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Dáil Éireann debate -
Tuesday, 20 Sep 2011

Vol. 740 No. 3

Written Answers

The following are questions tabled by Members for written response and the ministerial replies as received on the day from the Departments [unrevised].
Questions Nos. 1 to 18, inclusive, answered orally.
Questions Nos. 19 to 52, inclusive, resubmitted.
Questions Nos. 53 to 64, inclusive, answered orally.

Charitable Organisations

Derek Keating

Question:

65 Deputy Derek Keating asked the Minister for Justice and Equality the requirement to register as a charity; the checks and balances in place to ensure that no fraud takes place by charities; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24615/11]

Irish charities may take a number of legal forms. For example, some charities are companies limited by guarantee while other charities are trusts. They are, therefore, governed by the relevant legislative or other provisions governing such entities. Incorporated charities, for example, are subject to the provisions of company law and are generally required to provide information to the Companies Registration Office under the Companies Acts, which can be accessed by the public. Such charities would also be subject to scrutiny by the Office of the Director of Corporate Enforcement. Charities that take the form of a trust are subject to the provisions of trust law. And, of course, any business entity is subject to general criminal and fraud legislation.

In addition, many Irish charities, approximately 8,000, have been approved by the Revenue Commissioners for charitable tax exemptions under the Taxes Consolidation Act(s). A list of these "Approved Bodies" is available to the public on www.revenue.ie. The Revenue Commissioners have a wide range of powers, and these are mainly contained in sections 899 to 912 of the Taxes Consolidation Act, including powers to request information and to carry out inspections in relation to any tax matter.

The Deputy may be aware that the Charities Act 2009 provides for an integrated system of mandatory registration and proportionate regulation and supervision of the charities sector in Ireland. The various sections of the Charities Act are subject to implementation through commencement orders. A number of sections of the Act have already been commenced. Those sections providing for mandatory registration have not yet been commenced.

The Deputy may also be aware that responsibility for the Charities Act transferred to my Department in May 2011. Full implementation of the Act on a statutory basis, which would require the establishment of a new regulatory authority, would of course have new cost implications for the Exchequer. This is a matter which I am considering in the context of the review of expenditure currently being undertaken in my Department and, indeed, in all Government Departments and Agencies.

Anti-Social Behaviour

Bernard J. Durkan

Question:

66 Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Justice and Equality if his attention has been drawn to the growing and on-going public concern arising from increasing levels of anti-social behaviour in many areas throughout the country culminating in some instances of families being forced to leave their homes; if action can be taken to curtail this menace which is of increasing concern to older persons and parents of young children; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24749/11]

I am very aware of the distress that anti-social behaviour and low level crime can cause to communities.

There are strong legislative provisions in place to combat anti-social behaviour in communities. These include provisions to deal with alcohol abuse, its effect on public order and late night street violence.

In its Policing Plan for 2011, An Garda Síochána has prioritised actions to achieve the maximum levels of safety for local communities and to provide a community policing service which meets the demands of the public. The Plan identifies a range of strategies which may be deployed to counter anti-social activities, including targeted operations; high visibility patrols; deployment of appropriate resources to identified public order hotspots in respect of alcohol and drug related behaviour and youth crime; and the full utilisation of existing legislation.

Any instances of families being forced to leave their homes would be taken extremely seriously by An Garda Síochána, and such serious criminal behaviour will be tackled resolutely.

The Programme for Government includes a commitment to attach a higher priority to community policing and that, within available resources, there is a higher Garda visibility in the local neighbourhoods worst affected. An Garda Síochána operates a new model of Community Policing which aims at building upon and enhancing good community policing practice. Clear objectives are set, such as high visibility in the community, ease of contact by members of the public and enhanced support for crime prevention strategies such as Neighbourhood Watch and Community Alert.

One of the key actions in the Garda Policing Plan is an improved understanding of and responsiveness to community needs. Gardaí play an essential role in the operation of Joint Policing Committees and other local fora, which provide important channels for engagement between the An Garda Síochána, local authorities and community representatives. In this way there is clearer communication about local concerns and Garda strategies employed to address them. This Government is committed to building on such existing partnerships and fora, and my Department has commenced work, with An Garda Síochána and the Department of the Environment, Community and Local Government, on bringing this about.

Sexual Offences

Denis Naughten

Question:

67 Deputy Denis Naughten asked the Minister for Justice and Equality further to Parliamentary Question No. 587 of 12 January 2011, the progress to date on the provision of information to parents; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24437/11]

The Deputy's question concerns the disclosure, to parents, of information relating to persons on the sex offenders' register.

In exceptional circumstances, the provision of appropriate information to the public is already possible. This includes the disclosure of such information to parents. Currently, this is done on an administrative basis but, subject to Government approval, I intend to put these arrangements on a statutory footing.

Our primary objective has to be to minimise the risk posed to the public. The High Level Group which produced and published a discussion document on sex offenders was of the view that, if the Gardaí have reason to believe a particular high risk convicted sex offender poses a real and immediate danger, they should be free to tell individuals who need to know. Disclosure in such circumstances is perfectly reasonable.

However, giving the general public unrestricted access to names and addresses on the sex offenders' register would be likely to be counter-productive. That kind of access would drive offenders underground and make it more difficult to monitor and supervise them. This was the universal view of those who responded to the discussion document and participated in the public forum on the management of sex offenders.

General access to the register would also raise issues concerning the rights of persons who have completed their sentences and pose no future threat to society.

My Department has been conducting a wide-ranging examination of the law on sexual offences. Arising from this review, legislative proposals, including amendments to the Sex Offenders Act 2001 to provide a statutory basis for necessary disclosure, are at an advanced stage of preparation. The review is close to completion and I expect to bring legislative proposals to Government in the coming months.

Magdalene Laundries

Michael Colreavy

Question:

68 Deputy Michael Colreavy asked the Minister for Justice and Equality the progress of the group assessing the State’s responsibilities regarding the victims of the Magdalene laundries; when he expects receipt of the interim report; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24739/11]

I can advise the Deputy that the inter-departmental committee is charged with establishing the facts of the State's involvement, clarifying any State interaction with the Magdalen Laundries, and with producing a narrative detailing such interaction.

As the working arrangements of the committee are a matter for its chairperson, Senator Martin McAleese, and he is independent in this matter, I am not in a position to report on what progress is being made. I am aware however that they have held meetings with the religious congregations, representative groups of the women who resided there, and other interested parties. I understand that an interim report will be provided before the end of October.

Cash for Gold Trade

Mary Lou McDonald

Question:

69 Deputy Mary Lou McDonald asked the Minister for Justice and Equality if he will provide an update on the progress and a timeline for the report of the group within his Department that are looking into the cash for gold industry; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24738/11]

My Department is currently finalising a report on the "Cash for Gold" trade and I can inform the Deputy that this report will be submitted to me shortly for consideration. Following consideration of the report I will make an assessment as to what, if any, action, legislative or otherwise, may be required. I will, in due course, make known the report's findings and any proposals which may arise.

My Department, in compiling the report, has been in close contact with the Commissioner of An Garda Síochána with a view to monitoring the position. I can inform the Deputy that the Commissioner has reported that all "Cash for Gold" premises in the State have been visited by An Garda Síochána and the operators of such premises have been made aware of their responsibilities and obligations with regard to purchasing gold and jewellery. In addition, I have been informed that contact information has been provided to "Cash for Gold" operators by An Garda Síochána which will facilitate the reporting of any suspicious activity. The Commissioner has also indicated that any new "Cash for Gold" premises that may be identified will be visited by An Garda Síochána.

Community Restorative Projects

Aengus Ó Snodaigh

Question:

70 Deputy Aengus Ó Snodaigh asked the Minister for Justice and Equality his plans to expand the number of community restorative projects in the State and to incorporate these into the justice system as is the situation in the Six Counties. [24745/11]

The system of restorative justice in this jurisdiction is already part and parcel of the justice system. In the case of juveniles, restorative justice was introduced on a statutory basis for the first time in the Children Act 2001. There are two restorative justice initiatives provided for in the Act: A restorative conference or restorative caution included in the Garda Diversion Programme and a court-ordered restorative justice family conference delivered through the Probation Service.

The Programme for Government gives a commitment to tackle youth crime on a number of different fronts including giving a special emphasis to alternative programmes for young offenders through extensions to the Juvenile Liaison Officer Scheme and the Diversion Programme and the extended use of Restorative Justice. I wish to inform the Deputy that I will continue to maintain responsibility for the diversion and community aspects of the work of the Irish Youth Justice Service (IYJS), while my colleague the Minister for Children and Youth Affairs will take responsibility for the rest of IYJS, including the Children Detention Schools in Oberstown. I will be consulting closely with my Ministerial colleague and with the Garda Commissioner in the continuing development of programmes to tackle youth crime.

As regards adult offenders, the Probation Service has introduced a pilot scheme to test a range of restorative interventions based on the recommendations contained in the report of the National Commission on Restorative Justice. This will enable my Department to evaluate what role such interventions as recommended in the report might play having regard to overall effectiveness, potential and value for money considerations. The scheme involves an expansion of the two existing adult projects which operate in Tallaght and Nenagh. The Probation Service will monitor the implementation of the scheme and provide a report on its effectiveness after a 12 month operational period. I look forward to reviewing their report in due course.

Garda Civilian Support Staff

Seán Crowe

Question:

71 Deputy Seán Crowe asked the Minister for Justice and Equality if he will provide an update on the proposed civilianisation policy being discussed between himself and the Garda Commissioner; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24737/11]

There are currently around 2,100 full-time-equivalent civilian support staff in the Garda Síochána.

These staff provide vital support services in a wide range of areas, such as human resources, training & development, IT and telecommunications, finance and procurement, internal audit, research and analysis, accommodation and fleet management, scene-of-crime support and medical services.

However, while the current number of civilian support staff is an increase on previous years, more needs to be done. The fact is that the level of civilian support staff in the Garda Síochána is still significantly lower than in many comparable police forces.

That is why the Programme for Government commits to ensuring that administrative duties are carried out by civilian staff in order to free up highly trained Gardaí for preventing and detecting crime. It makes no sense to have highly — and expensively — trained Gardaí engaged in administrative work. The Government's objective is supported by the findings and recommendations of the 2009 Garda Inspectorate report on Resource Allocation, which called for the numbers of Gardaí available for operational duty to be maximised through a structured programme of civilianisation.

It is also worth saying that the Garda Commissioner and Garda management very much recognise the contribution made by civilian support staff both in releasing Gardaí for operational duties and in bringing skills and expertise into the Force. Of course, in seeking to increase the number of civilian support staff, we must face the reality of the need to reduce overall numbers in the public service. The answer may lie in the more effective use of resources across the public service, including in particular more flexibility in redeployment of staff to priority areas. Indeed, the Garda reform agenda under the Croke Park Agreement contains a specific commitment, agreed by Garda management and the Garda Associations, to augment civilian support staff in the Force through appropriate redeployment of staff from elsewhere in the public service.

I will remain in ongoing consultation with my colleague the Minister for Public Expenditure and Reform on the implementation of this Government commitment.

Garda Resources

Bernard J. Durkan

Question:

72 Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Justice and Equality the extent to which the full requirements of backup facilities are available to the Garda to combat the drug problem; if the Minister is satisfied that such requirements are adequately met; if he proposes any enhancement; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24750/11]

I understand the Deputy's question to relate to the Garda resources that are made available to the combatting of drug misuse.

The Garda Síochána Policing Plan, 2011 sets out the commitment of An Garda Síochána to pro-actively target groups and individuals engaged in organised criminal activities including drug trafficking.

I am informed by the Garda authorities that a multi-agency approach has been, and continues to be used, whereby National Units from National Support Service work together to combat serious crime, including those involved in the trafficking, importation, sale and supply of illegal drugs.

These Units such as the National Bureau of Criminal Investigation, the Criminal Assets Bureau, the Garda Bureau of Fraud Investigation and the Garda Technical Bureau are also supported by the Security and Intelligence Section who assist with intelligence briefings and timely information.

In addition, An Garda Síochána continue to develop and implement operations and strategies aimed at targeting, dismantling and disrupting criminal networks.

This integrated approach adopts best practice in implementing a co-ordinated use of Garda resources as well as using all available criminal legislation to its fullest extent. Operations in this area continue to be reviewed on an ongoing basis to ensure their effectiveness.

The allocation of resources is monitored by Local Garda Management in the context of crime trends, policing needs and other operational strategies in place at District, Divisional and Regional level, to ensure optimum use is made of Garda resources.

I am informed that Senior Garda Management is satisfied that a full and comprehensive policing service continues to be delivered and that current structures in place meet the requirement to deliver an effective and efficient policing service to the community.

It is also worth noting that the National Drug Strategy, of which the work of An Garda Síochána is a key element, provides an overarching national response to the drug problem. The National Drug Strategy, to which significant resources continue to be allocated, puts in place a co-ordinated and integrated approach tackling the issue under pillar headings of drugs supply reduction, education and prevention, treatment, rehabilitation and research.

I can assure the Deputy that the allocation of resources in tackling drug misuse is kept under ongoing review having regard to the priority that has been afforded to the problem through the National Drug Strategy and the policing priorities of An Garda Síóchána.

Judicial Staff

Derek Keating

Question:

73 Deputy Derek Keating asked the Minister for Justice and Equality the number of Judges who have been appointed to regions of more than 20 kilometres from their homes; the cost of their travel, subsistence, their allowances and expenses in tabular form; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24436/11]

I refer the Deputy to my reply to Question No. 386 on 28 June, 2011 and for his convenience I have again set out below the information requested. As the Deputy will appreciate court districts and circuits have more than one court venue and judges are required to travel between venues. During 2010, the latest year for which figures are available, there were 17 District judges and 13 Circuit Court judges assigned to districts or circuits the border of which is more than 20 km from their home. Details of payments made are set out overleaf.

Table 1 District Court 2010

Judge

Home Travel & Subsistence

Judicial Attire & Expenses

1.

€3,100

2.

€4,340.41

€1,326

3.

€19,439.66

4.

€7,181.92

5.

€34,270.84

6.

€3,309.83

7.

€32,294.82

8.

€18,678.69

9.

€20,256.16

10.

€19,063.08

€450

11.

€11,689.49

€700

12.

€9,613.69

13.

0

14.

€37,046.85

15.

€25,869.98

€1,114.50

16.

17.

€4,203.43

€532.90

Total

€250,359

4123.40

Table 2 Circuit Court 2010

Judge

Travel and Subsistence

Judicial Attire & Expenses

1.

€2,610.12

2.

€28,949.77

3.

€20,997.32

4.

€28,342.33

5.

€24,803.35

€1,279.00

6.

€29,367.50

€606.20

7.

€17,718.10

€982.00

8.

€24,805.71

€982.00

9.

€10,792.59

€1,279.00

10.

€30,872.62

11.

€7,932.64

12.

€22,821.24

€889.00

13.

€9,912.56

Total

€259,925.85

6017.2

Judges also receive an annual expense allowance to cover the provision of a study and suitable library facilities when required to work at home, e.g. dealing with urgent applications in the case of the District Court or in the Higher Courts for the research and formulation of judgments. Unlike the allowances above, the annual expense allowance is paid from central funds directly through judges' remuneration. The current rates payable are:

President of the Circuit Court— €9,057.96

President of the District Court— €9,057.96

Circuit Court Judge— €2,730.02

District Court Judge— €1,365.01

I should add there is a commitment in the Programme for Government to provide a modern reformed framework for judicial expenses. My Department will be undertaking the necessary detailed work in this regard in conjunction with the Department of Public Expenditure and Reform.

Victims of Crime

Michael Colreavy

Question:

74 Deputy Michael Colreavy asked the Minister for Justice and Equality his plans to ensure the rollout across the State of the undertakings in relation to the interaction between members of An Garda Síochána and victims of crime contained in the Victims Charter and guide to the Criminal Justice System, which was launched in July 2010; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24740/11]

Shortly after I was appointed Minister I told the Victims of Crime Consultative Forum that I wanted to see the Victims Charter implemented in full by all bodies contributing to the charter. The current edition of the Charter, which was published in July 2010, has been certified as being written in plain English to increase its accessibility. It is available online in Irish and six other languages. In the Charter, An Garda Síochána commits itself to the provision of information and a range of other supports to victims of crime.

In determining policing priorities for An Garda Síochána, the then Minister included support, protection and information for victims of crime as one of seven priorities for 2011.

An Garda Síochána has shown its commitment to implementing the Charter in a number of ways. I understand that Members of An Garda Síochána are trained to be courteous, helpful, respectful and professional. In circumstances where a victim is upset about a crime or other traumatic incident, members will respond in a caring and sensitive manner. When a victim reports a crime, An Garda Síochána is tasked with investigating the circumstances and gathering all of the evidence surrounding the incident in a fair, honest and impartial manner to bring those responsible to justice.

An Garda Síochána is of that view that the welfare and support of victims are central to the partnership between An Garda Síochána and community groups, statutory agencies and voluntary organisations.

I understand that in recognition of the special relationship that exists between victims of crime and An Garda Síochána, the Garda Victims Liaison Office was established to liaise with government funded victim support organisations, to formulate Garda policy and to support the implementation of the Garda Síochána Victims Charter.

I have been informed that in furtherance of the partnership with victims organisations, An Garda Síochána has hosted three National Victims Support Fora at Garda Headquarters at which the Commission for the Support of Victims of Crime and victims organisations were advised of the initiatives and improvements in Garda services to victims of crime. The latest of these meetings took place earlier this month, with earlier meetings in March and November, 2010.

I understand An Garda Síochána was also represented at senior level at the meeting of the Victims of Crime Consultative Forum, to discuss implementation of the Victims Charter with victims group. That meeting of the Consultative Forum, which took place in September, 2010, had a single theme: "Making the Victims Charter Work". It was organised by the Commission for the Support of Victims of Crime, an independent group operating under the aegis of my Department.

I understand that as part of the response capability of An Garda Síochána to deal with victims of serious crime, members of An Garda Síochána have been selected to undergo training as specialist interviewers of victims of sexual crime, crimes of violence or trafficking, who are under 14 years of age and persons with intellectual disabilities who are victims of those crimes. A number of dedicated interview suites designed to provide appropriate facilities for interviewing these victims are in operation at strategic locations throughout the country. The interview suites have the capacity to video-record witness statements in line with the provisions of section 16(1)(b) of the Criminal Evidence Act, 1992. This video evidence may be submitted to court when a trial occurs.

I am informed that posters and booklets of the Garda Síochána Victims Charter were designed, published and distributed to Garda Stations. This increased the awareness amongst members of the force of the Victims Charter and Garda responsibilities contained therein.

I understand that a working group was established at Garda Headquarters to oversee the standardising of the provision of relevant, timely information to Victims of Crime.

I am informed that the PULSE Garda computer system provides information letters for issue to victims of crime. In addition, PULSE now generates management reports on the number of automated PULSE generated letters. This has assisted local Garda managers identify gaps and has led to significant improvement in the number of PULSE letters issued to victims of crime.

I understand that specialised training, including for Family and Ethnic Liaison Officers, ensures vulnerable witnesses and victims of crime continue to receive a professional, empathetic response from An Garda Síochána.

Garda Investigations

Michael Healy-Rae

Question:

75 Deputy Michael Healy-Rae asked the Minister for Justice and Equality if his attention has been drawn to the controversy surrounding the death of a person (details supplied) in County Offaly; if he will set up an inquiry into this person’s deal and the Garda handling of the case and their conduct in dealing with the family of the deceased; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24434/11]

I am aware that family members of the deceased person referred to by the Deputy have made a number of complaints regarding the Garda investigation of that person's death.

I am informed by the Garda authorities that the original Garda investigation in 2002 concluded that foul play was not suspected and the jury at the inquest held in 2004 found in accordance with the medical evidence.

I am further informed that following contacts with the family a Superintendent from outside the District where the death took place was appointed in 2006 to re-examine the investigation into the incident. An investigation file was submitted to the Law Officers who directed no action against any third party. During the course of the examination, certain shortcomings were identified and, while they did not affect the outcome of the original investigation, steps were taken to rectify these issues and ensure adherence to best practice in the future.

In the circumstances I have not been made aware of any grounds which would warrant further action on my part.

Legal Aid Service

Catherine Murphy

Question:

76 Deputy Catherine Murphy asked the Minister for Justice and Equality if the free legal aid board is availing of the national internship scheme; if so are experienced solicitors rather than newly qualified persons being recruited; the role they will play; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24616/11]

The Legal Aid Board is a statutory, independent body in accordance with the Civil Legal Aid Act, 1995. The matters raised by the Deputy are a matter for the Board. However, in order to be helpful to the Deputy I have had enquiries made with the Board.

The new FÁS "Jobbridge" scheme is an important element of the Government's jobs initiative that is designed to facilitate the provision of work experience and training opportunities for the unemployed. I can confirm that the Legal Aid Board is actively participating in the scheme and this is a development that I very much welcome. The Board will be offering internships to qualified solicitors so that they can gain practical experience in the areas of civil law in which the organisation provides services. I have every confidence that solicitors obtaining internships with the Board will receive very valuable work experience and training that will help them on the road towards paid employment, notwithstanding the difficult labour market conditions for legal practitioners that currently prevail. I also anticipate that the interns will make an important contribution to the work of the Board during their time with the organisation.

The locations in which the Board initially offered internships had regard to both the current work demands of the organisation and the capacity of the law centres involved to provide the necessary support and development to Interns during their placements. The locations initially advertised under the scheme were, Newbridge, Ennis, Cavan, Cork (2 placements), Nenagh plus 6 internships in various locations in Dublin.

Since advertising with FÁS the Board has received 28 applications from eligible candidates and all of these candidates have since been offered interviews. The Board has already placed an Intern in Tallaght Law Centre and is currently in the process of offering further placements in the locations above. To date 6 additional applicants have been offered and have accepted Internships and will be commencing in the coming weeks. The Board also intends to offer some additional placements in the next few days and has recently asked FÁS to extend the scheme to all of its law centres. This will ensure that the Board has the maximum flexibility in offering further internships.

I have been advised by the Board that the applicants, to date, have a mix of experience and not all are newly qualified solicitors. However, most of the applicants have limited experience of family law which is the Board's main area of work. For this reason, the Board is currently putting in place arrangements to ensure that interns are supported and trained in family law and other civil law areas. I have every confidence in the Board's capacity to manage this process well and to ensure that each intern gets a meaningful role within the organisation which is both challenging and stimulating. I am also convinced that the valuable experience gained by the interns will stand to them in their future careers as legal practitioners and will, in the short-term, improve their employability in what is currently a very difficult labour market.

Joint Policing Committees

Dessie Ellis

Question:

77 Deputy Dessie Ellis asked the Minister for Justice and Equality if he will provide an update on the review of joint policing committees; his plans to expand the functions and powers of these committees; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24735/11]

The functions and powers of Joint Policing Committees (JPCs) are set out in the Garda Síochána Act 2005, which provides for a Committee in each local authority area. They provide the framework for a partnership process involving An Garda Síochána and elected members and officials of the local authority, which are the two organisations which make the most significant contribution to preventing crime in an area, with the participation of members of the Oireachtas and of the community and voluntary sector. The Act provides that JPCs operate under guidelines issued by the Minister for Justice and Equality after consultation with the Minister for the Environment, Community and Local Government. The Garda Commissioner has appointed Garda representatives to each of the JPCs in accordance with the guidelines.

Members of the public and community representatives and groups can interact with their JPC by communicating with the Committee directly or by communicating with any member of the Committee, including the appointed Garda representatives. All JPC meetings are as a rule open to the public, and all documents are available. Any person may submit questions in writing in advance of each JPC meeting. Each Committee is also required to hold regular public meetings, at which those attending have the right to make their views known and ask questions in accordance with the guidelines. These committees can also establish fora in areas to bring about greater focus on finding solutions to specific issues thus facilitating greater community interaction and participation with the Gardaí and other committee members. Such fora are being established in the 14 Local Drugs Task Force areas.

The Programme for Government makes a commitment to build on existing community policing partnerships and forums to enhance trust between local communities and their Gardaí. Accordingly, my Department has commenced a review of how the Committees have operated since their establishment, in conjunction with An Garda Síochána, the Department of the Environment, Community and Local Government and the local authorities. The review is taking place in the context of the commitments in the Programme for Government to reform local government, work on which is being led by my colleague the Minister for the Environment, Community and Local Government.

In addition, my Department has been engaged in a major consultative exercise leading to the production of a White Paper on crime. One of the issues addressed in this exercise has been the role of the JPCs. The White Paper will set out a policy framework for future strategies to combat and prevent crime. The intention is that this process will lead ultimately to a national anti-crime strategy, in which the JPCs will have a role to play.

Garda Vetting of Personnel

David Stanton

Question:

78 Deputy David Stanton asked the Minister for Justice and Equality the number of vetting applications received by the Garda Central Vetting Unit in each month of 2010 and to date in 2011; the number which were processed each month and the average time taken for an application to be processed; the number of complaints received from persons vetted who dispute the contents of the vetting report; the procedure which is followed once such a complaint is received; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24748/11]

The information the Deputy seeks has been provided by the Garda authorities and is set out in the following table.

2010

2011 (to 18 September 2011)

Month

Received

Processed

Received

Processed

January

16,370

17,026

22,098

23,204

February

22,803

17,475

30,768

26,699

March

27,656

18,436

26,494

25,305

April

23,053

20,507

23,360

21,719

May

25,507

19,965

25,265

24,187

June

27,170

23,764

28,919

27,320

July

27,764

25,515

24,774

28,205

August

19,452

24,039

22,148

26,645

September

26,150

24,125

17,635

14,525

October

30,997

27,826

November

26,122

35,950

December

18,894

24,887

Total

291,938

279,515

221,461

217,809

I am informed by the Garda Authorities that the average processing time for vetting applications received at the Garda Central Vetting Unit (GCVU) is approximately 10 weeks.

I should mention that, in processing an individual vetting application, additional time may be required in cases where clarification is needed as to the details provided or where other enquiries need to be made, for example, when the person in question has lived and worked abroad. It should be understood that while the Gardaí make every effort to reduce the time to the minimum possible consistent with carrying out what are very necessary checks, there will always be a reasonably significant period required to process a vetting application and registered organisations have been advised to take account of this in their recruitment and selection processes.

In addition, the average processing time for vetting applications also fluctuates in line with periods of increased demand.

I am informed by the Garda Authorities that there is a dispute resolution procedure established with each organisation registered by the GCVU to facilitate any vetting subject who may wish to dispute the details contained in a Garda vetting disclosure issued in respect of them. Within this procedure, there were 335 dispute complaints received in 2010 and, to date, in 2011, there have been 283 such complaints.

Garda Training

David Stanton

Question:

79 Deputy David Stanton asked the Minister for Justice and Equality the number of gardaí who have completed the competency based driving assessments at each level respectively to date; the way in which restrictions applying to competency based driving level 1 impacts on the use of emergency lights, sirens and speed limits whilst on patrol; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24747/11]

An Garda Síochána has implemented a comprehensive review of its driver training programmes. This has resulted in a five (5) level suite of Competency Based Driving (CBD) courses, with each level specifically catering for the required knowledge base, skills set and the operational requirements of members undergoing the relevant training. In reverse order, the courses and course content are as follows:

CBD Level

Course

Competencies

CBD 5

Garda Driving Instructors

All competencies necessary to deliver driving instruction in all aspects of operational driving requirements, to members of An Garda Síochána.

CBD 4

Advanced Driving Course

Establishment of highest level of knowledge of Roadcraft and practical driving instruction in all competencies necessary to drive high power cars, to the highest standards, including emergency response, vehicle stopping using full driver commentary.

CBD 3

Specialist Unit Driving Course(R.S.U, E.R.U, Ministerial Pool, Traffic Unit etc)

Reinforcement of knowledge of Roadcraft and practical driving instruction in competencies necessary to drive vehicles and carry out all driving tasks, including emergency response and vehicle stopping, relevant to the roles of specific and specialist units.

CBD 2

Standard Response Course

Delivered to the vast majority of front line Gardaí, enabling them to drive the majority of patrol cars and patrol/public order vans available to them. It establishes an underpinning knowledge of Roadcraft, and practical instruction in vehicle handling, defensive driving, emergency response driving, and vehicle stopping.

CBD 1

Assessment

Driving assessment delivered primarily to non front line members of the Force, and to members not yet selected to undergo full training at CBD 2.

