensation. [15842/97]
The person in question was discharged from the Defence Forces in 1945. There is no record of his having applied for a disability pension under the Army Pensions Acts at any time since his discharge. As the statutory time limit has long since elapsed in his case, an application cannot be accepted from him at this stage. It is open to the person named to seek the advice of his solicitor as to what other course is available to him in this matter.
76 Ms Hanafin asked the Minister for Defence the number of consultants, if any, engaged by his Department between 1 April 1997 and 26 June 1997; the amounts paid to each consultant; the work undertaken by each consultant; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [15860/97]
There were no new consultancy contracts entered into during the period in question. However, the following consultancy contracts were under consideration during that period and were subsequently awarded to the firms indicated:
|
Consultant |
Purpose of Contract |
Value/Cost |
|
Malachy Walsh and Partners |
To examine the Oil Wharf at Naval Base, Haulbowline, to indicate repair work required and to oversee the repair to final completion. |
Estimated fee: £30,616.33. Fee is based on an estimated project cost of £175,000; actual fee will depend on final project cost. |
|
Marine Engineering Consultancy |
To assist with the evaluation of tenders for a new Fishery Protection Vessel and to ensure the best modern practices and technology are incorporated in the vessel chosen. |
Stg. £39,325.00.Contract fixed with a liability limit of stg. £41,000; cost will be based on vouched expenses and hours worked. |
|
PARC Ltd. Personnel Consultant |
Provision of assistance with the recruitment of cadets for the Defence Forces. |
£66,500. |
|
Aer Rianta |
To monitor building proposals in the vicinity of Casement Aerodrome. |
£2,500 per annum. |