Not to Exceed Speed Limits whilst on patrol

Not to contravene traffic regulations

Not to use emergency lights or sirens whilst the vehicle is in motion (Use of emergency lights, not sirens, is permitted when stationary for safety reasons)

Limitation to drive official cars with a power to weight ratio of up to and including 80kW/tonne.

Prior to the introduction of this new system, Standard and Advanced driving courses were provided to significant numbers of gardaí throughout the country. Since its introduction in 2008, Competency Based Driver training has been delivered as follows:

CBD5 — 23 trained

CBD4 — 28 trained

CBD3 — 169 trained

CBD2 — 399 trained

CBD1 — 243 assessed

Garda Investigations

Martin Ferris

Question:

80 Deputy Martin Ferris asked the Minister for Justice and Equality if there have been arrests, criminal charges or convictions against employees of a company (details supplied) or security personnel employed by the company during the protest actions in the north Mayo area connected with Corrib gas project; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24742/11]

I am informed by the Garda Authorities that twenty six complaints were made since the commencement of works in 2005 to An Garda Síochána in relation to personnel employed by the company referred to by the Deputy or employees of companies contracted by that company. These complaints relate to alleged assaults and alleged breaches of the Road Traffic Acts and the Private Security Services Act. To date, there have been no arrests made against such persons.

Every complaint to the Gardaí is the subject of a thorough investigation. Investigations against employees of the company or employees of its contractors have resulted in files for directions being submitted to the Director of Public Prosecutions in six cases. In one of these cases the DPP directed a prosecution. The case was subsequently dismissed by the District Court. Files are being prepared in relation to three cases at present and investigations are still ongoing in two further cases.

Departments Bodies

Jonathan O'Brien

Question:

81 Deputy Jonathan O’Brien asked the Minister for Justice and Equality his plans to widen the consultation process concerning the merger of the Equality Authority and the Irish Human Rights Commission, beyond the current boards of both bodies to allow wider civil society stakeholder groups to contribute their views to this process; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24734/11]

Catherine Murphy

Question:

403 Deputy Catherine Murphy asked the Minister for Justice and Equality the way the new entity that emerges as a result of the merging of the Equality Authority and the Irish Human Rights Commission will be funded; if decisions have been made on the level of funding; if not, when this decision will be taken; the timeline for the completion of the merger; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24966/11]

I propose to take Questions Nos. 81 and 403 together.

Following the decision in principle by Government to merge the Human Rights Commission and the Equality Authority into a new Human Rights and Equality Commission in order to enhance the protection of human rights and the promotion of equality, I intend to appoint a small working group to advise me on how best the decision can be implemented.

The working group will be drawn from members of the Commission, the Authority and my Department's staff.

The process will also be informed by recent studies of the equality and human rights bodies commissioned by my Department, in which a broad range of stakeholder groups were consulted.

I intend that the necessary legislation for the new Commission will be in place by February 2012.

Sale of Alcohol

Denis Naughten

Question:

82 Deputy Denis Naughten asked the Minister for Justice and Equality his plans to introduce the ban on below cost selling of alcohol; the estimated financial loss to the Exchequer; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24438/11]

Below-cost selling of alcohol was one of the areas examined by the Government Alcohol Advisory Group (GAAG) in 2008. Due to the complexity of the pricing structures and incentives in operation in this area, the Group was unable within the time available to it to establish any standard costs for the purpose of prohibiting below-cost sales of alcohol products. However, I understand that a Steering Group, which is currently operating under the aegis of the Department of Health, is developing proposals on alcohol for inclusion in the National Substance Misuse Strategy. The Group has been examining a range of issues relating to alcohol availability and pricing and is due to submit its Report, which will include policy recommendations, to Government later this year.

Garda Investigations

Richard Boyd Barrett

Question:

83 Deputy Richard Boyd Barrett asked the Minister for Justice and Equality in view of Simon Carswell’s investigation into the actions of Anglo Irish Bank and its directors, his views on whether it warrants a criminal investigation; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24746/11]

Bernard J. Durkan

Question:

408 Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Justice and Equality the extent it can be expected that prosecutions can or will be taken against banking executives who have refused to cooperate with the Director of Corporate Enforcement in relation to their failure to apply good governance, due diligence and generally proper banking practice which has resulted in massive damage to the economy; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [25020/11]

Bernard J. Durkan

Question:

409 Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Justice and Equality the action taken or likely to be taken against former banking executives who have failed to cooperate with the Director of Corporate Enforcement and who may have placed themselves outside this jurisdiction; if extradition will be considered; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [25021/11]

I propose to take Questions Nos. 83, 408 and 409 together.

I attach the highest priority to the full investigation of white collar crime and bringing the perpetrators of such crime to justice to the greatest extent possible. I have expressed, both before and since my appointment as Minister, my unhappiness with the protracted nature of the investigations. I do not intend this as any criticism of investigators and prosecutors, who face tough challenges as a result of the complexities of the matters being investigated. At the same time, I am concerned to ensure that I do not say anything that could prejudice any possible prosecutions or any court hearing. It is imperative that such investigations are conducted in a thorough, methodical and comprehensive manner, so as to ensure that account is taken of all pertinent matters. If this is not done, there is a risk that any prosecutions that may proceed would be jeopardised.

It was in the light of my concerns that I gave priority to the passage through the Oireachtas of the Criminal Justice Act 2011, which was enacted on 2 August and most of which was commenced on 9 August. This new legislation is intended to speed up investigations and prosecutions in relation to white collar crimes, both future investigations and those currently underway, by improving a number of important procedural matters and strengthening Garda investigative powers. It also provides for offences committed by persons who are unwilling or reluctant to assist with an investigation.

On becoming Minister, I sought and received assurances that there were sufficient resources available to the investigations. I can assure the Deputy that this Government will continue to provide sustained support for the investigation in terms of resources, as well as the necessary legislative and administrative supports, and that if those involved in the investigations believe at any stage that additional resources are required that will be responded to.

I am informed by the Garda authorities that, following the submission by the Garda Bureau of Fraud Investigation of two substantial investigation files relating to matters in Anglo Irish Bank to the Director of Public Prosecutions last December, a supplementary investigation file was submitted in May. The files remain under consideration by the DPP, and his directions are awaited.

The investigation by An Garda Síochána and the Office of the Director of Corporate Enforcement is ongoing in respect of both these investigations and of other complaints. I understand that it is intended to submit further files to the DPP in the near future.

The decision to seek the extradition of a person charged with a criminal offence rests with the DPP and only arises where the Director has decided that a person should be prosecuted in the first instance. As the Deputy will appreciate, the Director is independent in the exercise of his functions and, as Minister, I have no function in deciding whether a person should be charged with an offence or whether a person's extradition should be sought.

The Office of the Director of Corporate Enforcement is responsible for compliance with and enforcement of the Companies Acts and is under the aegis of my colleague the Minister for Jobs, Enterprise and Innovation.

Constititonal Referenda

Gerry Adams

Question:

84 Deputy Gerry Adams asked the Minister for Justice and Equality the consultants he has held with political parties and non-governmental organisation regarding proposals for forthcoming referenda on constitutional amendments. [24417/11]

As the Deputy will be aware, the proposal to hold a Constitutional Referendum on judicial remuneration is a commitment in the Programme for Government. In keeping with that undertaking, the Government approved the Twenty-Ninth Amendment of the Constitution (Judges' Remuneration) Bill 2011 and it was published on 4 August 2011. Its publication well ahead of the scheduled debates was with a view to providing adequate opportunity for persons to consider the amendment in advance of its process through the Oireachtas.

On 5 September 2011 I wrote to all members of the Oireachtas briefing them on the objectives of the Bill. I also included a copy of the draft Implementation Bill outlining the legislative provisions which would be introduced by the Government if the proposed Referendum is approved by the People, together with an information sheet setting out the financial ramifications of the proposed amendments. Finally, all members of the Oireachtas were invited to make contact with my office if they had any queries in relation to the Bill. I should add that following publication of the Bill, my office contacted the Opposition spokespersons directly to advise that a briefing on the Bill would be arranged should they wish to avail of it. This initial contact was followed up by telephone by my officials. However, in the event this offer was not taken up.

Departmental Transport

Shane Ross

Question:

85 Deputy Shane Ross asked the Taoiseach the amount of money that was spent on taxis by his Department in the past year; the amount of money that has been provided for in the next year for taxi services for his Department; the times that taxis can be used by staff members; the terms under which staff members can use taxis; the amount that was used by staff members; the amount that was used by outsiders; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [22731/11]

Shane Ross

Question:

98 Deputy Shane Ross asked the Taoiseach the amount his Department has spent on taxis for staff and for others in each of the past four years. [23304/11]

I propose to take Questions Nos. 85 and 98 together.

The table below details expenditure by my Department on taxis in the past four years:

Year

Amount spend on taxis

2008

€76,173

2009

€53,102

2010

€42,859

2011 (Jan — Aug)

€29,331

Staff members are permitted to use taxis for official purposes where there are no other practical or suitable alternative modes of transport available. As regards travel between home and work, taxis are permitted where an officer is required to be at work before 7.30 am or is departing from work for home after 9.00pm in the winter (1st October — 31st March) and 10.00pm in the summer (1st April — 30th September). When using taxis, staff normally use one of the taxi companies with which my Department has an account. The budget allocation for 2012 in respect of taxis will be in the region of €40,000,

Taxis are allowed in rare and exceptional cases for non-staff members for example, as a courtesy to visitors on official business in the Department.

Departmental Funding

Shane Ross

Question:

86 Deputy Shane Ross asked the Taoiseach the sum of any public funds and their purpose which have been awarded by his Department either directly or indirectly to the Irish Business and Employers Confederation in the past decade. [22270/11]

The following table details the amount paid to the Irish Business and Employers Confederation by my Department in the past decade.

Year

Amount paid to IBEC

Purpose of payment

2003

€1,400

VDU Risk Assessment Training

2004

€8,012

VDU Assessments

€487

Attendance at IBEC/EU Presidency Conference

€3,801

Attendance at IBEC Conference on EU-US Perspective on Regulation

2005

€1,122

Safety Statement Audit and Risk Assessment Review

€284

Attendance at Transport Conference

€250

Purchase of HRM Survey 2004

2006

€98

Attendance at conference

2009

€279

Attendance at Conference on Sustainable Transport Future

Ministerial Appointments

Shane Ross

Question:

87 Deputy Shane Ross asked the Taoiseach if he will provide details of all appointments made by him since he came to office and include internal departmental and appointments to semi-States. [22330/11]

The information requested by the Deputy relating to the political staff appointed by me to my Department is detailed in the following table.

Name

Title

Mark Kennelly

Special Adviser

Andrew McDowell

Special Adviser

Paul O’Brien

Special Adviser

Angela Flanagan

Special Adviser

Pauline Coughlan

Personal Assistant

Sarah Moran

Personal Assistant

Gerard Deere

Personal Assistant

Teresa Diskin

Personal Assistant

Miriam O’Callaghan

Personal Assistant

John Lohan

Personal Secretary

Anne Marie Durcan

Personal Secretary

Eoghan O’Neachtain*

Government Press Secretary

Feargal Purcell

Government Press Secretary

Cathy Madden

Deputy Government Press Secretary and Head of Government Information Service

Joanne Lonergan

Assistant Government Press Secretary

Mark O’Doherty

Special Adviser to the Government Chief Whip

Colum Coomey

Personal Assistant to the Government Chief Whip

Claire Urquhart

Personal Secretary to the Government Chief Whip

John Cummins**

Civilian Driver to the Leader of the Seanad

Derek Grubb

Civilian Driver to the Leader of the Seanad

*Appointment terminated with effect from 30/6/2011**Resigned with effect from 06/08/2011

The only other appointments I have made have been in relation to the National Economic and Social Development Office (NESDO), which is the only body under the aegis of my Department. Martin Fraser, Secretary General to my Department was appointed as Chair of NESDO and the National Economic and Social Council (NESC) with effect from 1 August 2011. I also appointed 8 people to the NESC as follows:

Name

Organisation

Date

Prof Egdar Morgenroth

ESRI

15 June 2011

Prof John McHale

NUIG

15 June 2011

Prof Mary Daly

Queen’s University Belfast

15 June 2011

Prof Anna Davis

Trinity College

15 June 2011

Prof Seán Ó Riain

NUI Maynooth

15 June 2011

Dr. Michael O’Sullivan

Credit Suisse — London

15 June 2011

Ms Mary Walsh

Chartered Accountant

16 June 2011

Dr. Michelle Morris

UCD

12 July 2011

Members do not receive any remuneration in relation to their roles on the Board/Council.

Departmental Funding

Shane Ross

Question:

88 Deputy Shane Ross asked the Taoiseach the amount of money he has paid out individually to a company (details supplied) in the past decade; and if he will provide details of the tasks performed. [22331/11]

The following table provides details of payments made by my Department to the said companies from 2002 to the end of August 2011 and details of the tasks performed by them:

KPMG (as part of KPMG/Bearing Point)

Year

Total Payments

Details of tasks performed

2002

€78,221

Implementation of HRMS Peoplesoft

2003

€96,351

Implementation of HRMS Peoplesoft and provision of training

Price Waterhouse Coopers

Year

Total Payments

Details of tasks performed

2002

€35,367

Consultancy e-Cabinet

Shane Ross

Question:

89 Deputy Shane Ross asked the Taoiseach the amount of money that has been paid directly or indirectly from him to the ICTU and individual trades unions in the past decade; the reasons for the payments; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [22332/11]

Shane Ross

Question:

95 Deputy Shane Ross asked the Taoiseach the amount of State funding directly or indirectly that has been paid to fund trade unions, related bodies or trader union interests or causes in the past decade; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [22619/11]

I propose to take Questions Nos. 89 and 95 together.

The following table details the amount of money paid by my Department to ICTU and individual trade unions in the past decade:

Payments made to ICTU

Year

Amount paid

Details

2004

€423

Refund of flight costs

2004

€20,000

ICTU launch of Information Campaign during the Irish Presidency 2004

2006

€640

Expenses refunded re Riga/Ministerial Conference

2007

€10,000

Payment to ICTU of Commemoration Grant: Production of a play based around the events of the 1907 dockers and Carters Strike in Belfast

2008

€300

Attendance at ICTU conference by two officials

Payments made to Individual Trade Unions

Year

Amount Paid

Details

2005

€20,000

Payment to SIPTU of Commemoration Grant: Production and publication of two Volumes regarding James Connolly.

2007

€50,000

Payment to SIPTU of Commemoration Grant: Production of a book on James Connolly: Letters and Correspondence 1889 — 1916

2009

€19,000

Payment to SIPTU of Commemoration Grant: Political Writings of James Connolly — Commemoration Grant

National Lottery Funding

Paudie Coffey

Question:

90 Deputy Paudie Coffey asked the Taoiseach the amount of national lottery funding his Department received in 2009 and 2010; if he will provide a list of the way in which this money was spent in tabular form; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [22349/11]

My Department received no National Lottery funding in 2009 or 2010.

Departmental Equipment

Dara Calleary

Question:

91 Deputy Dara Calleary asked the Taoiseach the number of computer servers that are owned or leased by his Department and each State agency under the aegis of his Department; and the capacity of each server. [22495/11]

The Taoiseach: Dept of Taoiseach Servers
The servers owned by Department of the Taoiseach and their capacity are summarised in the following table

Server Type

Total Storage Capacity

RAM

Dell Power Edge 2850

140GB

2GB

Dell Power Edge 2850

140GB

2GB

Dell Power Edge 2850

68GB

2GB

Dell Power Edge 2850

140GB

2GB

Dell Power Edge 2850

140GB

2GB

Dell Power Edge 2850

140GB

4GB

Dell Power Edge 2850

140GB

4GB

Dell Power Edge 2850

560GB

4GB

Dell Power Edge 1950

70GB

2GB

Dell Power Edge 1950

75GB

1GB

Dell PowerEdge 2950

135GB

4GB

Dell PowerEdge 2950

480GB

4GB

Dell PowerEdge 2950

200GB

4GB

Dell PowerEdge 2950

200GB

4GB

Dell PowerEdge 2950

200GB

4GB

Dell PowerEdge 2950

200GB

4GB

HP Proliant DL380

70GB

1GB

HP DL380 g7

770GB

34GB

HP DL 380 g7

290GB

34GB

Dell Poweredge 2650

170GB

2GB

Dell Power Edge 2850

73GB

4GB

Dell Power Edge 2950

73GB

4GB

Dell PowerEdge 2950

145GB

4GB

HP DL380 g6

75GB

60GB

HP DL 380 g6

75GB

60GB

HP DL380 g6

75GB

60GB

HP DL 380 g6

75GB

60GB

HP DL 380 g6

75GB

60GB

NESDO Servers
The National Economic and Social Development Office (NESDO) is the only agency under the aegis of my Department. The computers servers owned by NESDO and their capacity are summarised in the following table:

Server Type

Total Storage Capacity

RAM

Dell PowerEdge 860

73 GB

2GB

Dell PowerEdge 860

146 GB

2GB

Dell PowerEdge 2950

146 GB

2GB

Dell PowerEdge 2650

219 GB

2GB

Dell PowerEdge 2950

600 GB

32 GB

Dell PowerEdge 2950

600 GB

32 GB

Departmental Agencies

Joe McHugh

Question:

92 Deputy Joe McHugh asked the Taoiseach the number of quangos, agencies and authorities that were established by his Department in each of the years 1997 to January 2011; the number of staff employed by his Department in 1997; the number of staff employed by his Department in January 2011; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [22587/11]

The National Economic and Social Development Office (NESDO), is the only agency under my Department's aegis. It was established on a non statutory basis in 2002 and was put on a statutory basis in 2006.

There were 164 whole time equivalent (wte) staff employed in my Department in 1997. At the end of January 2011 there were 189.01 wte employed.

Consultancy Reports

Joe McHugh

Question:

93 Deputy Joe McHugh asked the Taoiseach if he will provide a report of the number of consultancy reports commissioned by his Department between 1997 and January 2011; the cost of commissioning each report; if he will provide information on the implementation of recommendations set out in each report; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [22604/11]

The following table details consultancy reports commissioned by my Department from 2000 to end August 2011.

Many of the recommendations in these reports have been acted upon and others continue to be under active consideration by the relevant Minister or Department. If any particular recommendation is of interest to the Deputy I will have the up to date position clarified for him.

Department

January 2011 — end August 2011

Name of Consultant

Details of engagement

QTS Limited

Health and Safety Consultancy H&S Safety Statement 2011

€ 1,270.50

2010

Nil

2009

Name of Consultant

Details of engagement

QTS Limited

Health and Safety Consultancy H&S Safety Statement 2009

€1,701.00

QTS Limited

Health & Safety Consultancy H&S Safety Statement 2010.

€1,275.75

2008

Name of Consultant

Details of engagement

QTS Limited

Annual Risk Assessment — health and safety

€1,694.00

Ipsos Mori

Phase 2 of 2007 Quality Customer Service Survey

€9,952.25

Raymond Burke Consulting

Consultancy Fee for Value for money review of NESDO

€3,375.90

2007

Name of Consultant

Details of engagement

QTS Limited

Safety Statement and Risk Assessment

€2,541.00

2006

Name of Consultant

Details of engagement

Watson Wyatt

Employee Opinion Survey — 1st and 2nd Tranche

€26,505.00

2005

Nil

2004

Name of Consultant

Details of engagement

Watson Wyatt

Employee Opinion Survey 2003

€20,201

2003

Name of Consultant

Details of engagement

Watson Wyatt

Employee Opinion Survey 2003

€21,300

2002

Name of Consultant

Details of engagement

HOSCA Management Consultants

Employee Opinion Survey

€12,077

2001

Nil

2000

Nil

Organisational Review Programme

2010

Mercer (Ireland) Ltd

Staff surveys for the Organisational Review Programme

€23,595.00

2009

IPSOS MORI

Organisational Review Programme Reports Covering 4 Organisations — on Deployment of Initial Survey

€34,626.29

2008

Hudson Talent Management

Survey, deployment, analysis and reporting for the Organisational Review Programme

€45,552.34

Industrial Relations

2008

Name of Consultant

Details of engagement

Grant Thornton

Forensic accounting services in respect of issues pertaining to an industrial relations dispute at Aer Lingus (the services were commissioned by the National Implementation Body to assist in resolving industrial relations issues at Aer Lingus).

€75,119.82

2007

Name of Consultant

Details of engagement

Indecon

A Review of the Irish Annuities Market (The Review was undertaken under the auspices of the Partnership Pensions Review Group which was established under the terms of Towards 2016).

€133,165.60

2006

Name of Consultant

Details of engagement

Fitzpatrick Associates

Study on Progressing the Special Initiatives under Sustaining Progress

€18,604.00

2005

Name of Consultant

Details of engagement

Fitzpatrick Associates

Research project on the Special Initiatives under Sustaining Progress

€18,604

Grant Thornton

Report of the National Implementation Board re cost and implications of Proposed Amendments to Labour Court recommendations on An Post (in the context of an industrial relations dispute at the company)

€60,000

2000

Name of Consultant

Details of engagement

ESRI

Phase II Basic Income Study

€16,789

Rory O’Donnell & Paul Teague

Evaluation of Partnership

€50,790

Public Service Modernisation funded through the Change Management Fund, Department of Finance

2009

O’Neill Amarach Consultants LTD

Business Customer Satisfaction Survey

€23,752.02

IPSOS MORI

Survey of Civil Service Customers

€68,185.80

Fitzpatrick Associates

Garda Boundaries Realignment Project

€46,413.00

Economist Intelligence Unit

To conduct an independent Review of the Economic Regulatory Environment to compare the performance of Irish sectoral regulators against their international counterparts

€25,632.71

2008

IPSOS MORI

Compiling and presentation of Civil Service Customer Satisfaction survey

€6,9817

OECD

OECD system level review of Irish Civil Service

€60,000.75

Economist Intelligence Unit

To conduct an independent Review of the Economic Regulatory Environment to compare the performance of Irish sectoral regulators against their international counterparts

€382,866.76

Isolde Goggins and Gillian Lauder

Review of the Operation of Regulatory Impact analysis (RIA). In line with the terms of Towards 2016, an independent review of the operation of RIA was commissioned to assess the effectiveness of the current RIA model across Departments.

€85,305.00

2007

OECD

OECD system level review of Irish Civil Service

€300,010.00

Fitzpatrick Associates

Research project to evaluate the impact of the introduction of the Customer Charter process in the Irish Civil Service

€13,552.00

Ipsos Mori

Survey of Civil Service customers (general public) to determine attitudes towards and experiences of dealing with Civil Service Organisations.

€9,952.25

Isolde Goggin and Gillian Lauder

Review of the Operation of Regulatory Impact Analysis

€23,595.00

R.A. Consulting

Employee Opinion Survey 2007

€18,081.00

2006

Economic and Social Research Institute

Business Attitudes Survey

€80,000.00

Fitzpatrick Associates

Customer Charter Evaluation

€40,656

Institute of Public Administration

Project to map regulatory framework in Ireland

€13,068

Ipsos Mori Ireland

Surveys of general public and business customers

€17,847

2005

Institute of Public Administration

Regulatory Mapping project

€37,466

Ipsos Mori Ireland

Market research on Customer Satisfaction

€16,486

2004

McCann Fitzgerald Solicitors

Research and preparation of report — Redress for Civil Service Customers

€76,895

2003

Lansdowne Market Research Ltd

Irish Civil Service Customer Satisfaction Survey Report

€21,447

2002

NGM Market Research Ltd

Communicating Change and Modernisation in the Civil Service — Report

€25,181

Lansdowne Market Research Ltd

Irish Civil Service — Customer Satisfaction Survey Report

€35,804

2001

Name of Consultant

Details of engagement

Dr. Jane Pillinger

Consultancy SMI

€38,823

PA Consulting Group

Evaluation of SMI

€349,306

Departmental Expenditure

Joe McHugh

Question:

94 Deputy Joe McHugh asked the Taoiseach the annual Departmental spend for his Department per annum since 1997; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [22610/11]

The following table details the annual spend by my Department, in respect of Administration and Programme subheads, from 1997 to end of August 2011:

Year

Annual spend by Department€m

1997

€16.185

1998

€21.120

1999

€25.264

2000

€72.817

2001

€29.910

2002

€28.403

2003

€24.655

2004

€28.824

2005

€29.484

2006

€32.585

2007

€35.167

2008

€32.897

2009

€24.235

2010

€20.300

2011 (Jan — Aug 2011)

€11.383

Question No. 95 answered with Question No. 89.

National Census

Peter Mathews

Question:

96 Deputy Peter Mathews asked the Taoiseach if he will provide the proportion of adults aged over 60 years in the 2006 census in a selection of district electoral divisions (details supplied) in tabular form; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [22636/11]

The following table details the proportion of adults aged over 60 years in the 2006 census in relation to all the district electoral divisions requested by the Deputy.

Persons, males and females aged 60 years and over present in the State on census night, classified by selected Electoral Divisions and the percentage against the entire population, 2006

Geographic Area

Age Group

Gender

Persons

Males

Females

Ballinteer-Broadford

Total population

3,152

1,539

1,613

Of which 60 years and over

343

163

180

Number of 60 years and over as a percentage of the total population

10.9%

10.6%

11.2%

Ballinteer-Ludford

Total population

2,118

1,025

1,093

Of which 60 years and over

634

300

334

Number of 60 years and over as a percentage of the total population

29.9%

29.3%

30.6%

Ballinteer-Marley

Total population

2,443

1,187

1,256

Of which 60 years and over

309

151

158

Number of 60 years and over as a percentage of the total population

12.6%

12.7%

12.6%

Ballinteer-Meadowbroads

Total population

1,587

768

819

Of which 60 years and over

494

237

257

Number of 60 years and over as a percentage of the total population

31.1%

30.9%

31.4%

Ballinteer-Meadowmount

Total population

1,984

955

1,029

Of which 60 years and over

437

194

243

Number of 60 years and over as a percentage of the total population

22.0%

20.3%

23.6%

Ballinteer-Woodpark

Total population

4,305

2,106

2,199

Of which 60 years and over

674

344

330

Number of 60 years and over as a percentage of the total population

15.7%

16.3%

15.0%

Cabinteely-Loughlinstown

Total population

2,546

1,278

1,268

Of which 60 years and over

183

87

96

Number of 60 years and over as a percentage of the total population

7.2%

6.8%

7.6%

Churchtown-Castle

Total population

1,244

587

657

Of which 60 years and over

323

117

206

Number of 60 years and over as a percentage of the total population

26.0%

19.9%

31.4%

Churchtown-Landscape

Total population

1,198

567

631

Of which 60 years and over

318

129

189

Number of 60 years and over as a percentage of the total population

26.5%

22.8%

30.0%

Churchtown-Nutgrove

Total population

3,100

1,523

1,577

Of which 60 years and over

671

281

390

Number of 60 years and over as a percentage of the total population

21.6%

18.5%

24.7%

Churchtown-Orwell

Total population

1,871

856

1,015

Of which 60 years and over

553

216

337

Number of 60 years and over as a percentage of the total population

29.6%

25.2%

33.2%

Churchtown-Woodlawn

Total population

1,323

626

697

Of which 60 years and over

286

117

169

Number of 60 years and over as a percentage of the total population

21.6%

18.7%

24.2%

Clonskeagh-Belfield

Total population

2,442

1,025

1,417

Of which 60 years and over

206

73

133

Number of 60 years and over as a percentage of the total population

8.4%

7.1%

9.4%

Clonskeagh-Farranboley

Total population

1,483

698

785

Of which 60 years and over

329

126

203

Number of 60 years and over as a percentage of the total population

22.2%

18.1%

25.9%

Clonskeagh-Milltown

Total population

1,915

931

984

Of which 60 years and over

259

107

152

Number of 60 years and over as a percentage of the total population

13.5%

11.5%

15.4%

Clonskeagh-Roebuck

Total population

2,037

980

1,057

Of which 60 years and over

409

180

229

Number of 60 years and over as a percentage of the total population

20.1%

18.4%

21.7%

Clonskeagh-Windy Arbour

Total population

2,510

1,200

1,310

Of which 60 years and over

494

169

325

Number of 60 years and over as a percentage of the total population

19.7%

14.1%

24.8%

Dundrum-Balally

Total population

4,894

2,419

2,475

Of which 60 years and over

839

387

452

Number of 60 years and over as a percentage of the total population

17.1%

16.0%

18.3%

Dundrum-Kilmacud

Total population

2,981

1,456

1,525

Of which 60 years and over

443

184

259

Number of 60 years and over as a percentage of the total population

14.9%

12.6%

17.0%

Dundrum-Sandyford

Total population

5,844

2,851

2,993

Of which 60 years and over

706

346

360

Number of 60 years and over as a percentage of the total population

12.1%

12.1%

12.0%

Dundrum-Sweetmount

Total population

1,890

916

974

Of which 60 years and over

518

215

303

Number of 60 years and over as a percentage of the total population

27.4%

23.5%

31.1%

Dundrum-Taney

Total population

2,583

1,206

1,377

Of which 60 years and over

516

214

302

Number of 60 years and over as a percentage of the total population

20.0%

17.7%

21.9%

Foxrock-Carrickmines

Total population

5,982

2,929

3,053

Of which 60 years and over

945

433

512

Number of 60 years and over as a percentage of the total population

15.8%

14.8%

16.8%

Foxrock-Torquay

Total population

1,379

664

715

Of which 60 years and over

238

116

122

Number of 60 years and over as a percentage of the total population

17.3%

17.5%

17.1%

Glencullen

Total population

13,925

7,023

6,902

Of which 60 years and over

1,020

454

566

Number of 60 years and over as a percentage of the total population

7.3%

6.5%

8.2%

Stillorgan-Deerpark

Total population

2,828

1,297

1,531

Of which 60 years and over

679

249

430

Number of 60 years and over as a percentage of the total population

24.0%

19.2%

28.1%

Stillorgan-Kilmacud

Total population

3,842

1,838

2,004

Of which 60 years and over

944

397

547

Number of 60 years and over as a percentage of the total population

24.6%

21.6%

27.3%

Stillorgan-Leopardstown

Total population

2,067

977

1,090

Of which 60 years and over

437

202

235

Number of 60 years and over as a percentage of the total population

21.1%

20.7%

21.6%

Stillorgan-Merville

Total population

2,859

1,351

1,508

Of which 60 years and over

544

232

312

Number of 60 years and over as a percentage of the total population

19.0%

17.2%

20.7%

Stillorgan-Mount Merrion

Total population

2,386

1,119

1,267

Of which 60 years and over

489

199

290

Number of 60 years and over as a percentage of the total population

20.5%

17.8%

22.9%

Tibradden

Total population

827

400

427

Of which 60 years and over

62

30

32

Number of 60 years and over as a percentage of the total population

7.5%

7.5%

7.5%

Ballyboden

Total population

5,200

2,556

2,644

Of which 60 years and over

569

272

297

Number of 60 years and over as a percentage of the total population

10.9%

10.6%

11.2%

Edmondstown

Total population

5,656

2,787

2,869

Of which 60 years and over

529

234

295

Number of 60 years and over as a percentage of the total population

9.4%

8.4%

10.3%

Firhouse-Ballycullen

Total population

6,610

3,341

3,269

Of which 60 years and over

280

131

149

Number of 60 years and over as a percentage of the total population

4.2%

3.9%

4.6%

Firhouse-Knocklyon

Total population

4,014

2,010

2,004

Of which 60 years and over

528

273

255

Number of 60 years and over as a percentage of the total population

13.2%

13.6%

12.7%

Rathfarnham-Ballyroan

Total population

2,494

1,186

1,308

Of which 60 years and over

776

321

455

Number of 60 years and over as a percentage of the total population

31.1%

27.1%

34.8%

Rathfarnham-Butterfield

Total population

3,286

1,591

1,695

Of which 60 years and over

890

384

506

Number of 60 years and over as a percentage of the total population

27.1%

24.1%

29.9%

Rathfarnham-Hermitage

Total population

4,610

2,202

2,408

Of which 60 years and over

502

209

293

Number of 60 years and over as a percentage of the total population

10.9%

9.5%

12.2%

Rathfarnham-St. Enda’s

Total population

3,924

1,875

2,049

Of which 60 years and over

714

309

405

Number of 60 years and over as a percentage of the total population

18.2%

16.5%

19.8%

Rathfarnham Village

Total population

3,038

1,407

1,631

Of which 60 years and over

586

238

348

Number of 60 years and over as a percentage of the total population

19.3%

16.9%

21.3%

Departmental Agencies

Mary Lou McDonald

Question:

97 Deputy Mary Lou McDonald asked the Taoiseach the money saved if all State agency board member payments in his Department were reduced by €10,000 when their current annual payment is in excess of €50,000. [22743/11]

The National Economic and Social Development Office (NESDO) is the only State agency under the aegis of my Department.

The membership of the Board of the NESDO comprises the Chairperson and Deputy Chairperson of the National Economic and Social Council (NESC). There are 33 members on the NESC. Members do not receive any remuneration in relation to their roles on the Board/Council so the question of savings does not arise.

Question No. 98 answered with Question No. 85.

Departmental Expenditure

Shane Ross

Question:

99 Deputy Shane Ross asked the Taoiseach the details of spending, using departmental credit cards held by Department staff over the past four years; the numbers of persons in his Department who hold credit cards; the credit limits of said cards; and the amount that was specifically spent by his Department on entertainment provided using said credit card. [23319/11]

The following table details the total spend on departmental credit cards over the past four years, and the amount that relates to entertainment expenditure:

Year

Total Spend

Total Spend on Entertainment

No. of Cards

2008

€79,410.24

€22,460.89

29

2009

€28,809.55

€7,328.97

25

2010

€15,351.14

€2,982.48

19

2011 (Jan — Aug)

€15,549.12

€2,370.98

8

There are eight departmental credit cards in operation at present, two of which have a credit limit of €4,000 and the remaining six have a limit of €2,500.00. The cards are held by the following officials:

Head of Information Technology Unit

Head of Library Services/Archives

Private Secretary to the Taoiseach

Private Secretary to Government Chief Whip

Private Secretary to the Minister of State for European Affairs

Assistant Secretary, European and International Affairs

Head of Management Services Unit

Finance Officer

Departmental credit cards are used for official purposes only. They are allocated to officials where the facility will be of practical use in meeting the requirements of official business, for example, to facilitate meeting of travel expenses and official entertainment while away from the office, the procurement of goods and services such as on-line conference bookings, air travel, purchase of IT equipment and library supplies.

The use of official credit cards is closely monitored by the Department's Finance Unit. Expenditure must generally be supported by receipts submitted by card holders each month as part of the approval process for the associated expenditure. The allocation and use of official credit cards are reviewed on an ongoing basis, with a view to minimising the number of cards allocated, and credit limits are assigned in line with requirements for official use on a case by case basis.

Ministerial Staff

John O'Mahony

Question:

100 Deputy John O’Mahony asked the Taoiseach the number of persons employed in each of the private offices and the constituency offices of his Ministers of State; the annual amount paid in respect of salaries to each office for 2009, 2010 and to date in 2011 in tabular form; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [23349/11]

John O'Mahony

Question:

101 Deputy John O’Mahony asked the Taoiseach the number of special advisers and programme managers in his Department; the annual amount paid in respect of salaries in regard to each such office for each of the years 2009, 2010 and to date in 2011, in tabular form; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [23364/11]

John O'Mahony

Question:

102 Deputy John O’Mahony asked the Taoiseach the number of persons employed in his private offices and constituency offices; the annual amount paid in respect of salaries in regard to each such office for 2009, 2010 and to date in 2011 in tabular format; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [23379/11]

I propose to take Questions Nos. 100 to 102, inclusive, together.

Details of the number and annual salaries of the Special Advisers and of those employed in the Private Offices and Constituency Offices of my Department are set out in the following table.

2009 (as at 1/1/2009)

2009 (as at 1/1/2009)

2010 (as at 1/1/2011)

2010 (as at 1/1/2011)

2011 (as at 1/1/2011)

2011 (as at 1/1/2011)

Number of Staff

Annual Salary

Number of Staff

Annual Salary

Number of Staff

Annual Salary

Taoiseach’s Private Office

12

627,473

10

484,561

11

574,261

Taoiseach’s Constituency Office

7

337,197

6

296,497

5

280,882

Government Chief Whip’s PrivateOffice

4

202,099

4

195,587

4

201,215

Government Chief Whip Constituency Office

4

162,473

3

130,614

3

135,818

Minister of State for European Affairs Private Office

3

132,405

3

127,840

2

103,324

Special Advisers

7

1,063,350

7

974,496.00

5

576,153

Totals

37

2,524,997

33

2,209,595

30

1,871,653

Departmental Expenditure

Simon Harris

Question:

103 Deputy Simon Harris asked the Taoiseach the budget available to his Department for IT expenditure in 2010 and 2011; the provisions within his Department for the purchasing of IT equipment; the efforts that are being undertaken to ensure value for money and cost reductions in this regard; if there are budgets and procedures in place for the purchasing of IT equipment for each State agency under his remit for 2010 and 2011; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [23452/11]

My Department is acutely aware of the need to obtain value for money at all times and is fully committed to effective and efficient resource allocation and service provision. There is a continuing focus on achieving more efficiencies in IT spend and contracts coming up for renewal are reviewed with a view to consolidation wherever possible. Centrally negotiated framework agreements are also utilised wherever possible.

The National Economic and Social Development Office (NESDO) is the only agency under the aegis of my Department. NESDO receive a grant-in-aid allocation from my Department. They provided for €10,000 from their budget in 2010 and €12,870 from their budget in 2011 for the purchasing of IT equipment.

Procurement of IT equipment by my Department and by NESDO is carried out under procedures recommended by the National Public Procurement Policy Unit in the Department of Finance which is responsible for procurement policy, national procurement guidelines and the application of EU directives.

These procedures are designed to ensure that appropriate competitive processes are in place to select the providers of goods and services which represent best value to the Department, taking account of a number of important criteria including cost and suitability for purpose.

Departmental Correspondence

Sean Fleming

Question:

104 Deputy Sean Fleming asked the Taoiseach if he will publish the details of his Department’s submission and all correspondence to the Department of Public Expenditure and Reform for consideration as part of the comprehensive spending review. [23479/11]

Departmental submissions to the Comprehensive Review of Expenditure (CRE) are a central part of the overall pre-budget deliberations of the Government. As such, release of these documents could not be considered in advance of Government decisions on the forthcoming Budget. I would envisage that the reports submitted as part of the CRE process can be made available publicly following the completion of the budgetary and Estimates process.

Live Register

John McGuinness

Question:

105 Deputy John McGuinness asked the Taoiseach if he will give details of the most recent unemployment figures at a social welfare office (details supplied) in Dublin 24; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [23879/11]

The Live Register series gives a monthly breakdown of the number of people claiming Jobseekers Benefit, Jobseekers Allowance and other registrants as registered with the Department of Social Protection. Figures are published for each county and local social welfare office.

The most recent Live Register figures available are for August 2011. The table below contains the numbers signing on in Tallaght local office on the last Friday of August 2011.

It should be noted that the Live Register is not a definitive measure of unemployment as it includes part-time workers, and seasonal and casual workers entitled to Jobseekers Benefit or Allowance.

Live Register

Males

Under 25 years

1,651

25 years and over

6,551

Total males

8,202

Females

Under 25 years

1,004

25 years and over

2,974

Total females

3,978

All persons

Under 25 years

2,655

25 years and over

9,525

Total persons

12,180

Source: CSO Live Register

Professional Fees

Pearse Doherty

Question:

106 Deputy Pearse Doherty asked the Taoiseach the potential savings to the Exchequer by reducing professional fees paid by the State by 25%. [24288/11]

The total amount of professional fees paid by my Department from January to end August 2011 was €1,011,530.30. This includes spend of €1,270 under my Department's administrative budget, the remainder relates to the Moriarty Tribunal. A reduction of 25% would have equalled €252,882.58.

It should be noted that following completion of its Second Report, the Tribunal's legal team was reduced and it now consists of just a Junior Counsel and a Solicitor to assist in the completion of the Tribunal's remaining tasks.

Constitutional Convention

Anne Ferris

Question:

107 Deputy Anne Ferris asked the Taoiseach the progress that has been made in establishing the constitutional convention; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24432/11]

Work has commenced on the preparation of proposals for the establishment of the Constitutional Convention and, when ready, these will be considered by the Government.

The proposals, which will address matters such as the structure, composition and working methods of the Convention, will be announced after they have been agreed by the Government.

Commemorative Events

Eric J. Byrne

Question:

108 Deputy Eric Byrne asked the Taoiseach if he will confirm the names of those who will comprise the Oireachtas consultation group in relation to the plans for the 1916 rising centenary; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24433/11]

Membership of the Oireachtas Consultation Group on Centenary Commemorations comprises Mr. Jimmy Deenihan TD, Minister for Arts, Heritage and the Gaeltacht, Deputies Aengus Ó Snodaigh, Catherine Murphy and Maureen O'Sullivan and Senators Mary White and Mark Daly.

Departmental Expenditure

Terence Flanagan

Question:

109 Deputy Terence Flanagan asked the Taoiseach if he will deal with a matter (details supplied) regarding expenses claimed by a former Taoiseach; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [23695/11]

Terence Flanagan

Question:

110 Deputy Terence Flanagan asked the Taoiseach if he will deal with a matter regarding expenditure of public money (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [23798/11]

Anne Ferris

Question:

111 Deputy Anne Ferris asked the Taoiseach the measures he will take to reduce the phone allowances and secretarial allowances of retired Taoisigh; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [23999/11]

I propose to take Questions Nos. 109 to 111, inclusive, together.

Under the terms of an initiative introduced by the Department of Finance in August 2001, my Department pays the salary of secretarial assistants employed by former Taoisigh.

A former Taoiseach may employ two secretarial assistants for a period not exceeding five years. After the five year period has elapsed one secretarial assistant may be employed. The initiative also includes provision for purchase of computer equipment necessary for this type of service.

My Department also pays for the telephone expenses incurred by former Taoisigh.

These arrangements are being reviewed as part of the Comprehensive Review of Expenditure which is currently underway.

Robert Dowds

Question:

112 Deputy Robert Dowds asked the Taoiseach the amount of money spent producing Government reports in both Irish and English on a yearly basis. [25411/11]

The following payments were made in 2010 in respect of the production of reports by the Department of the Taoiseach:

(A) Corporate Affairs

Name of Report

Type of Cost

Cost

Annual Report 2007 (English and Irish)*

Printing

€825

Strategy Statement 2008-2010 (English and Irish)*

Printing

€306

Annual Report 2008 (English and Irish)*

Design

€1,815

Annual Report 2008 (English and Irish)*

Translation

€3,840.54

Total Cost

€6,786.54

*Invoices received and paid in 2010 in respect of reports published in previous years.

(B) Organisational Review Programme

The ORP, which was based in the Department of the Taoiseach in 2010, has since transferred to the Department of Public Expenditure.

Name of Report

Type of Cost

Cost

The Second Report of the Organisational Review Programme (English and Irish)

Translation

€10,810.79

The Second Report of the Organisational Review Programme (English and Irish)

Printing

€7,928

Total Cost

€18,738.79

The total costs for 2010 therefore are € 25,525.33.

Passport Applications

Alex White

Question:

113 Deputy Alex White asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade the reason a passport has not been issued in respect of a person (details supplied). [24594/11]

An application for a passport for the child in question was made in March, 2011. This was done under the provisions of the Passports Act, 2008, which provides, that this Department must be satisfied that an applicant is an Irish citizen before issuing him/her a passport. In this particular case the child was born in England. Her mother was born in South Africa and even though she is an Irish passport holder since 2004, this does not confer automatic Irish citizenship entitlement to any children that she may have that were born abroad.

Accordingly the applicant's entitlement to Irish citizenship is based on an Irish-born maternal grandparent. In such cases, a person must apply for Irish citizenship through the Foreign Births Registration process to the Consular Section in my Department. Successful applicants are issued with certificates of registration which are required for the purposes of passport applications.

No such certificate or any other acceptable evidence of the child's entitlement to Irish citizenship was presented with the passport application and accordingly, the application could not be approved. The Passport Service wrote to the applicant's parents on 14 April, 2011 to advise of the position and requested specific additional documentary evidence to demonstrate the child's entitlement to Irish citizenship. While no reply has been received in the interim the application remains open.

In order to finalise the application to passport issue, the child in question must first be registered in the Foreign Births Register. Once this is done, the parents must submit the certificate of registration to the Passport Service where it will be associated with the current application form.

The Consular Division of the Department received an application for Foreign Births registration on 19th May 2011 and has been in contact with the applicant in relation to outstanding documentation as recently as 6th September last. When this documentation is received the application for Foreign Birth Registration can be fully considered.

Diplomatic Representation

Eoghan Murphy

Question:

114 Deputy Eoghan Murphy asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade if a decision has been reached in relation to retaining an Irish embassy in the Vatican. [24771/11]

I am currently reviewing our network of diplomatic and consular missions in the context of the Government's comprehensive review of expenditure. It would be inappropriate and discourteous for me to speculate on the outcome of that review as regards individual missions.

Arms Trade

Eoghan Murphy

Question:

115 Deputy Eoghan Murphy asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade in view of Ireland’s commitment to international arms control, in particular nuclear non-proliferation and disarmament and in view of Ireland’s chairmanship of the OSCE, which we will take up in 2012, if he will inform Dáil Éireann when he intends to implement Ireland’s accession to the Antarctic Treaty. [24783/11]

The question of Ireland's possible accession to the Antarctic Treaty System is under consideration in those Government Departments which have responsibility for the areas covered by the Antarctic Treaties. A Government decision of 9 June 2010 authorised the then Minister for Foreign Affairs and the other relevant Ministers to conduct preparatory work on this issue. A process of inter-departmental consultation, chaired by my Department, is continuing. This includes an assessment of the legislative implications of accession; it is apparent that these could be significant.

Appointments to State Agencies

Joe McHugh

Question:

116 Deputy Joe McHugh asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade the names of the State boards whose membership are determined by his Department; the date on which each of these membership is due for renewal or appointment; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24959/11]

There are no State boards operating under the responsibility of my Department. However, there are currently four bodies which operate under its aegis. The four bodies in question consist of

one Education Commission: The Ireland — United States Commission for Educational Exchange, also known as the Fulbright Commission; and

three Advisory Committees, namely (a) the Government Emigrant Services Advisory Committee; (b) the Development Education Advisory Committee and (c) the Irish Aid Expert Advisory Group.

The Ireland — United States (Fulbright) Commission for Educational Exchange, while not a State body, was established on a statutory basis in 1991. I have certain specific statutory responsibilities in respect of the Commission, including the appointment of four of eight members to its Board for a two-year period. In October 2010, my predecessor appointed three members to the Board. The fourth board member's term has expired.

The Government's Emigrant Services Advisory Committee (previously known as the Díon Committee) was set up in 1984 to advise the Government on the welfare of the Irish community in Britain. The Committee's primary role is to advise on the distribution of Government support to voluntary agencies providing front line services and community care to Irish people in Britain. The Committee currently has a membership of thirteen persons. The Chair and Secretary are both officers of the Embassy in London, while other Committee members serve in a voluntary capacity.

Following the expiration of the term of the previous Committee on 31 December 2010, I appointed eleven voluntary members to the Committee on 11 April 2011, in consultation with Embassy London and the Irish Abroad Unit in my Department. The Development Education Advisory Committee (DEAC) was established by the Minister for Foreign Affairs in 2003 following the recommendations of the Ireland Aid Review Committee. It has ten members, eight of whom I appoint directly and two who are appointed on the nomination of the Department of Education and Skills and the National Council for Curriculum and Assessment (NCCA). Its purpose is to advise on policy regarding development education. The current committee was appointed by my predecessor in April 2010 for a two-year term. Membership is drawn from the voluntary sector and relevant educational institutions. The Department of Education and Skills and the NCCA nominees serve in a representative capacity while all other committee members serve in an individual capacity.

The Irish Aid Expert Advisory Group (IAEAG) was established in 2010 acting on a recommendation contained in the Irish Aid Management Review adopted by the Government in 2009. The Group consists of seven members, six of whom I appoint directly and one on the nomination of the Department of Finance. The role of the Group is to offer independent expert advice on the strategic direction of the aid programme. Members of the Advisory Group were appointed by my predecessor in June 2010 for a three year term.

Departmental Expenditure

Robert Dowds

Question:

117 Deputy Robert Dowds asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade the amount of money spent producing Government reports in both Irish and English on a yearly basis. [25412/11]

In 2010, my Department translated two reports into Irish: the 2009 Report of the Department's Audit Committee and the 2009 Annual Report of Irish Aid. The total amount spent on translating these reports was €4,343.

Illicit Trade in Tobacco Products

Robert Dowds

Question:

118 Deputy Robert Dowds asked the Minister for Finance the extent of tobacco smuggling here at present; the extent of seizures of illegal tobacco over the past year; and his plans to tackle this crime. [24659/11]

I am informed by the Revenue Commissioners, who are responsible for the collection of tobacco products tax, and for tackling the illicit trade in cigarettes and tobacco products, that there is no internationally recognised method for precisely determining the amount of tax lost as a result of the illicit trade in cigarettes. However, on the basis of a 2009 & 2010 survey carried out independently on behalf of Revenue and the Office of Tobacco Control, Revenue estimates that approximately 20% of cigarettes consumed in the State had not been taxed in this jurisdiction. It is important to emphasise that this estimate includes both illicit cigarettes and legal cross-border purchases brought into the State for personal consumption. Revenue would further tentatively estimate that this figure of 20% comprises 14% illicit product and 6% legal cross-border purchases. In 2010 Revenue's strategy resulted in the seizure of a total of 178m cigarettes with a retail value of approximately €75m and 3,342kg of tobacco with a retail value of approximately €1.2m. For the period January to August 2011, a total of 77.9m cigarettes with a retail value of approximately €32.8m and 6,683 kg of tobacco with a retail value of approximately €2.4m have been seized.

The Revenue Commissioners regard the tackling of the illicit trade in cigarettes and tobacco products to be a high priority area. They have established a high level internal group, chaired at Commissioner level, to examine the risks related to tobacco products tax and to oversee and optimise the detection of counterfeit and contraband tobacco products. This group has promoted a number of initiatives aimed at counteracting the illicit trade in tobacco. These include adoption of a comprehensive tobacco strategy and action plan.

This strategy employed by Revenue to tackle this illicit trade is multi-faceted. It includes ongoing analysis of the nature and extent of the problem, developing and sharing intelligence on a national, EU and international basis, ongoing review of operational policies, development of analytics and deployment of detection technologies, optimum deployment of resources at point of importation and internally to intercept the contraband product and to prosecute those involved.

Interception at the point of importation is achieved through a combination of risk analysis, profiling, intelligence, and the screening of cargo, vehicles, baggage and postal packages. Revenue enforcement officers also target this illicit trade at the post-importation level by carrying out intelligence-based operations and random checks at retail outlets, markets and private and commercial premises. Revenue also carries out regular multi-agency operations, particularly in relation to large maritime importations and in checks at inland markets.

In July 2010, Revenue launched a series of nationwide tobacco ‘blitz' type operations, which concentrated additional Revenue resources at ports, airports and at various inland retail points, including markets for the purpose of identifying illicit tobacco products. To date, Revenue has conducted seven tobacco blitz operations that have resulted in the seizure of in excess of 33.2m cigarettes. Another two large-scale nationwide operations are scheduled to take place during the last quarter of 2011.

Mortgage Lenders

Pearse Doherty

Question:

119 Deputy Pearse Doherty asked the Minister for Finance his view on obliging banks who forced customers out of tracker mortgages and onto fixed mortgages or flexi-rates; and his further views on whether there would be any cost incurred to the State as a result of this policy. [24404/11]

The Central Bank's Consumer Protection Code requires entities regulated by the Central Bank to act honestly, fairly and professionally in the best interests of their customers. Regulated entities must not recklessly, negligently or deliberately mislead a customer as to the real or perceived advantages or disadvantages of any particular product or service. In accordance with common rule 12 of the Code, regulated entities have to ensure that all relevant information, and in particular, key information is provided to a consumer in a clear manner. The operation of any agreement between a regulated entity and a consumer must be in accordance with the terms and conditions applying to that agreement. In August 2010, the Central Bank published the findings of an examination of switching practices related to tracker mortgages by lenders and relevant customer communications in relation to products. A number of concerns were identified during the examination about the level of disclosure and transparency when consumers moved from tracker rate mortgages to other forms of mortgages.

As a result of this finding, mortgage lenders were requested to disclose fully, with immediate effect, the impact of any switch from a tracker mortgage rate in all customer communications. Customers must be notified that switching from a tracker rate may mean they will lose the ability to avail of a tracker rate mortgage in the future, where this is the case.

Mortgage lenders have been advised to include new information in all customer communications regarding switching from tracker rate mortgages, for any reason, with immediate effect. This information should include:

indicative comparisons of the cost of monthly repayments of the customer's current tracker rate mortgage and the rates being offered,

details of the advantages and disadvantages of the tracker mortgage rate compared to the other rates being offered.

The examination did not find evidence that customers were being offered incentives to move off tracker rate mortgages. Mortgage lenders have been instructed, by the Central Bank, to give careful consideration before offering any incentives to customers to move from tracker rate mortgages and to notify the Central Bank in advance of any such proposals.

I have been informed by the Central Bank that, where banks and other lending agencies made errors in removing persons from tracker rate mortgages, the Bank expects that such customers have been or will be compensated by the agency in question. The Central Bank will not comment on press reports that certain amounts of compensation have been paid by certain lending agencies.

Tax Code

Terence Flanagan

Question:

120 Deputy Terence Flanagan asked the Minister for Finance his plans to reverse the implementation of the universal social charge; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24411/11]

The Universal Social Charge (USC) was introduced in Budget 2011 to replace the Income Levy and Health Levy. The USC is a more sustainable charge than the Income Levy and Health Levy. It is applied at a low rate on a wide base. The USC is designed to apply across income levels in a smoother progression and to address the irregularities caused by ‘step effects' in the previous system of levies. There is a commitment in the Programme for Government to carry out a review of the USC. This review has commenced.

The Terms of Reference of the review are broad and wide-ranging and include, but are not limited to, the following areas:

Low paid income earners;

Persons over 65;

Medical Card Holders;

Widows/Widowers;

Self-employed;

Public Service Pensioners;

Employer contributions to PRSAs; and

Any other issues (including any operational issues that have arisen in the administration of the charge).

When the review is completed and the findings are presented to me, I will make any necessary decisions in the context of Budget 2012.

Motor Vehicle Registration

Michelle Mulherin

Question:

121 Deputy Michelle Mulherin asked the Minister for Finance the number of vehicles registered under the category C classification up to 31 August 2011 and for each of the years 2007, 2008, 2009 and 2010; the cost to his Department of processing these applications; the amount of revenue collected by his Department from processing these applications; the amount of revenue collected by his Department from these applications to date in 2011 and in each of the past four years; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24459/11]

I am informed by the Revenue Commissioners that the number of vehicles that were registered under the category C classification together with the amount of revenue collected for the requested periods, are shown in the table. The cost of processing these registrations is not available.

Vehicles Registered under Category C

Gross

Receipts

RegistrationsCategory C

2007

New

52,843

2,640,400

Used

22,511

1,114,950

Total

75,354

3,755,350

2008

New

36,523

1,824,950

Used

21,530

1,068,000

Total

58,053

2,892,950

2009

New

12,388

617,550

Used

20,702

1,030,100

Total

33,090

1,647,650

2010

New

12,555

713,513

Used

13,410

672,617

Total

25,965

1,386,130

2011 (8 Mths)

New

11,382

1,199,905

Used

6,848

764,300

Total

18,230

1,964,205

Please note that the receipts shown for 2011 are provisional.

Tax Code

Pearse Doherty

Question:

122 Deputy Pearse Doherty asked the Minister for Finance the current point of entry to the PAYE tax net; and if he plans to lower same. [24485/11]

The entry point to taxation for PAYE income earners is determined by a number of factors such as the age of an individual, marital status and dependent children. On that basis, the entry point to income tax for the most common categories of PAYE income earners are set out in the following tables:

Aged under 65

Category

Entry Point to PAYE Taxation

Single Individual

€16,500

Married one-earner couple with no children

€24,750

Married one-earner couple with children

€28,800

Aged 65 and over (Age Exemption Limits)

Category

Entry Point to PAYE Taxation

Single Individual

€18,000

Married one-earner couple (no children)

€36,000

As the Deputy is aware, the Government has initiated a Comprehensive Review of Expenditure to provide the Government with a set of decision options to meet the overall fiscal consolidation objectives and re-align spending with the Programme for Government priorities.

When this review is complete, the Government will examine the findings and, based on these findings and consultation with the Troika, will introduce fiscally neutral changes to the detail of the EU/IMF Programme of Financial Support for Ireland while maintaining the overall commitment to fiscal consolidation.

Pearse Doherty

Question:

123 Deputy Pearse Doherty asked the Minister for Finance his view on refundable tax credits; and if he will give an annual estimated cost to the Exchequer of providing refundable tax credits to those in receipt of wages less that €17,500 per annum. [24486/11]

I am advised by the Revenue Commissioners that based on annual incomes below €17,500 per annum on Revenue income tax records, as returned by or on behalf of income earners for the income tax year 2009, the latest year for which the necessary detailed data is available, the cost to the Exchequer of making the main personal and PAYE tax credits refundable when they are unused by these income earners is estimated to be of the order of €1.4 billion per annum. This estimate relates only to the cost of extending refundable tax credits to all those on the Revenue's tax files. If a refundable tax credit system were to be introduced, one would have to consider those who are not on the tax files, for example, those who are of employable age but not working, including those on social welfare. If such categories were eligible this would increase the cost significantly.

The estimate of cost takes into account all income earners, both employees and self-employed, whose total gross income from all sources is below €17,500 per annum. This is composed of income from employment and self-employment as well as all other sources of tax liable income such as pensions, benefits, dividends and investments.

In addition to the issue of cost, there would be a range of other policy and practical issues arising in introducing such a system.

Anne Ferris

Question:

124 Deputy Anne Ferris asked the Minister for Finance his views on whether members of the Craft Council of Ireland will avail of the reduction in the VAT rate for their labour intensive crafts; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24513/11]

Seán Kyne

Question:

140 Deputy Seán Kyne asked the Minister for Finance his plans to reduce the VAT applied on labour-intensive products produced by crafts-persons which would recognise the importance of such an indigenous, often rural based industry. [24977/11]

I propose to take Questions Nos. 124 and 140 together.

The VAT rating of goods and services is subject to the requirements of EU VAT law with which Irish VAT law must comply. Under the VAT Directive Member States may only apply the reduced VAT rate to those goods and services which are listed under Annex III of the VAT Directive. I understand that the major sectors within the Irish craft industry are pottery, glass, jewellery, textiles and furniture. Annex III does not provide for a reduced rate of VAT to be applied to these goods, which are consequentially subject to the standard VAT rate of 21%.

Brendan Griffin

Question:

125 Deputy Brendan Griffin asked the Minister for Finance if he will guarantee that the Revenue Commissioner in all districts will return all Relevant Contract Tax Deductions, RCTD 35% on application for entitlements in the respective year; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24634/11]

I am advised by the Revenue Commissioners that Relevant Contracts Tax (RCT) is a withholding tax mechanism for contractors carrying out relevant operations in the construction, forestry and meat processing sectors. The governing legislation obliges a person (the principal contractor) to retain 35% of the amount payable to subcontractors in the absence of a Revenue authorisation (C2) and a related Payments Card. Where tax is deducted, the principal contractor gives the subcontractor a Form RCTDC, which the subcontractor uses to claim credit for, or repayment of, the tax withheld. A subcontractor makes a claim for repayment of RCT by submitting one or more Form(s) RCTDC in respect of an income tax month or any number of income tax months. As a withholding tax, the tax deducted by the principal contractor is available for offset against the subcontractor's tax liability, primarily Income Tax and Corporation Tax, but also against other taxes such as Value Added Tax and employers' PAYE/PRSI. Once these liabilities have been satisfied, any balance of tax in credit may be refunded to the subcontractor.

Mortgage Arrears

Robert Dowds

Question:

126 Deputy Robert Dowds asked the Minister for Finance his approach towards assisting families coping with stressed mortgages; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24655/11]

There are a number of measures in place to assist people who are having genuine difficulties in meeting their mortgage repayments. The Central Bank's revised Code of Conduct for Mortgage Arrears (the Code) applies to mortgage lending activities with consumers in respect of their principal private residence in the State. Compliance with the Code is mandatory on all mortgage lenders registered with the Central Bank. The Code came into effect on 1 January 2011. With effect from 30 June 2011, lenders must have in place the required systems and trained staff necessary to support the implementation of the Code. The Code sets out the framework that lenders must use when dealing with borrowers who are in arrears or are in pre-arrears. For the purposes of the Code a "pre-arrears" case arises when the borrower contacts the lender stating that he or she is in danger of getting into financial difficulties and/or is concerned about getting into mortgage arrears. The Code can be accessed at www.centralbank.ie.

The main provisions of the code are as set out as follows:

(1) Lenders must establish a Mortgage Arrears Resolution Process know as "MARP" and use this framework when dealing with consumers who are in arrears or in pre-arrears situations.

(2) The lender must not apply to the courts to commence legal action for repossession of the borrower's primary residence until every reasonable effort has been made to agree an alternative arrangement with the borrower or his/her nominated representative.

(3) Where a borrower co-operates with the lender, the lender must wait at least 12 months from the date the borrower is classified as a MARP case (i.e. 31 days from the date the arrears first arose) before applying to the courts to commence legal action for repossession of a borrower's primary residence.

(4) Where a borrower is in mortgage arrears, a lender may commence legal action for repossession of the property without the 12 month period applying, only in the following circumstances:-

where a borrower does not co-operate with the lender,

in the case of fraud perpetrated on the lender by the borrower, or

in the case of a breach of contract by the borrower other than the existence of arrears.

(5) A lender must not require a borrower to change from an existing tracker mortgage to another mortgage type as part of an alternative arrangement offered to the borrower in arrears or in pre-arrears.

(6) Lenders must establish an Appeals Support Unit which must be adequately staffed, to manage cases under the MARP.

(7) Borrowers can make an appeal in relation to the decision of the Arrears Support Unit and the lender's treatment of the borrowers under the MARP, to an internal Appeals Board which lenders are required to establish. The Central Bank has produced, with input from the National Consumer Agency, a consumer guide to assist consumers in understanding the new process under the revised Code that they should expect from lenders. The guide together, with a number of questions and answers, are available on the Central Bank's website www.centralbank.ie.

Financial assistance is available to eligible claimants under the Department of Social Protection's Mortgage Interest Supplement Scheme.

People in debt or in danger of getting into debt can avail of the services of the Money Advice and Budgeting Service. This is a national, free, confidential, and independent service.

The Deputy may wish to note that a Working Group has been established under the Economic Management Council to consider the state of implementation of the main recommendations in the report of the Mortgage Arrears and Personal Debt Group. This Group has also been asked to consider and develop further necessary actions to alleviate the increasing mortgage over-indebtedness problem. I expect that the Group will complete its work in the very near future.

Robert Dowds

Question:

127 Deputy Robert Dowds asked the Minister for Finance if he has given directions to the banks and other lending agencies on the way they are to deal with persons unable to cope with mortgages which they are unable to pay either in part or full; if so, if these banks and lending agencies are carrying out his direction; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24656/11]

I have not issued directions to the banks and to other lending agencies on the manner in which they are to deal with their customers. However, I would like to inform the Deputy that, following the publication of the report of the Mortgage Arrears and Personal Debt Group in November 2010, the Central Bank revised its Code of Conduct on Mortgage Arrears (CCMA). The revisions were to reflect many of the recommendations in the report, including the key recommendations relating to the introduction by all lenders, regulated by the Central Bank, of a standardised Mortgage Arrears Resolution Process (MARP).

The revised CCMA came into effect on 1 January 2011 and can be assessed at www.centralbank.ie. Lenders are legally required to comply with the CCMA. With effect from 30 June 2011, lenders must have in place the requisite systems and trained staff necessary to support the implementation of the MARP.

lenders are prohibited from moving borrowers in arrears from existing tracker mortgages,

penalty interest charges may not be imposed on borrowers in arrears who co-operate with the MARP,

harassment of borrowers through unsolicited communication is outlawed,

borrowers in financial difficulties, but not in arrears, are allowed to come under the MARP,

when determining the 12 month period that the lender must wait before applying to the courts to commence legal action, the lender must exclude any time period during which the borrower is complying with the terms of an alternative repayment arrangement, making an appeal to the internal appeals board or making a complaint to the Financial Services Ombudsman.

Departmental Expenditure

Robert Dowds

Question:

128 Deputy Robert Dowds asked the Minister for Finance the amount of money spent producing Government reports in both Irish and English on a yearly basis. [24657/11]

Following clarification with the Deputy's office I understand that the information being sought is the total expenditure by my Department on translations from English into Irish for 2010. The total expenditure by my Department on translation costs from English into Irish in 2010 was €8,747.36.

Departmental Reports

Robert Dowds

Question:

129 Deputy Robert Dowds asked the Minister for Finance if he will consider putting the following into practice, to print Government reports and documents in English, rather than bilingually, to have available all such reports in the Irish language for all those who want to read them as Gaeilge; and if so, the amount of money that would be saved by the State. [24658/11]

Every effort should be made to ensure that material is translated into Irish in-house. Many publications, translated into Irish, should be stored electronically and printed in-house as required.

Robert Dowds

Question:

130 Deputy Robert Dowds asked the Minister for Finance the position regarding a report on the expert group reviewing the house mortgage situation. [24663/11]

I assume that the Deputy is referring to the report of the Mortgage Arrears and Personal Debt Group (Cooney Report) which was published in November 2010. One of the recommendations of the Group was that lenders should offer a Deferred Interest Scheme (DIS) to borrowers. Under this Scheme, subject to certain criteria being satisfied, borrowers are allowed to pay at least 66% of their mortgage interest but less than 100%. Payment of the balance may be deferred for up to 5 years. Lenders representing the majority of the market have already implemented (or indicated their willingness to implement) the Group's proposals for a DIS or a variation of it. While the Scheme is voluntary for all lenders, those who have signed up in support of the Scheme will be monitored by the Central Bank to ensure compliance.

Since the publication of the Group's Report, the Code of Conduct on Mortgage Arrears (CCMA) has been revised by the Central Bank to reflect many of the Group's recommendations, including key recommendations relating to the introduction by all lenders regulated by the Central Bank of a standardised Mortgage Arrears Resolution Process (MARP). The most significant changes in the revised CCMA include

penalty interest charges may not be imposed on borrowers in arrears who co-operate with the MARP,

harassment of borrowers through unsolicited communication is outlawed,

borrowers in financial difficulties, but not in arrears, are allowed to come under the MARP,

when determining the 12 month period the lender must wait before applying to the courts to commence legal action, the lender must exclude any time period during which the borrower is complying with the terms of an alternative repayment arrangement, making an appeal to the internal appeals board or making a complaint to the Financial Services Ombudsman.

The revised CCMA came into effect on 1 January 2011 and can be accessed at www.centralbank.ie. Lenders are required to comply with the CCMA as a matter of law. With effect from 30 June 2011, lenders must have in place the requisite systems and trained staff necessary to support the implementation of the MARP.

A new Working Group has been established under the Economic Management Council. Its remit is to consider the state of implementation of the main recommendations of the Cooney Report and to develop further necessary actions to alleviate the mortgage over indebtedness problem. The Government will consider what further action is warranted once the Group has concluded its deliberations and reported to the Economic Management Council. I expect that the Group will complete its work in the very near future.

Oil Prices

Catherine Murphy

Question:

131 Deputy Catherine Murphy asked the Minister for Finance if, with reference to the confirmation of the Chief Economist of the International Energy Agency in April 2011 that global crude oil production peaked in 2006 and that oil prices internationally are likely to inflate significantly over the long term and having regard to Ireland’s dependance on imported fossil fuels, he has undertaken any detailed economic risk modelling of the potential impact on the economy here of permanently higher or volatile oil prices; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24763/11]

As the Deputy is aware, Ireland is an oil-importer. Thus, any rise in the price of oil reduces domestic disposable income levels, meaning that less income is available to spend on domestically produced good and services. All other things being equal, this will have a negative impact on GDP growth. In terms of quantifying the potential impact, model simulations suggest that each 10 euro per barrel increase in the price of oil reduces the GDP growth rate by around ¼ — ½ per cent in a full year. A number of caveats apply to this estimate however, as the transmission of higher oil prices to the real economy depends on a number of factors. These include the nature of the oil price shock (whether it is a demand or supply-side shock), the perception of households and firms as to the duration of the price increase and the policy response.

It is also important to note that structural changes in the economy in recent decades mean that Ireland is now much less dependent on oil as an input to the production process than in the past. For example, there has been a sectoral shift from manufacturing to services, with the latter (on average) being less energy-intensive. In addition, there has been an intra-sectoral shift from heavy manufacturing to knowledge-intensive manufacturing. This has reduced the exposure of the manufacturing sector (on average) to oil price developments.

Moreover, I would point out that while the price of oil has been on an upward trend over the past year — primarily reflecting supply-side issues, particularly the geo-political crisis in the Middle East — futures markets are currently pricing in lower oil prices for 2012 and 2013.

Retirement Funds

Michelle Mulherin

Question:

132 Deputy Michelle Mulherin asked the Minister for Finance the amount of money that accrues to his Department for the Exchequer as a result of the raising of the limit of approved retirement funds from €12,700 to €18,000 in budget 2011; the number of persons who had planned to purchase an ARF on retirement will no longer be eligible to do so; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24880/11]

Michelle Mulherin

Question:

133 Deputy Michelle Mulherin asked the Minister for Finance the outcome of the residual pension fund of deceased pensioners, following the raising limit for the purchase of approved retirement funds in Budget 2011, who have qualified for an ARF before the changes and which could have been left to their next of kin; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24881/11]

Michelle Mulherin

Question:

134 Deputy Michelle Mulherin asked the Minister for Finance if, following the raising of the guaranteed income limit for life for the purchase of an approved retirement fund in Budget 2011, there is a mechanism or provision, other than an approved minimum retirement fund, whereby non qualifying pensioners get the many advantages of an ARF that wealthier pensioners will enjoy; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24884/11]

I propose to take Questions Nos. 132 to 134, inclusive, together.

These questions relate to the flexible options on retirement first introduced in Finance Act 1999. Prior to that Act, any person taking a pension under a defined contribution (DC) scheme or a Retirement Annuity Contract was required to purchase an annuity with their remaining pension pot after drawing down the appropriate tax-free lump sum. Finance Act 1999 introduced significant changes which gave a considerable degree of control, flexibility and personal choice to certain categories of individuals in relation to the drawing down of benefits from their pension plans. These choices include the options to purchase an annuity, to receive the balance of the pension fund in cash (subject to tax, as appropriate), to invest in an approved retirement fund (ARF) or an Approved Minimum Retirement Fund (AMRF), subject to certain conditions.

Access to these flexible options was extended to all main benefits from retirement benefit schemes (other than Defined Benefit arrangements) in Finance Act 2011. The changes made in Finance Act 2011 have particular relevance for ordinary members of occupational DC pension schemes in respect of the main benefits from such schemes, as up to the passing of the Act, the only option available to them in respect of those benefits had been the purchase of a retirement annuity after taking the tax-free lump sum. These individuals now have the choices referred to above depending on their particular circumstances. It should be borne in mind, however, that the option to invest in an ARF or AMRF as opposed to purchasing an annuity may not be appropriate for everyone.

Under the regime the options to

invest in an ARF, or

receive the balance of the pension fund in cash (subject to tax, as appropriate) are subject to conditions. The conditions include the requirements that the individual be over 75 years of age or, if younger, that the individual has a guaranteed level of pension income (specified income) actually in payment for life at the time the option to effect the ARF or cash option is exercised. Finance Act 2011 increased the guaranteed level of pension income required from the previous fixed amount of €12,700 introduced in 1999, to a variable amount equal to 1.5 times the maximum annual rate of the State Pension (Contributory) bringing the "specified income" limit to €18,000 per annum at present.

The purpose of the specified income limit is to ensure, before an individual has unfettered access to their remaining retirement funds via an ARF for example, that they have the security of an adequate guaranteed income throughout their retirement. It is not the purpose of the limit, or the increase in the limit, to secure additional revenues for the Exchequer. The change to the specified income limit introduced in Finance Act 2011 was strongly signalled in the National Pensions Framework published in March 2010.

Where the minimum specified income test is not met, and an individual does not wish to purchase an annuity, then an AMRF must be chosen into which a "set aside" amount must be invested from the pension fund equal to 10 times the maximum annual rate of State Pension (Contributory) — €119,800 at present — or the remainder of the pension fund, after taking the tax-free lump sum, if less. Prior to Finance Act 2011, the "set aside" amount was fixed at the first €63,500 of the pension fund or the remainder of the fund after the tax-free lump sum, if less than that amount. The purpose of an AMRF is to ensure a capital or income "safety net" for individuals with pension income below the specified income limit throughout the period of their retirement. The funds in an AMRF can be used by the owner at any time to purchase an annuity. On death of the AMRF owner, the AMRF automatically becomes an ARF and any remaining funds may be passed on in a tax efficient way to a surviving spouse and/or children.

Prior to Finance Act 2011, if the minimum specified income test was not met at the time the option to effect the ARF or cash option was exercised and the individual placed a "set aside" amount in an AMRF, that capital sum was effectively "locked in" and could not be accessed by the individual, other than to purchase an annuity, until he or she reached 75 years of age (at which point the AMRF automatically becomes an ARF) though any income generated by the fund could be drawn down subject to tax. This was the position even if the minimum specified income test was met after retirement. Finance Act 2011 changed this rule so that where the minimum specified income test is met at any time after retirement and before age 75, the AMRF automatically becomes an ARF with full access to the funds.

As a transitional measure, Finance Act 2011 allows the previous lower guaranteed income requirement of €12,700 per annum to continue to apply for a period of 3 years from the date that Act was signed into law (6 February 2011)—

for individuals who had retired before that date and who already had an AMRF, and

for individuals who availed of the deferred annuity purchase option*, had exercised the ARF (or cash) option within one month of the date of passing of Finance Act 2011 and who in exercising that option had transferred the requisite amount to an AMRF within that one month period.

This means that if such individuals satisfy the guaranteed income requirement of €12,700 within that three-year period their AMRF becomes an ARF. After this three-year period expires, the new higher guaranteed income test will have to be satisfied before the AMRF can become an ARF. The amount of guaranteed income required to meet the test will change in line with any future change in the maximum annual rate of State Pension (Contributory).

I have no information on the number of individuals who would have been in a position to avail of the ARF option if the rules relating to the minimum income test, in particular, had not been changed. However, I am advised by the Revenue Commissioners that there have been very few representations made to them in that regard. Where individuals do not meet the new specified income test and choose not to take the AMRF option, they can of course purchase an annuity. Depending on the particular scheme rules, the annuity can be designed to include features that best suit the individual's particular needs, in terms of how long the annuity payments may be guaranteed after death, whether they revert to a dependant after death and whether they remain at the same level or increase during payment.

The Budget and Finance Act 2011 changes seek to ensure that those in pension arrangements to whom the flexible ARF options on retirement have been extended will have choices which best suit their particular circumstances. In making the changes, however, there was also a concern to ensure that the parameters and rules governing the extension are set in a way that avoids an increase in the risk of income poverty in old age.

The deferred annuity purchase option was introduced with effect from 4 December 2008 for members of defined contribution occupational pension schemes and allowed them to defer the purchase of an annuity for an initial period of 2 years, in light of the fact that pension funds had been adversely affected by the falls in equity markets and the more general falls in assets values. The deferral option was operated administratively by the Revenue Commissioners. The period of deferral was subsequently extended to 6 March 2011 i.e. one month beyond the passing into law of the Finance Act 2011.

National Asset Management Agency

Billy Kelleher

Question:

135 Deputy Billy Kelleher asked the Minister for Finance if his attention has been drawn to the delays in the assessment of business plans by the National Asset Management Agency which is resulting in deposits being returned to house purchasers and cases in which house owners are unable to take possession of their homes resulting in financial hardship; if, in view of the current market conditions, he will ensure that the assessment deadlines given by NAMA are met by it to prevent further losses in cases in which house purchases still exist; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24892/11]

With regard to the Deputy's contention that there are delays in the business plan review process, I understand from NAMA that significant progress has been made over recent months and that, as of end-August 2011, NAMA had completed its review of the plans of 113 of the 180 debtors whose loans it is managing directly. These 113 debtors account for some 75% of the total nominal value of debts outstanding to NAMA. In addition to the reviews conducted directly by NAMA, reviews have also been completed of the plans of another 60 debtors whose debts are being managed by the participating institutions under delegated authority from NAMA. NAMA has also observed that, in any event, the ongoing review of debtor business plans does not hold up credit decisions. In fact, some 400 credit decisions, including sales approvals, are currently being processed every month. I understand that, generally speaking, once a credit application comes into NAMA, a decision is made within one week. If the Deputy has details of specific cases of delay, such information should be sent to the CEO of NAMA who will investigate the matter and revert to him directly.

It should also be pointed out that not all offers made by potential purchasers will match what NAMA considers to be an acceptable price for the property concerned.

Tax Collection

Alan Farrell

Question:

136 Deputy Alan Farrell asked the Minister for Finance the amount lost to the Exchequer due to tax evasion on a yearly basis over the past five years; his plans to minimise this amount as a means of increasing tax revenue; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24901/11]

I am advised by the Revenue Commissioners that they do not measure the amount of tax lost to the Exchequer due to tax evasion. There is no one internationally recognised and agreed measure. The results from the many different measures must be treated with a great deal of caution. The international response by other tax authorities to tax evasion is to focus on deterrence while at the same time facilitating compliance. This is precisely the approach adopted by the Revenue Commissioners. The main focus of Revenue continues to be on selecting cases for intervention based on the presence of various risk indicators and other information available. This is the type of targeted intervention that gets best results and that is most likely to change the behaviour of the taxpayer into the future. The targeted approach is greatly enhanced by the computerised Risk Evaluation Analysis and Profiling System (REAP) developed by Revenue. Cases may also be selected on the basis of external/further information provided to Revenue.

Revenue fully recognises the need to tackle tax evasion in all its forms, and consequently has an increased focus on sectors which have the potential to operate using cash.

Last year auditors carried out 11,008 audits resulting in a yield of €434.7 million. A total of 454,796 assurance checks, a less intrusive form of intervention, produced a yield of €58 million.

Tax Clearance Certificates

Brendan Griffin

Question:

137 Deputy Brendan Griffin asked the Minister for Finance if the Revenue Commissioners will explain the reason a person (details supplied) in County Kerry is being forced to make repayment to them; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24923/11]

I am advised by Revenue that an unfortunate mistake was made in this case. Revenue has now taken steps to rectify the matter and to apologise to the taxpayer. In May 2011 the taxpayer informed them that she was in receipt of widow's pension from the Department of Social Protection since 2006. As a result, an adjustment of her tax credits was needed, to remove the married person's tax credit to which she was no longer entitled, and to replace it with credits appropriate to her new status.

Unfortunately, only the first part of this process was carried out, and the result was an apparent underpayment of tax for the years 2007 to 2010. A statement of underpayment was issued in early August. Revenue has now however corrected the situation by adding the credits to which she is entitled, and the result is that no additional tax is due.

Revenue deeply regret the distress caused to the taxpayer by the erroneous assessment of her tax liability, and have written directly to apologise.

International Agreements

Dominic Hannigan

Question:

138 Deputy Dominic Hannigan asked the Minister for Finance if any of the money has been drawn down from the bilateral loan agreements with the UK, Sweden and Denmark; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24929/11]

To date, there have been no draw downs from the bilateral loans available under the EU/IMF Programme of Financial Support for Ireland. Arrangements are well underway for the first drawdown under the Loan Agreement reached with the UK. The first drawdown of £403 million or approximately €463 million, using the exchange rate on 19 September 2011, is expected to be completed shortly.

Loan agreements with Sweden and Denmark are still being finalized. The first draw downs from Sweden and Denmark are expected to take place in the first quarter of 2012.

Appointments to State Boards

Joe McHugh

Question:

139 Deputy Joe McHugh asked the Minister for Finance the names of the State boards whose membership are determined by his Department; the date on which each of these memberships is due for renewal or appointment; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24958/11]

The following are the State Boards whose membership are determined by the Department of Finance; the membership of each Board; the date each member was appointed to the Board and the date each membership of the Board will cease.

Members of National Treasury Management Agency Advisory Committee

First appointed

End of appointment

David Byrne (Chairman)

1 Jan 2008

31 Dec 2012

Tytti Noras

1 Aug 2005

31 July 2015

Donald C Roth

13 Sep 1990

31 Dec 2013

Hugh Cooney

1 Jan 2008

31 Dec 2012

Kevin Cardiff (Secretary General, Department of Finance)

1 Feb 2010

End of term as Secretary General

Brendan McDonagh

1 Sep 2010

31 Aug 2015

There is currently one vacancy on the NTMA Advisory Committee

National Pensions Reserve Fund Commission

First appointed

End of appointment

Mr Maurice Keane

5 Feb 2007

4 Feb 2012

Dr Brian Hillery

1 July 2004

30 June 2014

Dr Frances Ruane

1 July 2009

30 June 2014

Mr Knut N. Kjaer

2 April 2010

1 April 2015

Mr John A. Canning Jr

2 April 2005

1 April 2015

Mr Paul Carty (Chairman)

1 Aug 2005

31 July 2015

Mr John Corrigan

4 Dec 2009

Ex-officio

National Asset Management Agency

First appointed

Duration of Appointment

Frank Daly

22 Dec 2009

5 years

Eilish Finan

22 Dec 2009

4 years

Michael Connolly

22 Dec 2009

5 years

Peter Stewart

22 Dec 2009

3 years

Brian McEnery

22 Dec 2009

4 years

Willie Soffe

22 Dec 2009

4 years

Mr John Corrigan

22 Dec 2009

Ex-officio

Mr Brendan McDonagh

22 Dec 2009

Ex-officio

Stephen Seelig

26 May 2010

3 years

National Development Finance Agency

First appointed

Duration of Appointment

John C. Corrigan — Chairman

4 Dec 2009

Ex-officio

Brian Murphy — Chief Executive Officer

12 January 2009

4 Years

Fred Barry

2 May 2007

5 years

Liam Berney

2 May 2007

5 years

Ann Fitzgerald

1 January 2008

5 years

Stewart Harrington

2 May 2007

5 years

Tony Jones

1 January 2008

5 years

Peter McManamon

1 January 2008

5 years

State Claims Agency Policy Committee

First appointed

End of appointment

Dr. Noel Whelan (Chairman)

17 April 2002

17 April 2012

Ms Deirdre Hanlon

3 May 2007

2 May 2012

Mr. Tony Delaney

22 February 2010

21 February 2015

Brigadier General Christopher Moore (Retired)

22 February 2010

21 February 2015

Ms Niamh Moran

10 March 2010

9 March 2015

Mr. Chris Fitzgerald

20 October 2010

19 October 2015

Central Bank

The Minister for Finance appoints six members of the Central Bank Commission. One of these appointments will expire on 1 October 2013, two on 1 October 2014, one on 8 March 2015 and two on 1 October 2015.

Question No. 140 answered with Question No. 124.

Personal Debt

Mattie McGrath

Question:

141 Deputy Mattie McGrath asked the Minister for Finance his plans to introduce a debt forgiveness scheme for those in mortgage arrears; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24988/11]

As I stated to the Joint Oireachtas Committee on Finance, Public Expenditure and Reform on 1 September 2011, the issue of mortgage indebtedness is a complex one and it is clear that there is no magic solution to solve all problems. There have been many contributions to the debate, including suggestions for the granting of debt forgiveness. As the Deputy will appreciate, this is simply not a realistic option. Solutions must be found on a case by case basis through open and meaningful engagement between the borrower and the lender. The planned reform of the bankruptcy and debt settlement arrangements by my colleague, the Minister for Justice and Equality and Defence, are also key elements in any consideration of potential policy options.

However, a new Working Group has been established under the Economic Management Council. Its remit is to consider the state of implementation of the main recommendations of the Expert Group on Mortgage Arrears and Personal Debt (which reported in November 2010) and to consider and develop further necessary actions to alleviate the mortgage over indebtedness problem. The Government will consider what further action is warranted once the Group has concluded its deliberations and reported to the Economic Management Council. I expect that the Group will complete its work in the very near future.

Joanna Tuffy

Question:

142 Deputy Joanna Tuffy asked the Minister for Finance his plans to introduce new initiatives, in addition to the existing measures which are in place, to support homeowners who are struggling to meet their mortgage repayments each month; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [24991/11]

The Deputy might wish to note that, in addition to the existing measures which resulted from the report of the Expert Group on Mortgage Arrears and Personal Debt (published in November 2010), a new Working Group has been established under the Economic Management Council. Its remit is to consider the state of implementation of the main recommendations of the Expert Group and to consider and develop further necessary actions to alleviate the mortgage over indebtedness problem. I expect that the Group will complete its work in the very near future.

Currency Printing

Sean Fleming

Question:

143 Deputy Sean Fleming asked the Minister for Finance when the Irish Central Bank last printed Irish punts currency; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [25042/11]

Irish Pound bank notes were last produced in 2001. Euro notes and coins came into circulation on 1 January 2002. Irish Pound bank notes ceased to be legal tender on 9 February 2002.

Vocational Education Committees

Pat Breen

Question:

144 Deputy Pat Breen asked the Minister for Education and Skills the position regarding a course in respect of a person (details supplied) in County Clare; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24925/11]

Officials in my Department have been in contact with Co. Clare VEC in relation to the matter referred to by the Deputy. I understand that the VEC is currently involved in discussions with the individual to enable the successful resolution of this issue in a manner that is satisfactory to both parties.

Special Educational Needs

Olivia Mitchell

Question:

145 Deputy Olivia Mitchell asked the Minister for Education and Skills if a resolution of the special needs assistant issue in respect of a person (details supplied) in County Meath can be found as quickly as possible; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [25181/11]

Finian McGrath

Question:

162 Deputy Finian McGrath asked the Minister for Education and Skills the position regarding a special needs assistant and educational opportunities in respect of a person (details supplied). [24569/11]

I propose to take Questions Nos. 145 and 162 together.

The Deputy will be aware that the National Council for Special Education (NCSE) is responsible, through its network of local Special Educational Needs Organisers (SENOs) for allocating resource teachers and Special Needs Assistants (SNAs) to schools to support children with special educational needs. The NCSE operates within my Department's criteria in allocating such support. This now includes a requirement for the NCSE to have regard to an overall cap on the number of SNA posts.

I understand that officials from the NCSE and from my Department have recently been in contact with the school concerned, in relation to the child referred to by the Deputy, regarding his requirements for care support and Irish Sign Language provision for the current school year. I understand that appropriate arrangements have now been agreed with the school authorities in this regard for this child.

Redundancy Payments

Noel Coonan

Question:

146 Deputy Noel Coonan asked the Minister for Education and Skills the reason he failed to inform a person (details supplied) in County Tipperary of his or her rights to apply for partial redundancy knowing the person was entitled to same; the reason the person’s application for partial redundancy was subsequently refused; the reason the person has no right of appeal; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24400/11]

An application for compensation for loss of hours (partial redundancy) was received on 28th June 2011 by my Department from the person referred to by the Deputy.

My Department's circular on redundancy arrangements for Special Needs Assistants was posted to all schools in 2006 and also published on my Department's website. As the SNA's employer, the Board of Management is responsible for following correct procedure in recruitment and any other matters regarding that person's contract.

Under the terms of the circular, this person is not entitled to a partial redundancy payment as the time limit for submitting an application (52 weeks after the date on which the hours were lost) had expired. My Department wrote directly to the person referred to by the Deputy on 28th June 2011 (and again on 12th July following further correspondence) informing the person of the position.

State Examinations

Noel Coonan

Question:

147 Deputy Noel Coonan asked the Minister for Education and Skills the position regarding a leaving certificate recheck application in respect of a person (details supplied) in County Tipperary; if he will provide a timeframe for a decision; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24401/11]

The State Examinations Commission has statutory responsibility for operational matters relating to the certificate examinations including organising the holding of examinations, supervising the examinations, making arrangements for the marking of work presented for examination and determining procedure to enable the review and appeal of results of examinations at the request of candidates.

In view of this I have forwarded your query to the State Examinations Commission for direct reply to you.

Departmental Expenditure

Pearse Doherty

Question:

148 Deputy Pearse Doherty asked the Minister for Education and Skills the cost of centrally buying books for use by all primary and secondary schools and distributing them. [24405/11]

The information sought by the Deputy is not readily available to my Department, however one estimate from publishers' sources suggests that the Irish school book market is worth approximately €60 million per annum. At present, my Department contributes approximately €15 million of the total spend in this market through the provision of the school book grant to schools. Given the scale of the overall challenge facing the public finances, it is regrettable that increased spending in this area cannot be considered at this point.

Nevertheless, I share the concern expressed by many parents and organisations in relation to the high cost of school textbooks and the frequent rate of revisions made by book publishers.

I have adopted a number of approaches to this issue. As the Deputy will be aware, I recently met with educational book publishers, representatives of parents' organisations and the Society of St. Vincent de Paul regarding the cost of school textbooks. Subsequently, the publishers devised a voluntary Code of Practice and, while I welcome the Code as a significant step in the right direction, I believe that more should be done to reduce the price of textbooks.

Accordingly, I have proposed to the representatives of the textbook publishers: that the cover price of the most popular textbooks should be reduced; that a significant discount should be given to schools which purchase textbooks in bulk, in line with the discounts given to retailers of textbooks; that the practice of combining a conventional textbook and workbook in a single volume should be ended to allow students to re-use a textbook; and that support materials should be provided to teachers online, to minimise ancillary printing costs.

I am also keen to examine if there are ways to encourage schools, via the book grant scheme, to establish or maintain book rental schemes as I believe this to be one of the most effective ways of lowering the burden of the cost of school books. I have invited the National Parents Councils at primary and post-primary levels to provide me with examples of good practice of book rental schemes. Drawing on these and other examples, I intend to publish advice to schools on how best to establish and maintain textbook rental schemes in schools well in advance of the beginning of the next school year.

School Staffing

Pádraig Mac Lochlainn

Question:

149 Deputy Pádraig Mac Lochlainn asked the Minister for Education and Skills if he will consider looking at equity for job opportunities that may arise in post-primary schools for those who have been in substitution positions for a number of years by introducing a similar panel system as is in place for primary schools. [24407/11]

I have no plans to introduce a panel system at post-primary level nor do I think it would be appropriate to do so.

There are fundamental differences in the operation of the staffing arrangements between primary and post-primary levels. The range of individual subjects is a significant additional complicating factor at post- primary level.

Teaching Qualifications

Pádraig Mac Lochlainn

Question:

150 Deputy Pádraig Mac Lochlainn asked the Minister for Education and Skills if he will consider reviewing the higher diploma in education enforcement in all post primary schools including vocational education committees in view of the fact that there are concerns that across the board contracts of indefinite duration have been granted to teachers without higher diplomas. [24408/11]

It is the policy of my Department that only a teacher registered with the Teaching Council, and who has qualifications appropriate to the sector and suitable to the post for which he or she is proposed, should be employed in a school.

The Teaching Council considers applications to be registered as Post Primary school teachers under Regulation 4 of the Teaching Council Registration Regulations, which were approved in November 2009. For the purpose of registration under regulation 4 up to 1 April 2013, the Council requires that an applicant have a primary degree or equivalent which is considered suitable and a suitable qualification in post primary teacher education. Teachers employed in the vocational education sector are not required, at this time, to have a H.Dip qualification in order to be considered qualified. The provision related to a post-primary teacher qualification does not generally apply to a person applying to register as a teacher in a VEC school until after 1 April 2013. Regulation 4 also provides for the acceptance of qualifications, which in the opinion of the Council are of an equivalent standard to the above and sufficient for registration.

School Staffing

Pádraig Mac Lochlainn

Question:

151 Deputy Pádraig Mac Lochlainn asked the Minister for Education and Skills the way he will ensure that his request to schools to employ younger teachers is being implemented in view of the fact that concerns continue that retired teachers are still being employed in some schools and that younger qualified teachers are losing out. [24409/11]

Any decision to employ a retired teacher is a local decision made by the school authorities and not my Department. Circular 0031/2011 is aimed at ensuring that boards of management and principals only resort to employing a retired teacher in very limited circumstances. It requires a school principal to keep a record as to why a retired teacher had to be employed to cover a short-term absence. The principal must also report to the school's board of management on the instances where this arises.

Abatement of pension is applied to retired teachers where the amount of pay together with the pension being received is greater than the pay on which the pension is based. The effect of this is to reduce or sometimes stop pension where a retiree returns to teaching. In addition, from 1 January 2011, teachers who are in receipt of an occupational pension and who return to teach are remunerated at the first point of the reduced salary scales instead of their pre-retirement personal rate of pay. These provide significant disincentives to teachers on pension from returning to teach after their retirement.

Schools Building Projects

Joe McHugh

Question:

152 Deputy Joe McHugh asked the Minister for Education and Skills if he will give consideration to an application by a school (details supplied) in County Donegal; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24416/11]

The school referred to by the Deputy has recently submitted an application for additional funding in relation to a building project ongoing at the school.

The application is currently being examined by officials in the Planning and Building Unit of my Department who will be liaising with the school authorities with a view to obtaining more detailed information in this regard. On receipt of this information, a decision will be made and the school authorities notified accordingly.

Patrick O'Donovan

Question:

153 Deputy Patrick O’Donovan asked the Minister for Education and Skills if emergency and additional funds can be sought by schools that encounter unforeseen difficulties in their building projects. [24463/11]

School authorities are responsible for managing the delivery of their devolved building projects and ensuring that the project is delivered within the approved budget. To assist schools in this process, my Department provides Technical Guidance documents which are available on my Department's website at www.education.ie.

There can be occasions where a school's building project, while remaining within the scope of works approved by my Department, encounters unforeseen difficulties. In cases where these difficulties cannot be addressed from the approved budget request for additional funding will be considered on its own merits.

Where the scope of the projects has been increased above what has been approved by my Department all additional costs associated with this increase must be funded by the school authority.

Job Protection

Paudie Coffey

Question:

154 Deputy Paudie Coffey asked the Minister for Education and Skills his plans to apply to the European Globalisation Fund and European Social Fund for assistance in respect of TalkTalk workers; the levels of support that he will give to assist redundant workers in TalkTalk Waterford; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24492/11]

European Globalisation Fund: My Department is currently investigating whether all the relevant criteria have been met in conformity with EGF Regulations 1927/2006 and 546/2009 to enable the Irish authorities to make a sustainable application to the European Commission for EGF co-financing of active labour market measures in support of workers being made redundant at the TalkTalk company in Co. Waterford.

In particular, an understanding and explanation of the precise reasons for the proposed redundancies and the total number of persons being made redundant, including any transfers to related employment elsewhere in the EU, are required in the context of the rules governing the European Globalisation Adjustment Fund. All relevant avenues of information are being pursued by officials in my Department in this regard.

European Social Fund:

I understand that whilst FÁS may provide tailored training programmes (which may be part-funded by the European Social Fund) in respect of particular groups of redundant workers, the European Social Fund itself is not designed to make specific interventions such as may be envisaged in the case of the TalkTalk workforce.

Assistance to be supplied by FÁS:

FÁS has made the following services available to TalkTalk employees:—

Top level agreement with the company on responsibilities and actions. (Meeting with the Company took place on Friday, 9th September.)

Presentations to all redundant workers on FÁS services, interventions and supports.

Preparation of a ‘Skills Analysis Report' by FÁS based on identified workers' needs and local opportunities.

Referral by FÁS of redundant workers to jobs, training courses or other options.

Establishment by FÁS of special or customised courses where necessary.

On-going support and action to keep redundant workers ‘in touch with the labour market'.

Following the internal company consultation process, which will commence immediately, FÁS Employment Services staff will meet with TalkTalk management and staff representatives, and formulate a plan of action to deliver FÁS services and supports to all staff being made redundant in Autumn 2011. Such services and supports will include:—

On-site presentations to all staff on FÁS services and supports.

Advice on setting up a resource centre, in-house, (to facilitate staff in the career guidance needs and job search activities).

Provision of a range of pre-redundancy and where necessary post-redundancy training courses to assist all staff in achieving relevant skills updating, which in turn will enable them to competitively compete in the labour market.

Assistance to be supplied by Skillnets:

Skillnets Ltd, through 2 of its networks has, since 9th September being engaging with TalkTalk in Waterford. The 2 networks are Waterford Chamber Skillnet, who are a mixed sector regional network based in the Waterford area and the Contact Centre Management Association Skillnet, which covers the Contact and Call Centre sector in Ireland.

The initial objective of this engagement is for these networks to identify the training needs of the workforce in order to devise a plan of action that can assist them in their search for new employment. This might involve upskilling their current contact centre skills and/or providing training opportunities to enable them to apply for jobs in other sectors.

This action plan will form the basis of an application for funding to Skillnets Ltd. It is expected that a decision on this funding will be made by the end of September.

Contact Centre Management Association Skillnet, along with its member companies held a Jobfair on Wednesday 14th September to advertise c. 150 job vacancies to TalkTalk staff. Skillnets Ltd is liaising with FÁS to ensure a joint approach to the significant challenges facing the TalkTalk workforce. Joint briefing sessions have been organised for TalkTalk staff on October 20th-22nd.

Third Level Fees

Bernard J. Durkan

Question:

155 Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Education and Skills the procedure to be followed in respect of college fees in the case of a person (details supplied) in County Kildare; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24499/11]

The position is that under my Department's Free Fees Scheme, students who have previously pursued but have not completed a course of third level study and subsequently resume third level studies are not eligible for free fees for the equivalent period of time spent on the first course of study where the third level course concerned attracted exchequer funding. In such cases exchequer funding includes fees, maintenance, tax relief, subsidy towards course cost etc.

As the student referred to by the Deputy was entitled to avail of tax relief on the fees paid in respect of their first course of study, they are not eligible under the Scheme for a second period of study for the equivalent period of time spent on that first course of study.

Where undergraduate students do not meet the eligibility criteria of the Free Fees initiative such students must pay the appropriate tuition fee as determined by the relevant third level institution.

Section 473A, Taxes Consolidation Act, 1997, as amended by Section 11 of the Finance Act 2011, provides for tax relief, at the standard rate of tax, for tuition fees paid in respect of approved courses at approved colleges of higher education including certain approved undergraduate and postgraduate courses in E.U. Member States and in non EU countries. Details are available on the Revenue Commissioners' website at www.revenue.ie.

Pupil-Teacher Ratio

Finian McGrath

Question:

156 Deputy Finian McGrath asked the Minister for Education and Skills if he foresees an increase in the student-teacher ratio here; the measures he will put in place to reduce class sizes; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24534/11]

At this point I do not propose to give any specific commitment on the allocation of teachers to schools for the 2012/13 school year.

The number of teaching posts that we can afford to fund in schools is a matter that I will have to consider with my colleagues in Cabinet in the context of the next budget and meeting our obligations under the EU/IMF Programme.

The Government will endeavour to protect frontline education services as best as possible. However, this must be done within the context of bringing our overall public expenditure into line with what we can afford as a country. All areas of Government will have to manage on a reduced level of resources. The challenge will be to ensure that the resources that can be provided are used to maximum effect to achieve the best possible outcome for pupils.

Finian McGrath

Question:

157 Deputy Finian McGrath asked the Minister for Education and Skills the number of classrooms in primary schools here that have more than 30 children and the number of classrooms in secondary schools that have more than 30 children. [24535/11]

Detailed class size data at primary level is available in the Statistics area of my Department's website at the following link: http://www.education.ie/home/home.jsp?pcategory=17216&ecategory=47122&language=EN.

Class size data at second level are not available.

Schools Building Projects

Finian McGrath

Question:

158 Deputy Finian McGrath asked the Minister for Education and Skills if he will provide details of all renovation works carried out on primary and secondary schools here in 2010 and to date in 2011; and the amount each renovation works costs. [24536/11]

The total amount expended in the primary sector on renovation (large scale refurbishments, emergency works, summer works schemes) amounted to €120.7m in 2010 and to date in 2011 amounts to €39.2m (inclusive of jobs initiative).

In the post-primary sector the total amount expended on renovation (large scale refurbishments, emergency works, summer works schemes and the jobs initiative) amounted to €92.7m in 2010 and to date in 2011 amounts to €32.3m.

Details are provided in the attachments (nine) of the schools that:

(a) incurred expenditure on large scale refurbishment projects in 2010 and to date in 2011;

(b) incurred expenditure on emergency works approved in 2010 and approved to date in 2011;

(c) incurred expenditure on the summer works scheme approved in 2010 and the summer works scheme and jobs initiative scheme approved in 2011.

The attachments do not include details of the schools that incurred expenditure in 2010 or to date in 2011 in respect of emergency works or the summer works schemes approved prior to 2010. However, the actual expenditure incurred in 2010 or to date in 2011 on pre-2010 approved schemes is included in the total amounts given above.

I draw the Deputy's attention to the Grant Scheme for Minor Works to National School Properties that issued in November 2010 to all primary schools with full recognition. This grant is spent primarily on the physical infrastructure of schools and cost €28.2m.

The information has been forwarded separately to the Deputy.

Post-Primary Emergency 2010 Scheme

CARLOW

ST LEOS COLLEGE

Window Replacement

410,473.00

COLAISTE EOIN HACKETSTOWN

Dry Rot

27,907.49

COLAISTE MHUIRE CARLOW, KNOCKBEG

362,428.00

TOTAL CARLOW

800,808.49

CAVAN

LORETO COLLEGE, CAVAN

Boiler Replacement

119,410.70

ROYAL SCHOOL CAVAN

Replace ceilings

21,180.00

ST BRICKINS BELTURBET

Provide Off Street Bus Parking Area Security System Professional Fees & Expenses

82,847.33

CAVAN VOCATIONAL SCHOOL, COOTEHILL RD, CAVAN

Ejector Station & Public Lighting, Refurb Sotres Building & Replace Oil Tank, Replace Water Storage Tanks & Refurb of Central Heating System

84,160.04

ST AIDANS COMPREHENSIVE SCHOOL, COOTEHILL

Refurbish Toilets & Sports Changing Rooms Tarmac Car Park & Student Walkways

585,405.20

BAWNBOY C C, BELTURBET

Replace windows

91,685.26

TOTAL CAVAN

984,688.53

CLARE

CBS ENNISTYMON

Replacement of ceiling & roof

31,451.66

COLAISTE MHUIRE, ENNIS

Provision of safe access/egress to & from the school building & provision of washing/toilet facility for student with physical disability

23,315.01

MARY IMMACULATE S S LISDOONVARNA

Work to Address Subsidence of part of School Site Replace oil burner & boiler Car parking

86,810.92

ST JOSEPHS, TULLA

Alterations to Entrance of New Fence Fire detection system for prefabs to be connected to main building

33,349.89

ENNISTYMON VS

Refurb Home Economics Room, Woodwork Store, Science Lab & Replace Hand Raid & Fill Pot Holes

156,158.61

ST PATRICKS SHANNON

replace 2 existing oil boilers & associated works

95,914.04

TOTAL CLARE

427,000.13

CORK

SCOIL MHUIRE GAN SMAL

replace boiler & piping

16,279.29

COLAISTE CHROI NAOFA

removal of asbestos

38,061.80

ST ALOYSIUS COLLEGE

Replace Fire Alarm & Emergency Lighting

94,374.60

NAGLE RICE

Fire Safety Works

177,892.98

ST COLMANS COLLEGE

Repair Portion of Roof Roof Repairs Leaks in the gas supply line Roof repairs

26,177.33

PATRICIAN ACADEMY

Upgrade of Science labs

19,000.00

PRESENTATION SECONDARY SCHOOL CORK, MITCHELSTOWN

Upgrade ESB

26,815.00

MOUNT ST MICHAEL, ROSSCARBERY

Disabled Access Toilet

14,780.96

ST FACHTNAS DE LA SALLE, SKIBBEREEN

Disabled toilet

18,466.95

NORTH MONASTERY CBS

Replacement External Steps

42,115.76

NORTH PRESENTATION, FARRANREE

Replace Mortar in blocks

21,980.00

ST ALOYSIUS

Replace Gym Ceiling

12,257.50

ST ANGELAS COLLEGE

9,000.00

CHRIST THE KING, SOUTH DOUGLAS ROAD

Fire Safety Works

497,833.82

ST BROGANS COLLEGE, BANDON

Roof Works

106,795.00

SCOIL MHUIRE BALLINGEARY

upgrade electrical services

48,837.89

COLAISTE TREASA, KANTURK

replace 2 boilers

54,199.20

ST AIDENS BALLYVOLANE, BALLINCOLLY

Repairs to roof of PE Hall

75,663.54

ST JOHNS CENTRAL COLLEGE, SAWMILL STREET

Repairs to Spalling Plasterwork

61,867.66

ASHTON SCHOOL, BLACKROCK

Upgrade Electrical Installation

54,189.17

BOHERBUE COMPREHENSIVE SCHOOL

repairs to flat roof

16,279.29

MILLSTREET COMMUNITY SCHOOL

Wall Repairs

16,931.26

DOUGLAS COMMUNITY SCHOOL

replace water storage tank

19,523.28

BISHOPSTOWN C S

Replace Footpath at Main Entrance replace single glazed windows

31,280.13

MAYFIELD COMMUNITY SCHOOL

replace roof & gutters to sports hall

143,619.68

YOUGHAL C S

Disabled Access

0.00

TOTAL CORK

1,644,222.09

DONEGAL

GORTAHORK ADULT TRAINING

Disabled Toilet

31,875.00

MILFORD ADULT EDUCATION CENTRE AND TRAINING CENTRE

Structural Repair Works Electrical Works

184,666.76

ST COLUMBAS COLLEGE, LIFFORD

Upgrade Electrical Access for all improvements

365,000.00

CRANA COLLEGE

upgrade Home Economics Room

104,703.00

CARRICK VOCATIONAL SCHOOL, CARRICK

Roof Works

491,552.00

ST CATHERINES VOCATIONAL SCHOOL, KILLYBEGS

disabled access

99,638.87

ROYAL & PRIOR SCHOOL, RAPHOE

Roof Works Replacement of Boiler

224,132.76

POBALSCOIL CHLOICH CHEANNFHAOLA

Replace Floor Covering

31,736.44

GWEEDORE COMMUNITY SCHOOL

Replacement of Space Heating & Domestic Water Replace water pipework Replacment of floor covering

597,538.43

BALLYSHANNON COMMUNITY SCHOOL

Replace Boiler & Pump

7,274.22

DONEGAL VEC, LETTERKENNY

89,500.00

TOTAL DONEGAL

2,227,617.48

DUBLIN

ST MARYS SECONDARY SCHOOL, BALDOYLE

Ceiling Replacement Repair leaks to gutters Replace oil storage tank

34,562.52

CLONKEEN COLLEGE, BLACKROCK

Disabled Access

101,407.00

LORETO ABBEY, DALKEY

Repair spalling concrete Replace cold water storage tanks

85,282.14

HOLY CHILD KILLINEY, MILITARY ROAD KILLINEY

structural repairs to library bay window

23,805.28

ST BENILDUS COLLEGE, UPPER KILMACUD RD, BLACKROCK

Repairs to Gable Wall Suffering From Water Ingress

3,112.50

ST LAURENCES COLLEGE, LOUGHLINSTOWN, DUBLIN 18

Replacement of oil burner

51,911.00

COLAISTE PHADRAIG CBS, ROSELAWN

Water Supply to Science Rooms

1,650.00

THE KINGS HOSPITAL, PALMERSTOWN

Security cameras

9,670.00

ST FINTANS HIGH SCHOOL, SUTTON

Lift & Ramps

17,000.00

MANOR HOUSE RAHENY, WATERMILL ROAD, RAHENY

Upgrade Heating System

127,210.25

ST DOMINICS HIGH SCHOOL, GREENFIELD, DUBLIN 13

conversion of gas & removal of oil tanks

104,694.34

ST PAULS CBS, NORTH BURNSWICK STREET

Repairs to heating system

9,716.60

O’CONNELL CBS, NORTH RICHMOND STREET

Refurb Toilets Roof Works

303,766.45

CBS SYNGE STREET

Provison of Specialist Teaching Rooms

198,246.00

MEANSCOIL IOGNAID RIS, WALKINSTOWN

Re-surfacing of Tarmac Footpaths

39,079.25

ST JOHNS COLLEGE DE LA SALLE BALLYFERMOT

Refurb 3 Science Rooms

470,898.69

CHANEL COLLEGE COOLOCK

Repairs to Leaking Heating Mains & Incoming Fire Main

14,434.31

ST KEVINS COLLEGE, EAST FINGLAS

Replace of Gas line in science Labs

10,673.79

ST DOMINIC’S COLLEGE CABRA

Drainage

28,500.00

ST MARY’S, KILLESTER

Upgrade Electrical & Installation of Emergency Evacuation System Replace water storage tank

389,504.26

PRESENTATION CONVENT WARRENMOUNT

Drainage & Resurfacing of Ball Courts

64,113.29

MARYFIELD COLLEGE, DRUMCONDRA

Roof Repairs

53,721.67

ROSARY COLLEGE, CRUMLIN

Repair of Gym Floor

3,405.00

OUR LADY OF MERCY DRIMNAGH

Sports Hall Floor

36,889.74

WESLEY COLLEGE, BALLINTEER

replace leaking water services pipes in science block

49,272.00

STRATFORD COLLEGE, RATHGAR

Roof Works

27,233.95

BALBRIGGAN C C

Replacement of Gas Boiler, Replacement of LPG Bottle Gas System for Science Rooms

321,551.27

GRANGE COMMUNITY COLLEGE, DONAGHAMEDE

Electrical upgrade

778,670.99

DEANSRATH COMMUNITY COLLEGE, CLONDALKIN

Replace Floor Covering Removal of Trees

101,936.86

ST KEVINS COMMUNITY COLLEGE, CLONDALKIN

Disabled Toilet

26,310.00

DUN LAOGHAIRE COLLEGE OF FURTHER EDUCATION

Roof Works

17,245.00

DUNDRUM COLLEGE OF FURTHER EDUCATION

Upgrade Electrical, Refurb Toilets

389,846.60

LUCAN V S

Disabled Toilet / Access

16,555.96

FINGAL COMMUNITY COLLEGE

Ramp / Disabled Access Ramp/Disabled Access to Computer Room

20,000.00

FIRHOUSE COMMUNITY COLLEGE

305,504.98

ST KEVINS COMMUNITY COLLEGE, CRUMLIN

7,126.88

COLAISTE EOIN, FINGLAS

Roof Works

160,145.45

SKERRIES COMMUNITY COLLEGE

Roof Works

0.00

PRESENTATION COLLEGE TERENURE

Asbestos Removal & Replacement Flooring

192,034.63

COLAISTE DHULAIGH

Roof Works

542,640.16

NEWPARK COMPREHENSIVE SCHOOL, BLACKROCK

Disabled Access

14,522.41

MOUNT TEMPLE COMPREHENSIVE SCHOOL

Reinstatement of grass pitches & Basketball area Cleanup reinstatment works — diesel spillage

357,614.34

TRINITY COMPREHENSIVE

Roof Works Replacement CCTV

529,363.69

SCOIL PHOBAIL CHUIL MHIN

Heating Works

111,685.32

BLAKESTOWN COMMUNITY SCHOOL, BLANCHARDSTOWN

Repair Water Main

16,949.99

HOLY CHILD C S SALLYNOGGIN

replace fire alarm

11,214.43

ST MARKS SPRINGFIELD, TALLAGHT

Rewiring Replace Boiler

480,680.17

OLD BAWN COMMUNITY SCHOOL, TALLAGHT

Replacement of oil Storage Tank Electrical upgrade

76,405.18

KILLINARDEN COMMUNITY SCHOOL, TALLAGHT

Replacement of oil Storage Tank Electrical upgrade

322,564.68

ST AIDENS BROOKFIELD, TALLAGHT

Roof Works Upgrade Heating System Refurb of water system hot & cold sanitary areas, sinks, toilets Replacement of Floor covering

1,544,788.14

POBAILSCOIL NEASAIN, BALDOYLE

Disabled Access

49,976.20

ROSMINI COMMUNITY SCHOOL, DROMCONDRA

Renovation of Reception Area, Office & Visitors Room & Construction of New Reception Area

46,421.82

CITY OF DUBLIN YOUTH SERVICES

Renovation of Reception Area, Office & Visitors Room & Construction of New Reception Area

122,314.00

CITY OF DUBLIN VEC PREMISES HERBERT STREET DUBLIN

Renovation of Reception Area, Office & Visitors Room & Construction of New Reception Area

123,868.40

PARNELL ADULT LEARNING CENTRE

Renovation of Reception Area, Office & Visitors Room & Construction of New Reception Area

230,838.00

TOTAL DUBLIN

9,178,535.58

GALWAY

PRESENTATION GALWAY

Replacement of Concrete Parapets & 6 Areas of Glazed Windows

130,206.00

PRESENTATION COLLEGE, ATHENRY

Refurb of 2 clrooms for add enrolments

347,787.21

ST JOSEPHS GARBALLY

Upgrade heating system in Technology Room Roof & Ceiling Works Boiler Replacement Replace Two Boilers

312,754.13

COLAISTE EINDE, THREADNEEDLE ROAD

Disabled Access

218,076.63

MEAN SCOIL MHUIRE, NEWTOWNSMITH

Repair of External Concrete Structure & Replacement of Render

221,464.23

HOLY ROSARY COLLEGE, MOUNTBELLEW

Replace Penthouse Water Tank & Structure

25,565.00

GAIRMSCOIL FHEICHIN NAOFA

71,250.00

COLAISTE NA COIRIBE

Replace Damaged Section of Railings & Supporting Wall

75,644.84

COLAISTE AN EACHREIDH

provision of drop off/pick up & car parking

177,424.21

SCOIL CHUIMSITHEACH CHIARAIN, AN CHEATHRU RUA

Replacement of asbestos flooring

107,719.95

SCOIL POBAIL MHIC DARA

Boundary Fence

24,336.67

GORT COMMUNITY SCHOOL

Replace Light Fixtures

83,721.56

TOTAL GALWAY

1,795,950.43

KERRY

MEAN SCOIL NAOMH JOSEPH, CASTLEISLAND

Upgrade Electrical Installation

164,450.00

ST BRENDANS COLLEGE, CILL AIRNE

Roof Works

465,829.00

PRESENTATION S.S. MILLTOWN, KILLARNEY

Disabled access

50,519.59

TRALEE CC

Heating Upgrade Install Gas proving system

320,042.50

GAELCHOLAISTE CHIARRAI, TRALEE

Replacement of Roof of the Sports Hall & Squash Courts

0.00

CASTLEISLAND V S

Disabled access

45,848.31

CAHIRCIVEEN COMMUNITY COLLEGE

roof repairs, replace existing external doors, replace damaged window lever handles & locking mechanisms, replace deteriorated incoming gas pipework & defective floor surface in existing toilet.

70,727.00

TARBERT COMMUNITY SCHOOL

Replace Electrical Distribution boards

77,777.56

DINGLE CS

Fencing & provision of boundary wall

7,838.36

TOTAL KERRY

1,203,032.32

KILDARE

COLAISTE NAOMH MHUIRE, NAAS

Roof Works

269,327.00

CURRAGH POST PRIMARY

Ground clearance works & fencing

0.00

COLAISTE LORCAIN CASTLEDERMOT

17,433.60

SCOIL DARA KILCOCK

Repair of External Rendering

39,518.00

ST CONLETHS VOCATIONAL SCHOOL, NEWBRIDGE

63,659.32

TOTAL KILDARE

389,937.92

KILKENNY

COLAISTE EAMANN RIS, CALLAN

Fire Safety Works

42,888.28

ST BRIGID’S COLLEGE CALLAN

Demolition of Old Building

75,863.00

ST KIERANS COLLEGE KILKENNY

Replace Distribution Boards Eradication of dry rot

50,958.66

KILKENNY COLLEGE

Replace Boiler

32,341.53

ORMONDE COLLEGE

Remedial Work Heating System

16,000.00

GRENNAN COLLEGE THOMASTOWN

Draught Proofing & Insulation

25,300.00

CBS KILKENNY

Upgrade Fire Safety

75,665.10

TOTAL KILKENNY

319,016.57

LAOIS

LAOIS EDUCATION CENTRE

Leaking Roof

11,590.62

TOTAL LAOIS

11,590.62

LEITRIM

CARRIGALLEN V S

Electrical Upgrade

67,166.53

DRUMSHAMBO V.S.

School Lift Lift Transfer science furniture & equipment

102,970.73

SCOIL CHUIMSITHEACH NAOMH CLAR

New Floor in Gym Platform Lift

102,295.53

DRUMKEERIN VS

Replace boiler Replace Oil Tank

17,366.78

TOTAL LEITRIM

289,799.57

LIMERICK

CBS SEXTON STREET

Roof Works Repair Water Main

197,439.28

ST MUNCHIN’S COLLEGE, CORBALLY

Replacement of Main Electrical Switch Board Science Lab

19,184.83

ARD SCOIL MHUIRE CORBALLY

Repair water leak

35,964.76

JOHN THE BAPTIST COMMUNITY SCHOOL

Upgrade Heating System

95,471.77

LIMERICK SENIOR COLLEGE, MULGRADE STREET

Replacement of Water Main System

65,561.91

COLAISTE POBAIL MHICHIL

Repairs to Footpaths

2,332.05

DRUMCOLLOGHER COMMUNITY COLLEGE

Repair to Gym Roof

45,568.34

SCOIL POL KILFINANE

Replacement of Oil Pipework

24,439.97

CRESCENT COLLEGE COMPREHENSIVE, DOORADOYLE

Toilet upgrade

30,108.21

TOTAL LIMERICK

516,071.12

LONGFORD

MEAN SCOIL MHUIRE

Special Needs Access

162,671.44

CONVENT OF MERCY BALLYMAHON

Disabled Access & Upgrade Emergency Fire Exits

14,651.37

LONGFORD ADULT EDUCATION CENTRE

Upgrade M&E under VEC

308,400.00

CNOC MHUIRE, GRANARD

Disabled access

216,318.25

MOYNE C S

Replacement of Damaged Footpath

16,116.20

TOTAL LONGFORD

718,157.26

LOUTH

ST JOSEPHS, DROGHEDA

Security Fencing Replace Boiler House

123,582.60

ST MARYS DIOCESAN SCHOOL, DROGHEDA

6,215.96

COLAISTE RIS, DUN DEALGAN

Works to Valley Gutter & Skylight

25,505.60

DUNDALK GRAMMAR SCHOOL

Replace Boiler

30,363.50

BUSH POST PRIMARY CC, DUNDALK

Replacement of Heating System Disabled Access

338,473.04

DROGHEDA COLLEGE OF FURTHER EDUCATION

Upgrade Internal Aspects of Building to meet Safety Standards

163,010.00

ST OLIVERS COMMUNITY COLLEGE

Refurb Toilet Facilities & Shower Changing Rooms in Gym

175,969.01

OFIAICH COLLEGE, DUNDALK

replacement of heating system in single storey building

103,471.20

SCOIL UI MHUIRE, DUNLEER

Disabled Access

43,697.94

TOTAL LOUTH

1,010,288.85

MAYO

COLAISTE MHUIRE, TUAR MHIC EADAIGH

5,154.98

SACRED HEART, WESTPORT

Disabled Access

130,000.00

ST MURDEACHS COLLEGE, BALLINA

Works to Chimney, Upgrade rear entrance/porch, replace windows in gym, removal of weathered plaster on front of main building

45,011.96

DAVITT COLLEGE CASTLEBAR

Disabled Toilet

29,302.73

ST MARYS SECONDARY SCHOOL, BALLINA

Roof works

39,025.00

OUR LADYS SECONDARY SCHOOL, BELMULLET

Roof Works

159,281.44

JESUS & MARY S.S. CROSSMOLINA

Roof Works on PE Hall & 1920’s Extension

180,647.97

SCOIL MUIRE & PADRAIG, SWINFORD

Window Replacement

79,982.90

MOYNE V S, BALLINA

Roof Works

576,454.68

ROSSPORT V.S.

Replace Heating System

177,141.59

BALLYHAUNIS COMMUNITY SCHOOL

Replace Boiler Replace Ceilings, Carpets, PA System & Office Equipment

93,817.29

MAYO EDUCATION CENTRE

Ramp & Lift

36,758.68

TOTAL MAYO

1,552,579.22

MEATH

ST OLIVERS POST PRIMARY, KELLS

Installation of New Gas Pipework

37,786.32

SCOIL MHUIRE COM TRIM

Replace 2 water tanks Roof Works/repairs to spalling concrete/windows

76,486.00

DUNSHAUGHLIN V S

Replace windows

76,766.45

O CAROLANS COLLEGE NOBBER

Removal of asbestos

5,163.95

TOTAL MEATH

196,202.72

MONAGHAN

ST LOUIS S.S. MONAGHAN

Replace 2 boilers

21,961.50

OUR LADYS SEC SCHOOL, CASTLEBLANEY

Roof Repairs Roof Works (Boiler House & Caretakers Room)

49,294.75

TOTAL MONAGHAN

71,256.25

OFFALY

SACRED HEART SECONDARY SCHOOL, TULLAMORE

Roof Works Replace Heating System

73,565.10

KILCORMAC VOCATIONAL SCHOOL

Remove & Replace oil burner

33,670.25

TULLAMORE COLLEGE

Replace Calorifier in Gym Buildings

5,488.21

TOTAL OFFALY

112,723.56

ROSCOMMON

CBS ROSCOMMON

Works to Water Mains & Sewerage Removal of Chemicals Dry Lining Classrooms Roof

222,250.83

SCOIL MHUIRE GAN SMAL ROSCOMMON

Upgrade Electrical Installation in PE Hall

105,973.49

TOTAL ROSCOMMON

328,224.32

SLIGO

TUBBERCURRY VS — NORTH CONNAUGHT COLLEGE

Disabled Access

20,324.70

URSULINE COLLEGE

Treatment of Rampant Dry Rot

78,645.00

COOLA V.S., SOOEY, VIA BOYLE

Roof repairs & window replacement

41,294.47

ST MARYS COLLEGE, BALLYSADARE

Removal & reinstatement of 2 external Emergency Steel staircases

7,727.50

SLIGO EDUCATION CENTRE

Disabled access, reorganisation of reception area & drain to be installed at fire exit

4,235.00

TOTAL SLIGO

152,226.67

TIPPERARY

CBS NENAGH

Installation of new 4” water main, shut off valves & fire hydrant

34,000.00

OUR LADYS SECONDARY SCHOOL

Refurb boys toilet

31,745.00

CBS SECONDARY SCHOOL

Roof repairs

37,131.00

THE ABBEY SCHOOL

Installation of Fire Alarm & Emergency Lighting

76,843.30

BORRISOKANE V S

Disabled Toilets

46,941.00

COMERAGH COLLEGE

Install lift & disabled toilet

93,500.00

C T I CLONMEL

Science Room Refurbishment

130,950.63

SCOIL RUAIN

Replacement of water tank, repair of leaking pipes Replace existing gas boiler & install gas shut off system

27,995.51

NEWPORT V S

Roof Works Boundary Fence

134,940.20

TOTAL TIPPERARY

614,046.64

WATERFORD

ST AUGUSTINES COLLEGE

Remedial Work on Outer Walls

77,235.90

C B S TRAMORE

Repairs to Roof of Prefabs

4,117.28

OUR LADY OF MERCY SEC SCHOOL WATERFORD

Electrical Works Upgrade Home Economics Room

490,403.20

CENTRAL TECHNICAL INSTITUTE

Roof Works

63,917.72

ST PAULS C C

Repairs to main underfloor & external drainage system

265,841.81

WOLFE TONE ROAD ED CENTRE

Works to Heating System

114,865.00

WATERFORD CITY VEC, 30 THE MALL

Window Replacement

104,332.00

TOTAL WATERFORD

1,120,712.91

WESTMEATH

COLAISTE MHUIRE

Replace Gym Roof

193,797.85

ST ALOYSIUS COLLEGE

Relocation of Mains ESB Meter Board

49,596.00

CONVENT S S KILBEGGAN

Refurb Woodwork Room, Alterations to Form New Machine Area, New Shed for Materials

411,965.09

ST FINIANS COLLEGE

Re-construction of access road

50,403.20

ST MARYS COLLEGE MULLINGAR

Replace canteen ceiling

20,423.24

LORETO COLLEGE MULLINGAR

Roof Works Replace oil tank and pipeworks

72,714.18

ST JOSEPHS SECONDARY SCHOOL

Roof Works

22,791.01

TOTAL WESTMEATH

821,690.57

WEXFORD

FCJ BUNCLODY

Roof Works & Electrical Works In St Brigid’s Block Connection to Foul Drainage to new local authority mains drain

169,322.13

ST MARY’S CBS ENNISCORTHY

New Toilet Block

124,967.04

COLAISTE BRIDE ENNISCORTHY

Roof Works

39,500.00

CHRISTIAN BROTHERS SS NEW ROSS

Roof Works Demolish Old School Building

82,217.00

GOOD COUNSEL COLLEGE

Rainscreen system

128,800.00

ST MARYS WEXFORD

Replace Boilder in Gym

18,490.84

OUR LADY OF LOURDES

Installation of Fire Alarm & Instruder Alarm

55,935.66

LORETO S.S. SPAWELL RD

Replacement of Velux Windows

48,200.00

PRESENTATION SECONDARY SCHOOL, GROGAN’S ROAD

Cracks in the walls from ceiling to ground floor leaks

13,023.44

ADAMSTOWN VS

Refurbish Toilets

57,548.57

TOTAL WEXFORD

738,004.68

WICKLOW

ST KEVIN’S CBS, ARKLOW

Replace Roof in Sports Hall

64,080.00

ST MARYS COLLEGE, ARKLOW

Water Tank Replacement

15,397.50

LORETO SECONDARY SCHOOL, BRAY

Refurb Science Labs

557,403.00

TOTAL WICKLOW

636,880.50

TOTAL POST PRIMARY SCHOOLS

27,861,265.00

2010 EMERGENCY WORKS SCHEME

COUNTY/SCHOOL

PROJECT APPLICATION

ACTUAL AMOUNT

CARLOW

BAILE AN CHUILINN NS

Connection of Sewerage System to Main Sewerage System

29,845.00

NEWTOWN DUNLECKNEY MXD

Upgrade of Sewerage System Replacement of Windows & Doors

53,000.00

RATHOE NS

Replace boiler

11,395.50

MONASTERY BOYS SCHOOL

Security & Fire Safety Works

103,147.70

BISHOP FOLEY MEMORIAL SCHOOL

Fit fire doors & connect prefab to fire alarm

30,700.00

ST JOSEPHS NS

Boiler

32,667.19

ST BRENDANS NATIONAL SCHOOL

Boiler

19,990.00

ST JOSEPH’S BNS

Fire Safety Works

18,000.00

BHRIDE NS

Fire Safety Works

0.00

GS EOGHAN UI THUAIRISE

Boundary wall

116,452.00

TOTAL CARLOW

>415,197.39

CAVAN

BAILIEBOROUGH MODEL SCHOOL

Upgrade Entrance & Access Road

27,099.60

SN TAMHNACH DHUIBH

Replacement of Boundary Fence Yard re-surfacing

54,126.25

GREAGHRAHAN NS

Replacement of boiler and burner

9,224.93

S N LEITIR

Upgrade waste water treatment & percolation area

52,527.86

CABRA CENTRAL NATIONAL SCHOOL

Replace Septic Tank

57,500.00

KILDALLON NS

Repair Front Boundary

15,370.00

SN CORR LORGAN

roof & sewerage works

69,500.00

TOTAL CAVAN

285,348.64

CLARE

TOONAGH NS

repairs to pipes, insulate walls & attic

9,800.00

LACKEN MIXED NS

drain & resurface play area

50,955.88

SN MHAINISTIR CHUNCHE

140,000.00

BAREFIELD NS

Replace Dangerous Perimeter Fencing Roof Works inc Velux Windows

72,449.83

ENNIS NS

Works to Heating System Roof works partial replace or repair

37,605.50

KILNABOY NATIONAL SCHOOL

Repair works to septic tank

7,597.00

HOLY FAMILY JUNIOR SCHOOL

Roof Replacement

96,166.29

SN CLUAIN MUINGE

22,075.06

SN CNOC DOIRE

Sewerage Treatment System, Separate Drains, Pipe Run off water

20,203.00

S N BAILE AN DROICHID

Upgrade of waste water treatment system

22,725.89

LISSYCASEY NS

Boiler Replacement

9,960.00

MERCY CONVENT KILLALOE

Replacement of Boiler

47,711.82

MILTOWN MALBAY BNS

New surface water sewer

25,638.81

NEW QUAY NATIONAL SCHOOL

Upgrade Heating Works

62,835.00

ST CONAIRES NS

replace sewer pipework & manholes

13,788.32

NAOMH TOLA

Replacement of oil burner and boiler

52,214.96

KILLALOE BNS

CCTV

70,663.00

RUAN CENTRAL NS

Replacement of floor coverings

25,649.64

TOTAL CLARE

788,040.00

CORK

MIDLETON CONVENT NS

Repair of heating system

13,286.31

DROMLEIGH NS

Removal of Dangerous Chimney

36,815.00

SCOIL NAISIUNTA UI LIATHAIN

Replacement of Radiators & Piping

28,331.40

PRESENTATION N S

Replace Boiler & Re-surfacing Yard

46,464.12

SCOIL URSULA

Replacement of Boiler

190,801.75

VICARSTOWN MIXED NS

Replacement of Boiler

6,450.92

CLOGHROE NS

Water tank replacement

9,659.05

ST JOSEPHS NS

Replace Boiler

53,952.80

NEWMARKET BNS

Replace Retaining wall, Replace Shed

97,089.35

DRUIMNE NS

Drainage

12,508.25

ST MOLAGAS TIMOLEAGUE

Sewerage Works, Boiler & Heating Replacement, Electrical, Yard Works, Mould Removal

49,400.00

KILBRITTAIN MIXED NS

Installation of fire alarm & emergency lighting

10,500.00

SCOIL BHRIDE

5,600.00

DERRYCREHA NS

Roof Works

30,072.00

BISHOP OBRIEN NS

Replace Windows & Doors

51,800.00

BALLINTEMPLE NS

Replace Boiler

33,879.47

CONVENT OF MERCY NS

Ceiling Replacement

14,031.40

MITCHELSTOWN CON NS

Ceiling Replacement

44,200.00

S N IOSEF NAOFA

Repairs to Prefabs

45,776.00

BOHERBUE NS

Raising of Wall at Front of School

16,173.75

COPPEEN NS

new Treatment Plant & Percolation Area

37,000.00

ADRIGOLE NATIONAL SCHOOL

Replace Boiler & Electrical Works

22,971.00

S N PADRAIG NAOFA B

replace boiler

23,296.50

ST. PATRICKS BOYS NS

replace boiler

0.00

SCOIL NAOMH AINE

Fire Safety Works

128,119.90

DRIPSEY NATIONAL SCHOOL

Repair Roof of GP Room

63,089.00

SCARTHEIGH NS

Development of Playspace

37,800.00

ST PATRCKS NS

Replace boiler

7,148.40

GURRANE NS

Water Treatment System

3,214.99

SCOIL PADRE PIO NS

Upgrade Heating System

90,115.00

LITTLE ISLAND N S

Upgrade Heating System & Insulation Works in Areas of School which have Flat Roof

154,467.72

SCOIL MHUIRE BROADFORD NS

Upgrade Heating System & Insulation Works in Areas of School which have Flat Roof

36,561.95

SN AN SPIORAID NAOMH C

Replace external drainage system

152,964.10

KILMEEN NS

Replace an existing Concrete Roof Cornicing Roof works

0.00

SN BARRA NAOFA CAILINI

Replace an existing Concrete Roof Cornicing Roof works

81,482.97

SCOIL MUIRE NA NGRAST

Replacement of boiler & associated works

43,842.86

GAELSCOIL DE HIDE

Portable toilets

3,267.00

BANDON BOYS NS

replace oil tank

20,263.00

SN CILL DAIRBHRE

replace oil tank

68,465.43

SCOIL AISEIRI CHRIOST

Electrical Works

51,100.00

BALLYVONGANE MXD NS

fencing

8,500.00

SCOIL BHRIDE

upgrade of existing waste water treatment Unit

51,440.84

SCOIL NAOMH MHUIRE

provision of 5 new WC Cublicles & 1 disabled toilet

20,775.18

KILCONE MIXED NS

replace boiler & associated works

10,902.00

DROMAGH NS

Drainage Works

14,107.75

SCOIL NA MBRAITHRE

fire alarm & emergency lighting New boiler system & associated works

37,153.45

COBH CONVENT

fire alarm & emergency lighting New boiler system & associated works

63,500.00

S N CARRAIG AN IME

roof works

24,513.36

SCOIL MHUIRE

roof works

40,341.45

CAHERMORE NEW CENTRAL S

replace existing pipe heating system

33,198.81

SCOIL AN SPIORAID NAOIMH NS

works to repair existing water tower building at school

19,585.58

TOTAL CORK

2,145,979.81

DONEGAL

SN AN CHEIDIDH

Replacement of Septic Tank

29,850.00

GARTAN NS

Replace Boiler, Roof Works

75,233.04

MURROE NS

Roof

56,300.00

SCOIL NAISIUNTA FHIONNTRA

fencing & Repair Playground

17,330.89

SN GORT AN CHOIRCE

Roof and drainage works

60,776.04

ST PATRICKS GIRLS NS

Replace Boiler

22,532.60

S N GARBHAIN SATHLOIR

New Toilet facilities

34,499.50

S N EADAN FHIONNFHAOICH

Bus shelter

2,130.00

SN DOMHNACH MOR

Roof Works

88,835.00

SCOIL AN LINBH IOSA

replace rooflights, windows & external doors

34,512.10

SN DHUN NA NGALL

Car Park & Bus Pull In Bay

173,828.33

ST CATHERINES SCHOOL

Replace Water Storage Tanks

6,950.00

S N OLIBHEAR PLUINCEID

replace boiler & associated works yard works

47,220.00

SCOIL NAOMH SEOSAMH

Replacement of Boiler

5,372.17

ST PETERS NS

Pest Control & Associated Works spraying & treatment of school building dure to fungus gnats

5,309.00

SCOIL BHRIDE

Install CCTV system

6,500.00

CRANNFORD NATIONAL SCHOOL

Dry Lining & Insulation, Replace Heating System

57,278.70

GLENSWILLY N S

Roof Works, New Chimney, New Septic Tank

263,372.69

ST AENGUES NS

Replacement of Boiler & Provision of Services for Connection to a Biomass Plant

27,683.48

S N BAILE RAIGHIN

Replacement of roof

81,779.12

ST BERNADETTE’S SPECIAL SCHOOL

Conversion Works to Toilet Area for Special Needs Pupil

33,258.60

SN CHILL CHARTAIGH

Drainage & fencing

33,769.40

SCOIL MHUIRE

repair defects to walls & ceilings

24,500.00

SN CAISEAL NA GCORR

refurb Office & porch Electrical upgrade

32,557.50

FROSSES NS

new storm porch

19,200.00

SN BAILE NUA AN PHOBAIL

replacement of boiler

39,127.50

SCOIL MHUIRE

replace boiler & water services & replace roof

146,227.20

S N ADHAMHNAIN

Electrical works Replacement of windows & doors

128,300.00

COMHSCOIL CHONMHA SN

Replace windows

46,000.00

TOTAL DONEGAL

1,425,932.86

DUBLIN

SANDYFORD MXD NS

20,415.10

HOLY FAMILY NS RATHCOOLE

210,192.96

ST BRIGIDS GIRLS NS

64,020.00

ST COLUMBAS CON G&I

4,775.26

SCOIL NA MBRATHAR

150,182.12

SCOIL MHUIRE MARINO

62,806.49

ST BRIGIDS CONVENT NS

237,195.05

ST MOLAGAS

42,057.83

ST LOUIS INFANT SCHOOL

29,533.63

ST FINBARS NS

6,774.90

ST SYLVESTERS INFANT SCHOOL

65,487.00

SCOIL AINE

63,617.06

SCOIL BHRIDE BNS

3,313.57

SN MUIRE NA FREASTOGALA

288,400.00

S N BRIOTAS

40,888.06

S N NMH FIONNAN

87,500.00

MARIST NATIONAL SCHOOL

513,849.65

ST MARYS NS

45,979.27

S N SEOSAMH NA MBRATHAR

34,889.90

BENINCASA SPECIAL SCHOOL

4,000.00

EOIN BAISDE C NAOIDH

252,765.36

LORETO NS

79,022.96

ST JOHN OF GOD SPECIAL SCHOOL

288,795.00

ST KEVINS BOYS NATIONAL SCHOOL

217,040.50

VIRGIN MARY SCHOOL

109,064.20

ST BRIGIDS BNS

17,012.51

OUR LADY OF GOOD COUNSEL GNS

59,171.25

SCOIL CHIARAIN

9,761.00

ST MICHAELS HSE SPECIAL SCHOOL

7,859.88

HOLY TRINITY SEN NS

7,719.00

SCOIL MHUIRE BOYS

89,870.20

ST CRONAN’S JNS

239,402.40

ST MAELRUANS JUNIOR NS

6,667.41

NAOMH MAOLRUAIN SNR

31,702.83

ST KEVINS BOYS & GIRLS NS

30,930.66

ST KEVINS GIRLS NS

197,140.11

ST FRANCIS X SENIOR SCHOOL

20,884.05

ST MARKS JNR & SNR NS

12,031.00

ST FINIANS NS

26,298.93

BISHOP GALVIN NS

27,078.46

SN NAOMH TREASA

235,217.85

ST OLIVER PLUNKETT NS

127,166.20

SCOIL TREASA FIRHOUSE

192,812.28

178,289.38

ST MARYS JNS

144,916.74

ST HELENS JUNIOR NATIONAL SCHOOL

50,000.00

PHYSIC HANDICAPPED S SC

10,914.90

POPE JOHN PAUL 2 SCHOOL

293,710.00

BISHOP SHANAHAN NS

70,034.34

ST GABRIELS NS

249,242.79

SCOIL CHOLMCILLE

123,007.44

ST MICHAELS PRIMARY SCHOOL

212,988.41

ST RAPHAELS NS

242,984.62

CATHERINE McAULEY N SC

94,919.10

ST ATTRACTAS SNR NS

12,158.70

ST BERNADETTES JNR NS

299,576.37

HOLY FAMILY JUNIOR NS

126,186.35

ST BRIGIDS NS

614,080.89

ST BRIGIDS/ST AIDANS

730,926.79

BALLYCRAGH NS

20,419.50

ST. ANNES MIXED NS

21,392.00

SCOIL MHUIR S IOSAF

42,601.09

HOLY CROSS NS

383,847.12

GAELSCOIL MOLOGA

7,018.80

SCOIL NAISIUNTA AN DEA AOIRE

19,220.52

GAELSCOIL NAOMH PADRAIG

6,340.73

ST JOHNS NS BALLYBRACK

35,521.50

ST KEVINS NS

22,390.00

SETANTA SPECIAL SCHOOL

196,833.51

SCOIL PHADRAIG

164,510.55

LUCAN EDUCATE TOGETHER NS

70,000.00

ARCHBISHOP RYAN SENIOR NS

14,922.69

GAELSCOIL UI HEARCAIN

239,340.70

HOLY CHILD NATIONAL SCHOOL 20338C

431,842.66

TOTAL DUBLIN

9,391,430.08

GALWAY

SN NAOMH TREASA

Replacement of Boiler / Boiler House

6,700.56

SN AINDREIS NAOFA

Replacement of Boiler / Boiler House

7,217.46

SCOIL AN LINBH IOSA

Replacement of cold water storage tank

38,326.00

S N CREACHMHAOIL

New central heating boiler Car Parking

17,754.62

ST IOMARS

Prefab roof window & ventilation repair

10,336.00

SN MUIRE GAN SMAL

Roof Repairs, Floor Tile Replacement

66,000.00

SN CILL CONAILL

Sewage Treatment & Percolation Area

67,220.00

AINBHTHIN NAOFA

Replace Flooring, Clean & Dry Line above windows & repaint wall, replace tiles in bathroom

33,000.00

ST. PATRICKS NS

Car parking & new entrance

43,085.87

SN NAOMH UINSEANN

Replace Concrete Barges, Fence Boundary Wall, Widen School Gate, Replace Gutters Facia

16,013.40

CREGMORE NS

Car Park

38,990.00

SCOIL FHURSA

Roof Works, Replace 2 Windows

22,095.25

CARRABANE NS

Replace sewerage tank with treatment system

85,212.75

SCOIL PADRAIG NAOFA

Removal of Boundary wall

25,010.00

SN BREANDAN NAOFA

Provide ESB, Watermain & Hydrant, Boundary Wall & Fencing, Demolish Wall in Playarea

26,083.50

S N NAOMH CIARAIN

Water works

28,653.59

ST CATHERINES

Flat roof repairs toilet refurb

23,800.00

SCOIL BHRIDE MIONLOCH

M & E works

41,421.90

SCOIL BHREANDAIN NAOFA

toilet refurb

9,344.31

SN BAILE AN MHUILINN

Installation of new septic tank & percolation area

8,139.65

MONIVEA NS

Sewage Treatment Plant Upgrade Fuseboard

74,496.00

SCOIL NAOMH EINDE

Removal of asbestos floor tiles & replacement flooring

107,260.00

LAKE VIEW SCHOOL RENMORE

Replacement windows & doors

52,401.48

SCOIL CHAITRIONA

Roof Works

159,707.00

ST OLIVER PLUNKETT NS

Sewerage Works

95,308.99

SCOIL CHAITRIONA SENIOR

Removal of asbestos tiles in GP room & New Sports Flooring

27,892.63

MOYCULLEN CENTRAL SCHOOL

Works to Boiler House & Heating Installation

123,355.90

CARNMORE NS

Car parking

44,470.15

MHIC DARA

Upgrade Toilets

99,300.00

BARNADERG NS

traffic management measures

72,100.00

S N AN CILLIN

Treatment of dry rot & replacement of decayed timber

16,360.69

TOTAL GALWAY

1,480,357.14

KERRY

CLOCHAR DAINGEAN

Boiler

96,000.00

SCOIL EOIN XX111

Upgrade Electrics

5,675.00

S N BHAILE AN CHROSAIGH

Repair to ceilings

18,061.36

SCOIL MHUIRE

Water Storage Tanks, Replace Floor, Radon Vents & Extractor

465,764.73

SCOIL MHUIRE

Replace Copper Piping in Attic & Insulate Attic

8,789.00

SCOIL MHUIRE KILLORGLIN NS

Upgrade Electrical

22,759.00

CAHIRCIVEEN CONVENT

Roof Works Replace central heating pipework

325,498.15

UNION HALL MIXED NATIONAL SCHOOL

Roof works

55,926.68

SCOIL EOIN

Security Works

25,078.28

ST FINIANS AN CORAIN

Replacement of windows & Door

35,060.60

CULLINA NS

Drainage

11,200.00

MUIRE NA MAINISTREACH

demolition of pre-fab

13,186.23

KILCONLY NS

Works to Foul Drainage System, Works to Play Area

52,093.74

S N MHUIRE NA MBRAITHRE

Works to Foul Drainage System, Works to Play Area

7,552.50

SCOIL NAOMH IOSEF

roof works

39,434.04

SN DAR EARCA

Refurb Toilets

29,322.00

HOLY CROSS MERCY SCHOOL

Replace Section of Roof, Repair damage to Walls & Floor

11,050.00

ST OLIVERS NS

Yard Works

129,043.80

SCARTAGLIN NEW CENT SC

Replacement of Heating Pipework & Radiators Yard Works

90,256.00

BALLYDUFF CENTRAL

roof works

103,943.65

REALT NA MAIDNE

Electrical upgrade

191,465.00

GAELSCOIL NAOMH AOGAIN

ICT grant re New Classroom Build

5,000.00

SCOIL ATHA NA MBLATH

roof works

121,166.10

TOTAL KERRY

1,863,325.86

KILDARE

ATHY MODEL NS

Refurbishment after fire at school (ongoing bills)

36,625.44

SN CIANOG NAOFA

Yard Works (Concrete Playarea)

151,597.82

CELBRIDGE NS

Conversion works

22,750.27

HEWETSONS NS

Dryline Walls & construct covered walkway

13,995.85

ST JOSEPH’S BOYS NS

Electrical Upgrade

207,775.00

BRANNOXTOWN NS

Instal Emergency Lighting, Upgrade Heating & Hot Water Systems

67,780.72

SCOIL CHORBAIN

Fire Safety Upgrade

121,775.31

S N AINE NAOFA

Electrical Upgrade

43,309.86

SUNCROFT NS

Replace flooring with non slip flooring install door operator for 3 external doors & replace existing door saddlebo

21,458.15

S N SCOIL TREASA

32,512.87

NEWTOWN NS

Upgrade Heating System

250,453.43

KILDANGAN NS

Heating Systems Upgrade

160,134.00

SCOIL BHRIDE

Replace Push Bar open Mechanisms on Doors, Floor Works, Roof Works

3,540.00

ST ANNES SPECIAL NS

Replace Push Bar open Mechanisms on Doors, Floor Works, Roof Works

100,954.62

SCOIL MHUIRE SOISEARACH

Replace Push Bar open Mechanisms on Doors, Floor Works, Roof Works

24,359.79

SAN CARLO JUNIOR NS

Replace Push Bar open Mechanisms on Doors, Floor Works, Roof Works

22,104.82

GAEL SCOIL CILL DARA

installation of fire alarm

0.00

NAAS NS

Conversion works to classroom

5,000.00

TOTAL KILDARE

1,286,127.95

KILKENNY

CHURCH HILL NS

Extend Playground

31,747.16

SCOIL MHUIRE

Wall & Ceiling Repair Works to water storage tanks works to heating syste,

75,032.16

GRAIGNAMANAGH

Replace Boiler

58,764.47

ST LEONARDS NS

Fire Safety upgrade

19,903.74

S N BHREANAIN NAOFA

Roof & ceiling repairs

38,322.00

SN MUIRE GAN SMAL

Disabled Access Works

61,383.40

S N NAOMH CHIARAIN

Drainage works

66,250.00

S N CHRION CHOILL

Water Treatment System

6,035.28

SN CHIARAIN NAOFA

Connect Wastewater System to Public Sewerage System

33,615.00

ST BRIGIDS CONVENT NS

Gym Roof

46,753.00

LISTERLIN NS

Replace boiler, burner & oil tank

26,500.00

MOTHER OF FAIR LOVE

Replacement of existing substnadard non-thermally broken timber non safety glass single glazed windows & external doors.

183,011.36

ST PATRICKS SPECIAL SCHOOL

Replacement of existing substnadard non-thermally broken timber non safety glass single glazed windows & external doors.

26,606.88

SCOIL BHRIDE

Replace Floor of Pre-fab

14,843.12

SCOIL BHRIDE B7C

Replace boiler, burner & oil tank

11,102.95

TOTAL KILKENNY

699,870.52

LAOIS

SN AN CHROI RO NAOFA

Upgrade of water supply system

5,974.23

CILL AN IUBHAIR NS

Upgrade of water supply system

17,736.12

RATHDOMHNAIGH NS

Upgrade of water supply system

16,605.00

CLONENAGH NS

Roof works & disabled toilet

71,100.00

MHUIRE FATIMA NS

Electrical upgrade

92,385.00

TOTAL LAOIS

197,826.12

LEITRIM

TOTAL LEITRIM

LIMERICK

MHUIRE NAOFA CAILINI

Heating works Upgrade Electrics

25,761.29

S N FIODHNACH

Roof Works

0.00

GRANAGH NATIONAL SCHOOL

Roof Works

42,849.00

PALLASKENRY NS

Installation of Security Cameras

9,366.02

SN GALLBHAILE

Replace Roof

20,362.50

NICKER NATIONAL SCHOOL

Upgrade of water & sewerage connections

80,903.70

SCOIL MHATHAIR TROCAIRE

Upgrade of water & sewerage connections

19,203.00

ROXBORO NS

Upgrade of water & sewerage connections

23,861.73

MEENKILLY NS

Replace Boiler

10,870.00

ATHLACCA NS

Toilet Upgrade, Replace Flooring & Upgrade Paths Outside

80,253.25

SHANAGOLDEN NS

Playground

21,705.72

CAHERCONLISH NS

Playground

62,741.57

QUEEN OF THE PEACE NS

Lift, CCTV system and external works

48,780.00

S N GEAROID UI GHRIOBHTHA

Boundary Wall

22,848.05

SCOIL MHAINCHIN BUACH

Roof Works

54,253.05

SCOIL IDE NAOFA RAHEENAGH

Yard works, ramp & removal of shelter

57,473.50

ASKEATON SENIOR NS

Asbestos tile removal Replacement of boiler

20,400.00

SCOIL IDE

Asbestos tile removal Replacement of boiler

68,813.22

ST AUGUSTINES SPEC SC

Replace Boiler M&E & flooring works

16,416.87

LIMERICK SCHOOL PROJECT

Roof Conversion Works

7,815.75

ST FERGUS PRIMARY SCH

Toilet Upgrade

6,450.00

GAELSCOIL AN RAITHIN

Fire Safety Requirements/Vehicular Access Road

126,701.24

MARY QUEEN OF IRELAND GNS

Replace boiler

20,512.92

SCOIL NAOMH IOSEF

Roof repairs

37,550.91

MONALEEN NATIONAL SCHOOL

replace fire alarm system

33,763.24

TOTAL LIMERICK

848,342.38

LONGFORD

SN AN LEANA MOR

Replacement of heating pipework & radiators

35,000.00

SAMHTHANN NS

Sewage Works

24,000.00

S N MHUIRE

Roof Leaks & Ceilings Works

9,224.93

S N COLMCILLE

Car Park

97,500.00

ST PATRICKS NS

Sewage Works

65,000.00

SCOIL MHUIRE NS

Roof Works

49,712.56

EDGEWOTHSTOWN NS

Yard Works, Removal of Old Storage Shed Repair leak in pipework PE Hall Project

305,988.65

MELVIEW NS

New heating system & windows

252,048.09

LANESBORO NS

Provision of car park facilities

106,437.00

TOTAL LONGFORD

944,911.23

LOUTH

LOUTH MIXED SCHOOL

Replacement of Oil Tank

6,294.66

TALLANSTOWN NS

Security Fencing Heating Works

43,881.41

TERMONFECKIN NS

Sewerage works

32,500.00

TULLYALLEN NS

Boiler & Insulation Boundary Wall

37,180.82

SCOIL DAIRBHE

Boiler & Insulation Boundary Wall

147,814.40

SN NAOMH FHIONAIN

Drainage & Associates Works

21,402.47

SN MUIRE NA TROCAIRE

Replacement flooring —

115,161.00

SCOIL BHRIDE MXD NS

Boiler Replacement replacement of heating system

159,479.78

SCOIL PHADRAIG NAOFA

Boiler

28,306.90

REALT NA MARA

Flood Prevention Works

11,209.38

TOTAL LOUTH

603,230.82

MAYO

BEHYMORE NS

43,000.00

AUGHLEAM NS

86,892.45

ST JOSEPHS NS

19,096.38

SN GLEANN A CHAISIL

6,000.00

BEANNCHOR NS

45,600.00

S N NAOMH PADRAIG

97,626.93

SCOIL NAISIUNTA MUIRE GAN SMAL

34,811.75

CARRAKENNEDY NS

9,767.58

LISANISKA NS

48,630.00

KNOCK NS

142,571.70

MYNA NS

76,134.55

SN REALT NA MARA

10,000.00

DRUMSLIDE NS

43,000.00

ST JOSEPHS NS BALLINA

14,000.00

ST ANGELAS NS

32,625.30

SCOIL IOSA

44,145.73

TOTAL MAYO

43,000.00

MEATH

AINE NAOFA NS

Resurface School Yard replace cold water storage tank

62,444.52

SCOIL MHICHIL NA BUACHAILLI

Roof Repairs to Prefab roof works

37,500.00

RATHKENNY NATIONAL SCHOOL

replacement of paths, paving & drainage works

50,125.56

SCOIL CHOLMCILLE

Fire Detection & Alarm System, Emergency Lighting, Signs & Fire Doors

77,800.00

SCOIL NAIS AN OBAIR

Mould Removal & Repair of Eaves Structurtal Repairs

79,611.72

CARNAROSS NS

Ceiling Replacement

2,685.00

S N MHUIRE

Hard Play Area & Rear Access

10,658.25

ST JOSEPHS DUNDERRY NS

Roof

21,950.10

ST MARYS NS

Upgrade of drainage and water mains

26,429.55

SN MHUIRE

Increase ESB Supply, replace fuse board & conversion works

38,447.28

SN NAOMH PADRAIG

Increase ESB Supply, replace fuse board & conversion works

15,200.98

S N REALT NA MARA (CAILINI)

21,705.73

SCOIL CAITRIONA NAOFA

Works to Water Supply

4,742.43

SCOIL NAIS MAOL HOSAE

10,242.38

S N MHUIRE

Upgrading of toilet facilities upgrade heating system & replace oil tank

48,485.18

DANGAN NS

Heating Upgrade & Insulation of External Panels

124,749.77

CASTLETOWN NS NAVAN

Upgrade Electrical

121,441.88

ST OLIVER PLUNKETT NS

upgrade fire alarm, install smoke detectors & emergency lighting

17,319.14

ST. MARYS SPECIAL SCHOOL

Resurface Playground

5,675.00

DUNBOYNE JUNIOR NS

89,152.38

ST PAULS NS

Replacement of leaking oil tank

11,084.00

TOTAL MEATH

877,450.85

MONAGHAN

DONAGHMOYNE NS

Works to Playground including Drainage

52,405.00

BUN SCOIL LOUIS NAOFA

Replace boiler

35,800.00

CASTLEBLANEY CONVENT

CCTV, external intruder protection, security lighting & security fencing

100,221.04

CASTLEBLANEY CON INFS

Upgrade Electrical Installation

263,135.00

SCOIL MHICHIL

Upgrade Electrical Installation

29,737.60

S N BLAITHIN IOSA

Upgrade toilet facilities

24,820.10

ST JOSEPHS NS

Upgrade Heating System

95,395.00

CLOCHAR LUGHAIDH NAI

Removal of concrete shelter

9,885.00

SCOIL PHADRAIG

Removal & Replacement of Floor Tiles Removal of asbestos cement slates and replace Remove & replace asbestos cement slates

73,855.00

SCOIL MHUIRE B

Install fire escape

44,442.78

SCOIL NAOMH PADRAIG

Roof repairs

34,516.80

SCOIL NAOMH DEAGHA

Roof repairs

0.00

SCOIL EANNA

Roof repairs

125,387.00

TOTAL MONAGHAN

764,213.32

OFFALY

SCOIL NAOMH EOIN

51,944.06

KILCORMAC CONVENT NS

23,257.46

GEASHILL 1 NS

Upgrade Heating System

116,376.41

ST CRONANS NS LUSMAGH

Construct bund to oil storage tank and new porch to school entrance

16,100.00

ST BRENDANS MONASTERY

Replace Floor Tiles

20,287.00

CLONBULLOGUE NATIONAL SCHOOL

Heating upgrade

75,375.79

MOUNTBOLUS NATIONAL SCHOOL

Re-inforcement of ceilings Dry Lining, Upgrade Heating System, Ramp at Front Entrance, new Flooring Roof repairs and replace water tank

92,220.00

MONASTERORIS NS

Entrance Works

13,566.08

CLONEYHURKE NS

Replace Heating System, Insulate Roof, Replace Windows, Replace Ceiling

40,000.00

ST MARYS NS

Removal of Asbestos Tiles Electrical Upgrade to cater for ICT Infrastructure

105,955.37

S N NAOMH PHILOMENA

Roof works

104,887.13

POLLAGH NS

Roof works

42,176.00

SN PHADRAIG

Boiler Replacement

7,000.00

ROSCOMROE NS

Boiler replacement

14,613.24

SCOIL BHRIDE

Upgrade Fire Detection System & Emergency Lighting

25,011.20

COOLANARNEY NS

Installation of water treatment system

2,903.00

ST COLMANS NS

Replace Floor Covering, Install 2 New Sinks, Repairs Leaking Pipe

6,395.86

S N LOMCHLUANA

Replace floor in GP Room

19,713.74

TOTAL OFFALY

682,867.08

ROSCOMMON

S N NAOMH SEOSAMH

20,250.00

LISANISKEY NS

Replace boiler

25,251.90

KILTEEVAN NS

Replace Floor with Concrete Slab, Treat Rising Damp & Mould on Internal Perimeter Walls, Construction of New Insulated Stud Walls

40,636.00

CLOCHAR NA TROCAIRE

Roof Works

85,864.40

ST MARYS CONVENT NS

Roof Works

87,722.14

TIBOHINE NS

Replacment Oil burner & upgrade heating system

28,217.44

BALLINTUBBER NATIONAL SCHOOL 16334S

Repair to flat roof — leaks

23,734.50

SN NAOMH CEITHEACH

Roof Works

28,846.00

S N RATH ARADH

Flat roof repair

23,876.30

ABBEY NS

Roof works & Velux windows

46,382.20

TISRARA NATIONAL SCHOOL

Replace water main & install new hydrant, landscape & re-seed play ground area

5,379.75

S N NAOMH EOIN

Replace Windows

7,054.36

KNOCKCROGHERY NS

Fencing & Redamation of Land Repair concrete yard

34,750.00

STRABAGGAN NS

Re-surface play ground

8,841.65

SCOIL BHRIDE

New porch area

10,635.81

TOTAL ROSCOMMON

466,806.64

SLIGO

COOLOONEY CONVENT NATIONAL SCHOOL

Upgrade Electrics

81,638.79

S N BHRIDE

Replace Storm & Foul Sewer

13,023.44

ST. JOHNS NS

Window replacement

31,700.00

STOKANE NATIONAL SCHOOL

Replace boiler

8,000.00

SLIGO PROJECT SCHOOL

Replace pipes

8,050.50

TOTAL SLIGO

142,412.73

TIPPERARY

MOYGLASS NS

Sewerage Treatment & Percolation Area

72,210.00

REARCROSS NS

insulate walls & Attic

14,514.42

PRESENTATION PRIMARY SCHOOL

Removal of Asbestos Flooring & Sinks

17,445.71

SN MUIRE NA NAINGEAL

insulate walls & Attic

114,462.36

GAILE NS

Boundary Fence

8,253.06

KILLUSTY NATIONAL SCHOOL

Roof works

33,069.00

SCOIL AILBHE

conversion of cloakroom to resource room

4,610.60

SN GLEANN GOILL

Roof Works Install New Boiler & Replace Radiators

79,090.18

S N IOSEF NAOFA

Disabled Access, Yard Works, Works to Concrete ink, Replace Asbestos Floor Tiles, Radon Gas

136,420.49

SCOIL NAISIUNTA CHILL CHUMIN

upgrade electrics

50,701.10

KILLURNEY NATIONAL SCHOOL

replace oil tank

1,890.57

SCOIL MHUIRE KILVEMNON

electrical upgrade, install fire alarm system

25,276.70

TOTAL TIPPERARY

530,776.92

WATERFORD

SN CILL ROSANTA

Resurface yard for playarea

17,810.00

FERRYBANK CONVENT

Upgrade to meet H & S Standards & Fire Regulations

230,341.17

SN URSULA NAOFA

Replace pipeline

20,143.64

OUR LADY OF MERCY N S STRADBALLY

Repairs to School Drains

113,130.75

ST STEPHENS NATIONAL SCHOOL

Roof Works, Replace Water Storage Tank replace heating system

221,968.18

S N DEAGLAN

Removal of Roof & Walls of Playground Shelter

147,250.00

SN MUIRE MAGH DEILGE

Upgrade water mains supply

0.00

SCOIL NAOMH GOBNAIT

Fencing creation of new play area

20,416.00

CHRIST CHURCH N S

Works to heating system

12,589.32

ST MARYS NS

re-pipe external water mains to urban council supply

23,442.18

GLOR NA MARA NS

Roof Works

75,643.51

WATERPARK NS

Water Works

23,008.07

KILMACTHOMAS NS

Replace boiler replace boiler

21,186.88

AGLISH NATIONAL SCHOOL WATERFORD

replace boundary fence

20,422.11

TOTAL WATERFORD

926,929.70

WESTMEATH

MULLINGAR CONVENT (JNR)

Electrical Upgrade

230,141.93

ST PETERS NS SNR

Replacement of Section of Damaged Plasterwork on School Wall, Works to Housing & Steel which Supports Water Tank on Roof

19,816.50

BRIDESWELL NS

Replacement of Windows

11,380.00

ST BRIGIDS PRIMARY SCHOOL

Replacement of Windows

78,101.30

BAILE UI GHEIBHINN

Upgrade Fire alarm

6,457.50

RATH EOGHAN

Replace Septic Tank

9,655.17

S N NAOMH FIONTAN

Replace Septic Tank

19,000.55

SCOIL NA MAIGHDINE MHUIRE

Replacement of slates & ridge caps, repair of gutters, replace fire doors

53,300.00

ST EARNANS

Flat roof works

24,395.00

CHOLMAIN NAOFA

replace flat roof on 3 pre-fab units

17,483.75

GAEL SCOIL MULLINGAR

refurbishment works

38,797.44

TOTAL WESTMEATH

508,529.14

WEXFORD

SN BHANTIARNA

Upgrade Electrical, Mechanical & Fire Safety Installations

812,939.57

BALLYMURN NATIONAL SCHOOL

Car Parking

42,377.00

MICHEAL STREET NS

Priority Health & Safety Works

179,800.00

GLANBRIEN NATIONAL SCHOOL

Replacement of Path

5,850.78

BALLYCANEW NS

140,000.00

KILLEGNEY NATIONAL SCHOOL

109,630.20

NEWBAWN NS

Replacement of flooring M & E works

16,168.60

BALLYGARRETT NS

Security fencing around oil tank and repairs to flat roof

20,520.00

KILRANE NS

Fire Safety Works, Disabled Access, Foul Sewerage & Drainage

199,552.00

OYLEGATE NS

Replace Flat Roof

48,000.00

CLONGEEN NS

Condensation & Ventilation, Drainage to Toilets

78,120.00

SCOIL NAISIUNTA BAILE UI COILEAIN

Upgrade of heating system

85,954.68

SCOIL NA MBRAITHRE

148,438.75

SN MHAODHOIG

Replace Windows Replacement of Space Heating Installation

226,900.00

S N SEOSAIMH

Replacement of septic tank

70,543.61

S N RATH AN IUBHAIR

Removal of asbestos floor tiles Upgrade electrical installation

168,019.96

GALBALLY NS

Yard Works

26,346.50

S N MHUIRE

refurb works

114,401.70

ST CATHERINES NS

Upgrade of sewerage drains

19,950.00

RATHANGAN NS

Electrical works

156,365.92

GOREY CENTRAL SCHOOL

Roof Works

59,113.16

HORESWOOD NS

Roof Works

24,961.59

SCOIL MHUIRE

Removal of asbestos floor tiles replace boiler & associated works

80,401.71

S N NAOMH SEOSAIMH

replacement of defective foul drainage

35,814.00

TOTAL WEXFORD

2,870,169.73

WICKLOW

ST BRIGIDS NS

Water Mains Protection

42,765.92

DELGANY NATIONAL SCHOOL

Roof Works

147,000.00

CARYSFORT MIXED NS

new Electrical Supply Board

2,831.38

MAIN STREET NS

CCTV & Fencing

34,744.00

SHILLELAGH NS

Replace Heating Piping

24,500.00

ST PETERS INFANTS

Replace Heating Piping

54,125.75

SN MUIRE MXD

Upgrade ESB Supply, Replacement of Existing Main Distribution Board & ESB Meters

80,705.80

ST PATRICKS LORETO PRIMARY SCHOOL

Replace Fire Alarm System

38,929.09

PADRAIG NAOFA NS

Water Drainage

19,710.00

KILMACANOGUE NS

Roof works

78,458.64

NAOMH PEADAR N S

Roof works

90,423.00

TOTAL WICKLOW

523,770.58

TOTAL PRIMARY SCHOOLS

30,712,847.49

Large Scale Refurbishment Projects

2011€

2010€

Primary Major Refurbs

ST AUGUSTINES SPEC SC

752,986

168

PORTLAOISE EDUCATE TOGETHER

4,546

390,327

GS LIOS NA NOG

111,238

13,407

ST BRIGID’S GNS

116,817

1,855,703

STANHOPE STREET NS

2,188

12,103

BLANCHARDSTOWN WEST EDUCATE TOGETHER NS

508

0

ST DYMPHNA’S SCHOOL

0

4,500

DUNMANWAY MODEL SCHOOL

0

4,219

ST JOHN GIRLS & INFANT BOYS

0

182,688

SCOIL MHUIRE GAN SMAL

0

19,471

DROMTRASNA NS

0

13,744

ST MICHAELS HSE SPECIAL SCHOOL

0

84,700

TOTAL

988,284

2,581,029

Post-Primary Major Refurbs

SCOIL MHUIRE STROKESTOWN

56,127

1,742,608

ST DOMINIC’S COLLEGE CABRA

10,593

285,283

BALLYMAHON VOCATIONAL SCHOOL

94,533

767,937

BORRISOKANE V S

452,709

392,870

ST ENDAS COMMUNITY SCHOOL

43,171

107,128

ST PATRICKS COLLEGE

0

465,063

CNOC MHUIRE, GRANARD

0

3,500

ST FINTANS HIGH SCHOOL, SUTTON

0

10,769

PRESENTATION SECONDARY SCHOOL

0

164,589

AVONDALE COMMUNITY COLLEGE, RATHDRUM

0

39,748

COLAISTE LORCAIN CASTLEDERMOT

0

3,102

JOHN THE BAPTIST COMMUNITY SCHOOL

0

4,756

RATHMINES SENIOR COLLEGE

0

8,221

KILDARE VEC, NAAS

0

38,417

TOTAL

657,133

4,033,991

2011 Emergency Works post-Primary Schools

PROJECT

CASH YTD 2011

CARLOW

ST LEOS COLLEGE

OTHER STRUCTURAL IMPROVEMENTS

475,878.07

PRESENTATION/DE LA SALLE CARLOW, MHUINE BHEAG

PROJECTS-SPECIAL NEEDS FACILITIES

35,168.00

PRESENTATION/DE LA SALLE CARLOW, MHUINE BHEAG

CURRICULAR REQUIREMENTS

CARLOW VOCATIONAL SCHOOL, KILKENNY ROAD, CARLOW

ROOF WORKS

32,802.67

TOTAL CARLOW

543,848.74

CAVAN

ST AIDANS COMPREHENSIVE SCHOOL, COOTEHILLE

PROJECTS-SPECIAL NEEDS FACILITIES

TOTAL CAVAN

CLARE

ST JOSEPHS SPANISH POINT, MILTOWN MALBAY

MECHANICAL WORKS

TOTAL CLARE

CORK

SCOIL MHUIRE GAN SMAL

OTHER STRUCTURAL IMPROVEMENTS

COLAISTE CHROI NAOFA

MECHANICAL WORKS

14,800.00

ST COLMANS COLLEGE

GAS WORKS

10,918.72

ST FACHTNAS DE LA SALLE, SKIBBEREEN

MECHANICAL WORKS

MERCY HEIGHTS SECONDARY SCHOOL, SKIBBEREEN

OTHER STRUCTURAL IMPROVEMENTS

36,429.33

URSULINE SECONDARY SCHOOL, BLACKROCK, CORK

PROJECTS-SPECIAL NEEDS FACILITIES

18,696.94

COLAISTE GHOBNATAN

MECHANICAL WORKS

COLAISTE TREASA, KANTURK

PROJECTS-SPECIAL NEEDS FACILITIES

15,520.68

COLAISTE STIOFAN NAOFA

MECHANICAL WORKS

TERENCE MACSWEENEY COLLEGE, KNOCKNAHEENY

PROJECTS-SPECIAL NEEDS FACILITIES

BISHOPSTOWN C S

MECHANICAL WORKS

24,689.70

KINSALE COMMUNITY SCHOOL

MECHANICAL WORKS

21,362.88

TOTAL CORK

142,418.25

DONEGAL

MILFORD ADULT EDUCATION CENTRE AND TRAINING CENTRE

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

MILFORD ADULT EDUCATION CENTRE AND TRAINING CENTRE

OTHER STRUCTURAL IMPROVEMENTS

BUNCRANA EDUCATION CENTRE

OTHER STRUCTURAL IMPROVEMENTS

23,261.25

CARRICK VOCATIONAL SCHOOL, CARRICK

MECHANICAL WORKS

10,641.40

ST CATHERINES VOCATIONAL SCHOOL, KILLYBEGS

CURRICULAR REQUIREMENTS

ST COLUMBAS COMPREHENSIVE SCHOOL, GLENTIES

ROOF WORKS

8,410.97

CARNDONAGH COMMUNITY SCHOOL

ELECTRICAL WORKS

TOTAL DONEGAL

42,313.62

DUBLIN

ARD SCOIL LA SALLE

MECHANICAL WORKS

SANCTA MARIA COLLEGE, RATHFARNHAM

PROJECTS-SPECIAL NEEDS FACILITIES

67,827.90

MEANSCOIL IOGNAID RIS, WALKINSTOWN

OTHER STRUCTURAL IMPROVEMENTS

31,134.33

ST DOMINIC’S, BALLYFERMOT

PROJECTS-SPECIAL NEEDS FACILITIES

80,058.64

MERCY SECONDARY SCHOOL, INCHICORE

GAS WORKS

OUR LADY OF MERCY DRIMNAGH

MECHANICAL WORKS

52,672.00

BALBRIGGAN C C

PROJECTS-SPECIAL NEEDS FACILITIES

COLLINSTOWN PARK COMMUNITY COLLEGE, CLONDALKIN

PROJECTS-SPECIAL NEEDS FACILITIES

RINGSEND TECHNICAL INSTITUTE

MECHANICAL WORKS

NEWPARK COMPREHENSIVE SCHOOL, BLACKROCK

GAS WORKS

16,266.00

MALAHIDE COMMUNITY SCHOOL

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

23,000.00

HOLY CHILD C S SALLYNOGGIN

MECHANICAL WORKS

14,500.00

ST AIDENS BROOKFIELD, TALLAGHT

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

HARTSTOWN C S, CLONSILLA

PROJECTS-SPECIAL NEEDS FACILITIES

10,193.75

TOTAL DUBLIN

295,652.62

GALWAY

PRESENTATION COLLEGE, ATHENRY

PROJECTS-SPECIAL NEEDS FACILITIES

34,300.00

ST JOSEOHS NUNS ISLAND

PROJECTS-SPECIAL NEEDS FACILITIES

106,358.06

TOTAL GALWAY

140,658.06

KERRY

ST BRENDANS COLLEGE, CILL AIRNE

MECHANICAL WORKS

19,250.00

ST MICHAELS COLLEGE

MECHANICAL WORKS

21,651.00

CAHIRCIVEEN COMMUNITY COLLEGE

MECHANICAL WORKS

TARBERT COMMUNITY SCHOOL

MECHANICAL WORKS

30,008.17

RATHMORE COMMUNITY SCHOOL

OTHER STRUCTURAL IMPROVEMENTS

TOTAL KERRY

70,909.17

KILDARE

HOLY FAMILY SECONDARY SCHOOL, NEWBRIDGE

PROJECTS-SPECIAL NEEDS FACILITIES

31,147.72

CROSS AND PASSION COLLEGE, KILCULLEN

GAS WORKS

66,150.49

COLAISTE LORCAIN CASTLEDERMOT

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

69,500.00

CONFEY COMMUNITY COLLEGE

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

75,970.04

TOTAL KILDARE

242,768.25

KILKENNY

ST BRIGIDS SS, GORESBRIDGE

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

10,079.30

PRESENTATION SS

ROOF WORKS

CITY TECHNICAL SCHOOL, NEW STREET, KILKENNY

CURRICULAR REQUIREMENTS

CASTLECOMER COMMUNITY SCHOOL

MECHANICAL WORKS

TOTAL KILKENNY

10,079.30

LEITRIM

CARRIGALLEN V S

GAS WORKS

TOTAL LEITRIM

LIMERICK

ASKEATON COMMUNITY COLLEGE

MECHANICAL WORKS

TOTAL LIMERICK

LONGFORD

LANESBORO COMMUNITY COLLEGE

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

TOTAL LONGFORD

LOUTH

ST MARY’S COLLEGE, DUNDALK

OTHER STRUCTURAL IMPROVEMENTS

TOTAL LOUTH

MAYO

ST MARYS SECONDARY SCHOOL, BALLINA

CURRICULAR REQUIREMENTS

84,310.00

ST MARYS SECONDARY SCHOOL, BALLINA

OTHER STRUCTURAL IMPROVEMENTS

14,889.00

OUR LADYS SECONDARY SCHOOL, BELMULLET

PROJECTS-SPECIAL NEEDS FACILITIES

SACRED HEART, WESTPORT

PROJECTS-SPECIAL NEEDS FACILITIES

29,400.00

BALLINROBE COMMUNITY SCHOOL

MECHANICAL WORKS

19,492.85

TOTAL MAYO

148,091.85

MONAGHAN

CASTLEBLANEY COLLEGE

PROJECTS-SPECIAL NEEDS FACILITIES

BEECHILL V S

ELECTRICAL WORKS

BEECHILL V S

OTHER STRUCTURAL IMPROVEMENTS

48,582.81

COLAISTE OIRIALL

MECHANICAL WORKS

TOTAL MONAGHAN

48,582.81

OFFALY

TULLAMORE COLLEGE

MECHANICAL WORKS

25,981.75

ST BRENDANS C S BIRR

MECHANICAL WORKS

ST BRENDANS C S BIRR

WINDOW PROJECTS

TOTAL OFFALY

25,981.75

ROSCOMMON

SCOIL MHUIRE GAN SMÁL ROSCOMMON

ROOF WORKS

32,287.28

ELPHIN V S

ROOF WORKS

CASTLEREA C.S.

MECHANICAL WORKS

10,215.00

TOTAL ROSCOMMON

42,502.28

TIPPERARY

PRESENTATION SECONDARY SCHOOL

MECHANICAL WORKS

TOTAL TIPPERARY

WATERFORD

LISMORE COMMUNITY SCHOOL

PROJECTS-SPECIAL NEEDS FACILITIES

24,199.79

LISMORE COMMUNITY SCHOOL

OTHER STRUCTURAL IMPROVEMENTS

75,096.43

TOTAL WATERFORD

99,296.22

WESTMEATH

ST FINIANS COLLEGE

PROJECTS-SPECIAL NEEDS FACILITIES

206,980.76

MULLINGAR COMMUNITY COLLEGE

PROJECTS-SPECIAL NEEDS FACILITIES

49,717.40

MOATE COMMUNITY SCHOOL

ELECTRICAL WORKS

TOTAL WESTMEATH

256,698.16

WEXFORD

GOOD COUNSEL COLLEGE

PROJECTS-SPECIAL NEEDS FACILITIES

69,325.70

LORETO S.S. SPAWELL RD

OTHER STRUCTURAL IMPROVEMENTS

73,691.10

BUNCLODY VOCATIONAL SCHOOL

PROJECTS-SPECIAL NEEDS FACILITIES

NEW ROSS VS

CURRICULAR REQUIREMENTS

TOTAL WEXFORD

143,016.80

WICKLOW

ST MARYS COLLEGE, ARKLOW

OTHER STRUCTURAL IMPROVEMENTS

154,952.00

DOMINICAN COLLEGE

OTHER STRUCTURAL IMPROVEMENTS

AVONDALE COMMUNITY COLLEGE, RATHDRUM

PROJECTS-SPECIAL NEEDS FACILITIES

TOTAL WICKLOW

154,952.00

TOTAL POST PRIMARY SCHOOLS

2,407,769.88

Number of Schools On Site

Number of Schools Complete

Number of Schools Non Start

Number of Schools Overspend

Total Number of Schools

SWS Post-Primary 2010

COUNTY / SCHOOL

PROJECT APPLICATION

TOTAL PAID

CARLOW

ST MARYS ACADEMY, STATION ROAD

OTHER STRUCTURAL IMPROVEMENTS

235,352.50

COLAISTE MHUIRE CARLOW, KNOCKBEG

TOILET FACILITIES

104,953.00

PRESENTATION COLLEGE, ASKEA

ROOF WORKS

215,447.46

PRESENTATION/DE LA SALLE CARLOW, MHUINE BHEAG

ROOF WORKS

395,360.00

CARLOW VOCATIONAL SCHOOL, KILKENNY ROAD, CARLOW

TOILET FACILITIES

77,555.46

VOCATIONAL SCHOOL MUINEBEAG

WINDOW PROJECTS

50,568.73

TOTAL CARLOW

1,079,237.15

CAVAN

ST CLARES COLLEGE, BALLYJAMESDUFF

ELECTRICAL WORKS

250,918.85

ROYAL SCHOOL CAVAN

ROOF WORKS

52,250.00

ST BRICKINS BELTURBET

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

22,000.00

VIRGINIA VOCATIONAL SCHOOL

OTHER STRUCTURAL IMPROVEMENTS

37,764.00

CAVAN COLLEGE OF FURTHER STUDIES

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

79,795.00

ST AIDANS COMPREHENSIVE SCHOOL, COOTEHILLE

WINDOW PROJECTS

226,266.35

BAILIEBORO COMMUNITY SCHOOL

OTHER STRUCTURAL IMPROVEMENTS

259,592.22

TOTAL CAVAN

928,586.42

CLARE

SCOIL MHUIRE ENNISTYMON

ROOF WORKS

175,315.33

MARY IMMACULATE S S LISDOONVARNA

ROOF WORKS

131,177.91

ST JOSEPHS SPANISH POINT, MILTOWN MALBAY

OTHER STRUCTURAL IMPROVEMENTS

275,901.00

ST JOSEPHS, TULLA

MECHANICAL WORKS

17,059.69

ENNIS COMMUNITY COLLEGE

PROJECTS-SPECIAL NEEDS FACILITIES

337,206.20

ENNISTYNOM VS

ELECTRICAL WORKS

157,058.38

ST JOSEPHS COMMUNITY COLLEGE, KILKEE

TOILET FACILITIES

54,438.00

SCARIFF COMMUNITY CLOOEGE

ROOF WORKS

232,100.46

ST ANNES KILLALOE

WINDOW PROJECTS

178,807.58

ST PATRICKS SHANNON

WINDOW PROJECTS

466,909.80

KILRUSH COMMUNITY SCHOOL

ROOF WORKS

44,565.78

TOTAL CLARE

2,070,540.13

CORK

BALLINORA NS

WINDOW PROJECTS

ARDSCOIL UI URMOLTAIGH

WINDOW PROJECTS

22,982.40

BANDON GRAMMAR SCHOOL

OTHER STRUCTURAL IMPROVEMENTS

341,919.54

SCOIL MHUIRE GAN SMAL

WINDOW PROJECTS

28,358.69

COLAISTE CHROI NAOFA

TOILET FACILITIES

70,300.00

ST ALOYSIUS COLLEGE

WINDOW PROJECTS

100,000.00

SACRED HEART CLONAKILTY

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

53,800.00

COLAISTE MHUIRE COBH

OTHER STRUCTURAL IMPROVEMENTS

162,454.75

LORETO SECONDARY SCHOOL

ELECTRICAL WORKS

219,766.00

COLAISTE AN PHIARSAIGH

ROOF WORKS

10,723.05

MIDLETON COLLEGE

ROOF WORKS

109,145.87

ST MARYS HIGH SCHOOL, MIDLETON

WINDOW PROJECTS

133,162.90

CHRISTIAN BROTHERS, MITCHELSTOWN

MECHANICAL WORKS

21,887.56

PRESENTATION SECONDARY SCHOOL CORK, MITCHELSTOWN

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

79,759.05

ST FRANCIS CAPUCHIN COLLEGE, ROCHESTOWN

TOILET FACILITIES

78,640.00

MOUNT ST MICHAEL, ROSSCARBERY

MECHANICAL WORKS

229,276.00

MERCY HEIGHTS SECONDARD SCHOOL, SKIBBEREEN

WINDOW PROJECTS

76,341.30

GAELCHOLAISTE MHUIRE NORTH MONASTERY

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

18,431.00

DEERPARK CBS CORK

PROJECTS-SPECIAL NEEDS FACILITIES

157,541.00

COLAISTE CHROI RI, CAPWELL ROAD

ROOF WORKS

48,936.23

ST VINCENTS SECONDARY SCHOOL, ST MARYS ROAD

MECHANICAL WORKS

64,666.29

NORTH PRESENTATION, FARRANREE

WINDOW PROJECTS

108,171.88

ST ALOYSIUS

ELECTRICAL WORKS

161,364.73

MOUNT MERCY COLLEGE, MODEL FARM ROAD

ELECTRICAL WORKS

101,242.44

REGINA MUNDI, DOUGLAS ROAD

OTHER STRUCTURAL IMPROVEMENTS

100,000.00

COLAISTE GHOBNATAN

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

36,209.00

SCOIL MHUIRE BALLINGEARY

CURRICULAR REQUIREMENTS

117,584.48

CLONAKILTY COMMUNITY COLLEGE

OTHER STRUCTURAL IMPROVEMENTS

173,688.29

COACHFORD C C

TOILET FACILITIES

137,490.00

CARRIGHNAFOY C C

OTHER STRUCTURAL IMPROVEMENTS

97,983.66

COLAISTE AN CHRAOIBHIN, FERMOY

ROOF WORKS

336,018.00

COLAISTE TREASA, KANTURK

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

99,249.41

DAVIS COLLEGE MALLOW

TOILET FACILITIES

216,710.00

MCEGAN COLLEGE, MACROOM

OTHER STRUCTURAL IMPROVEMENTS

75,861.24

ST FANAHANS COLLEGE

OTHER STRUCTURAL IMPROVEMENTS

110,084.72

SCHULL COMMUNITY COLLEGE, COLLA ROAD

OTHER STRUCTURAL IMPROVEMENTS

94,565.00

NAGLE COMMUNITY COLLEGE, BLACKROCK

OTHER STRUCTURAL IMPROVEMENTS

116,438.22

COLLEGE OF COMMERCE, MORRISON’S BLACKROCK

WINDOW PROJECTS

51,467.66

ST JOHNS CENTRAL COLLEGE, SAWMILL STREET

WINDOW PROJECTS

81,407.43

COLAISTE STIOFAN NAOFA

WINDOW PROJECTS

119,668.53

TERENCE MACSWEENEY COLLEGE, KNOCKNAHEENY

ELECTRICAL WORKS

179,585.23

COLAISTE DAIBHAID, AN T-ARDAN THEAS

CURRICULAR REQUIREMENTS

167,240.15

ASHTON SCHOOL, BLACKROCK

WINDOW PROJECTS

142,639.22

BOHERBUE COMPREHENSIVE SCHOOL

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

68,117.57

BEARA COMMUNITY SCHOOL

OTHER STRUCTURAL IMPROVEMENTS

29,500.00

MILLSTREET COMMUNITY SCHOOL

ROOF WORKS

236,177.13

ST PETERS COMMUNITY COLLEGE, PASSAGE WEST

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

141,558.83

DOUGLAS COMMUNITY SCHOOL

TOILET FACILITIES

29,285.82

BISHOPSTOWN C S

ELECTRICAL WORKS

335,150.03

TOTAL CORK

5,692,550.30

DONEGAL

SCOIL MHUIRE BUNCRANA

CURRICULAR REQUIREMENTS

178,355.00

LORETO SECONDARY SCHOOL

OTHER STRUCTURAL IMPROVEMENTS

28,000.00

ST COLUMBAS COLLEGE, LIFFORD

TOILET FACILITIES

60,020.00

CRANA COLLEGE

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

81,950.50

ABBEY V S

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

125,235.57

DEELE COLLEGE, RAPHOE

OTHER STRUCTURAL IMPROVEMENTS

324,319.00

ST CATHERINES VOCATIONAL SCHOOL, KILLYBEGS

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

97,790.00

GAIRMSCOIL MHIC DIARMADA

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

66,156.00

MOVILLE COMMUNITY COLLEGE

MECHANICAL WORKS

35,297.55

CARNDONAGH COMMUNITY SCHOOL

ROOF WORKS

461,991.28

ROSSES COMMUNITY SCHOOL

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

124,560.84

POBALSCOIL CHLOICH CHEANNFHAOLA

WINDOW PROJECTS

335,955.01

GWEEDORE COMMUNITY SCHOOL

WINDOW PROJECTS

53,746.24

BALLYSHANNON COMMUNITY SCHOOL

OTHER STRUCTURAL IMPROVEMENTS

TOTAL DONEGAL

1,973,376.99

DUBLIN

BLACKROCK COLLEGE DUBLIN

ROOF WORKS

131,650.00

COLAISTE EOIN AGUS IOSAGAIN, STILORGAN

OTHER STRUCTURAL IMPROVEMENTS

35,241.70

COLAISTE IOSAGAIN, BAILE AN BHOTHAIR

WINDOW PROJECTS

50,825.30

OATLANDS COLLEGE, MOUNT MERRION

ROOF WORKS

218,945.00

DOMINICAN COLLEGE, SION HILL, BLACKROCK

ROOF WORKS

248,966.87

ROCKFORD MANOR S.S., STRADBROOK ROAD, BLACKROCK

WINDOW PROJECTS

162,000.00

CASTLEKNOCK COLLEGE

OTHER STRUCTURAL IMPROVEMENTS

MOYLE PARK COLLEGE, CLONDALKIN

ROOF WORKS

211,000.00

MOUNT ANVILLE SECONDARY SCHOOL

MECHANICAL WORKS

48,466.57

NOTRE DAME DES MISSIONS, UPPER CHURCHTOWN ROAD

MECHANICAL WORKS

14,850.00

HOLY CHILD KILLINEY, MILITARY ROAD KILLINEY

WINDOW PROJECTS

106,478.00

ST JOSEPHS OF CLUNY, BELLEVUE PARK, BALLINCLEA ROAD

MECHANICAL WORKS

13,750.00

ST BENILDUS COLLEGE, UPPER KILMACUD RD, BLACKROCK

TOILET FACILITIES

203,500.00

ST LAURENCES COLLEGE, LOUGHLINSTOWN, DUBLIN 18

ELECTRICAL WORKS

328,702.00

ST JOSEPHS LUCAN

CURRICULAR REQUIREMENTS

75,600.00

COLAISTE PHADRAIG CBS, ROSELAWN

CURRICULAR REQUIREMENTS

238,441.46

THE KINGS HOSPITAL, PALMERSTOWN

WINDOW PROJECTS

276,019.00

ST PAULS COLLEGE, RAHENY

OTHER STRUCTURAL IMPROVEMENTS

76,217.17

ARD SCOIL LA SALLE

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

34,950.85

MANOR HOUSE RAHENY, WATERMILL ROAD, RAHENY

WINDOW PROJECTS

195,927.00

DE LA SALLE CHURCHTOWN

MECHANICAL WORKS

446,384.60

LORETO HIGH SCHOOL

WINDOW PROJECTS

21,450.00

COLAISTE EANNA CBS, RATHFARNHAM

ELECTRICAL WORKS

113,320.37

ST RAPHAELAS, STILLORGAN

TOILET FACILITIES

77,511.58

ST FINTANS HIGH SCHOOL, SUTTON

ROOF WORKS

171,417.80

ST JAMES CBS, JAMES’S STREET

TOILET FACILITIES

103,937.00

CBS SYNGE STREET

MECHANICAL WORKS

261,126.87

ST DAVIDS CBS, ARTANE

ROOF WORKS

196,721.39

MEANSCOIL IOGNAID RIS, WALKINSTOWN

TOILET FACILITIES

182,193.00

ST DECLANS COLLEGE, CABRA

TOILET FACILITIES

49,292.35

MARIAN COLLEGE, BALLSBRIDGE

CURRICULAR REQUIREMENTS

184,830.00

ST JOHNS COLLEGE DE LA SALLE BALLYFERMOT

TOILET FACILITIES

96,007.60

CHANEL COLLEGE COOLOCK

WINDOW PROJECTS

143,414.63

TEMPLEOGUE COLLEGE

ROOF WORKS

87,941.26

PATRICIAN COLLEGE, FINGLAS WEST

CURRICULAR REQUIREMENTS

115,301.30

ST KEVINS COLLEGE, EAST FINGLAS

ELECTRICAL WORKS

197,712.80

ST PATRICKS CATHEDRAL GRAMMAR SCHOOL, ST PATRICKS CLOSE

TOILET FACILITIES

35,417.32

THE HIGH SCHOOL RATHGAR

ROOF WORKS

99,125.00

SCOIL CATRIONA MOBHI ROAD

MECHANICAL WORKS

106,467.15

ST DOMINIC’S, BALLYFERMOT

TOILET FACILITIES

179,182.80

ST DOMINIC’S COLLEGE CABRA

OTHER STRUCTURAL IMPROVEMENTS

26,631.74

CARITAS COLLEGE, BALLYFERMOT

ROOF WORKS

47,384.95

ST MICHAEL’S HOLY FAITH, FINGLAS

CURRICULAR REQUIREMENTS

250,148.00

HOLY FAITH, CLONTARF

ROOF WORKS

133,298.18

ST MARYS GLASNEVIN

OTHER STRUCTURAL IMPROVEMENTS

43,363.12

PRESENTATION CONVENT WARRENMOUNT

TOILET FACILITIES

100,000.00

LORETO COLLEGE CRUMLIN

CURRICULAR REQUIREMENTS

82,139.00

LORETO SWORDS

WINDOW PROJECTS

89,805.00

LORETO COLLEGE, ST STEPHEN’S GREEN

CURRICULAR REQUIREMENTS

MARYFIELD COLLEGE, DRUMCONDRA

OTHER STRUCTURAL IMPROVEMENTS

390,000.00

ST JOSEPHS SECONDARY SCHOOL, STANHOPE STREET

MECHANICAL WORKS

181,158.63

MERCY COLLEGE COOLOCK

CURRICULAR REQUIREMENTS

130,052.60

MERCY SECONDARY SCHOOL, INCHICORE

ROOF WORKS

254,475.51

ST LOUIS HIGH SCHOOL, RATHMINES

CURRICULAR REQUIREMENTS

208,762.41

ST PAULS SECONDARY SCHOOL, GREENHILLS

CURRICULAR REQUIREMENTS

135,110.00

ALEXANDRA COLLEGE, MILLTOWN

ROOF WORKS

167,066.77

OUR LADY OF MERCY DRIMNAGH

CURRICULAR REQUIREMENTS

92,282.00

WESLEY COLLEGE, BALLINTEER

MECHANICAL WORKS

45,019.00

STRATFORD COLLEGE, RATHGAR

WINDOW PROJECTS

25,069.76

BALBRIGGAN C C

MECHANICAL WORKS

COLAISTE DE HIDE TALLAGHT

ROOF WORKS

72,802.88

DEANSRATH COMMUNITY COLLEGE, CLONDALKIN

MECHANICAL WORKS

292,808.43

COLLINSTOWN PARK COMMUNITY COLLEGE, CLONDALKIN

WINDOW PROJECTS

117,863.67

ST KEVINS COMMUNITY COLLEGE, CLONDALKIN

MECHANICAL WORKS

192,315.85

DUN LAOGHAIRE COLLEGE OF FURTHER EDUCATION

MECHANICAL WORKS

15,910.00

LUCAN V S

WINDOW PROJECTS

65,976.97

RIVERSDALE COMMUNITY COLLEGE, BLANCHARDSTOWN

MECHANICAL WORKS

251,205.94

COLAISTE CHILLIAN

MECHANICAL WORKS

191,532.58

STILLORGAN COLLEGE OF FURTHER EDUCATION

WINDOW PROJECTS

104,737.00

ST FINIANS C C

ROOF WORKS

FINGAL COMMUNITY COLLEGE

ELECTRICAL WORKS

71,791.35

GREENHILLS COLLEGE

MECHANICAL WORKS

232,950.05

FIRHOUSE COMMUNITY COLLEGE

WINDOW PROJECTS

186,846.35

JOBSTOWN COMMUNITY COLLEGE

ROOF WORKS

140,000.00

ST KEVINS COMMUNITY COLLEGE, CRUMLIN

TOILET FACILITIES

16,629.38

CRUMLIN COLLEGE OF FURTHER EDUCATION

TOILET FACILITIES

58,350.49

COLAISTE EOIN, FINGLAS

ELECTRICAL WORKS

232,400.17

COLAISTE IDE, FINGLAS WEST

ELECTRICAL WORKS

400,157.91

RINGSEND TECHNICAL INSTITUTE

MECHANICAL WORKS

102,020.22

KILLESTER COLLEGE OF FURTHER EDUCATION

MECHANICAL WORKS

270,871.08

KYLEMORE COLLEGE BALLYFERMOT

TOILET FACILITIES

88,835.68

MARION COLLEGE, FAIRVIEW

TOILET FACILITIES

106,464.61

ST MACDARAS COMMUNITY COLLEGE, TEMPLEOGUE

TOILET FACILITIES

215,375.93

RATHMINES SENIOR COLLEGE

OTHER STRUCTURAL IMPROVEMENTS

127,215.40

BALLSBRIDGE COLLEGE OF BUSINESS STUDIES

MECHANICAL WORKS

191,260.75

PEARSE COLLEGE, CRUMLIN

TOILET FACILITIES

174,915.00

PLUNKET COLLEGE, WHITEHALL

ROOF WORKS

94,217.06

WHITEHALL HSE SEN SCHOOL

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

66,871.43

MARGARET AYLWARD COLLEGE

WINDOW PROJECTS

145,706.00

COLAISTE DHULAIGH, COOLOCK

ELECTRICAL WORKS

234,466.62

LIBERTIES COLLEGE

WINDOW PROJECTS

186,481.69

BALLYFERMOT COLLEGE OF FURTHER EDUCATION

MECHANICAL WORKS

241,746.13

COLAISTE LAN GAEILGE AN GHRAINSEACH

ROOF WORKS

110,420.94

PRESENTATION COLLEGE TERENURE

TOILET FACILITIES

81,248.44

TRINITY COMPREHENSIVE

ROOF WORKS

237,796.88

SCOIL PHOBAIL CHUIL MHIN

CURRICULAR REQUIREMENTS

311,728.52

THE DONAHIES COMMUNITY SCHOOL, STREAMVILLE ROAD

WINDOW PROJECTS

232,820.87

PORTMARNOCK COMMUNITY SCHOOL

CURRICULAR REQUIREMENTS

72,360.04

MALAHIDE COMMUNITY SCHOOL

MECHANICAL WORKS

147,578.70

HOLY CHILD C S SALLYNOGGIN

WINDOW PROJECTS

57,295.86

ST MARKS SPRINGFIELD, TALLAGHT

WINDOW PROJECTS

200,221.93

TALLAGHT COMMUNITY SCHOOL

TOILET FACILITIES

29,944.79

OLD BAWN COMMUNITY SCHOOL, TALLAGHT

WINDOW PROJECTS

249,952.30

ST AIDENS BROOKFIELD, TALLAGHT

CURRICULAR REQUIREMENTS

68,519.70

ST TIERNANS COMMUNITY COLLEGE, BALALLY

ELECTRICAL WORKS

203,487.35

TOTAL DUBLIN

14,836,155.35

GALWAY

PRESENTATION COLLEGE, ATHENRY

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

178,000.00

ST JOSEPHS GARBALLY

WINDOW PROJECTS

188,842.00

COLAISTE MHUIRE, BALLYGAR

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

113,500.00

ST JOSEOHS NUNS ISLAND

CURRICULAR REQUIREMENTS

266,640.40

DOMINICAN COLLEGE TAYLORS’ HILL

MECHANICAL WORKS

91,303.00

JESUS & MARY SECONDARY SCHOOL, THREADNEEDLE ROAD

ROOF WORKS

52,300.00

PRESENTATION COLLEGE, HEADFORD

TOILET FACILITIES

60,980.23

HOLY ROSARY COLLEGE, MOUNTBELLEW

TOILET FACILITIES

177,000.00

CALASANCTIUS COLLEGE ORANMORE

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

35,056.00

ST JARLATH’S COLLEGE, TUAM

TOILET FACILITIES

ST BRIGID’S TUAM

ROOF WORKS

110,160.00

PRESENTATION COLLEGE CURRYLEA

WINDOW PROJECTS

174,000.00

ST JARLATHS COLLEGE

TOILET FACILITIES

94,024.64

ST JARLATHS VOCATIONAL SCHOOL, MOUNTBELLEW

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

49,045.00

GAIRM SCOIL CHILLEAIN NAOFA, BALLINASLOE

ROOF WORKS

56,000.00

GAIRMSCOIL FHEICHIN NAOFA

MECHANICAL WORKS

54,186.00

COLAISTE GHOBNAIT INIS OIRR

MECHANICAL WORKS

77,756.11

GALWAY COMMUNITY COLLEGE, WELLPARK

WINDOW PROJECTS

171,441.92

SCOIL CHUIMSITHEACH CHIARAIN, AN CHEATHRU RUA

TOILET FACILITIES

70,540.68

TOTAL GALWAY

2,020,775.98

KERRY

ST JOSEPHS SECONDARY SCHOOL, BALLYBUNION

MECHANICAL WORKS

58,528.84

MEANSCOIL PHADRAIG NAOFA, CASTLEISLAND

TOILET FACILITIES

54,736.59

MEAN SCOIL NAOMH JOSEPH, CASTLEISLAND

ROOF WORKS

214,362.00

ST BRENDANS COLLEGE, CILL AIRNE

WINDOW PROJECTS

221,650.20

INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL KILLORGLIN

ELECTRICAL WORKS

73,440.00

ST MICHAELS COLLEGE

WINDOW PROJECTS

189,648.48

PRESENTATION S.S. MILLTOWN, KILLARNEY

ELECTRICAL WORKS

100,000.00

PRESENTATION SECONDARY SCHOOL TRALEE

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

50,000.00

MOUNT HAWK SCHOOL, TRALEE

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

234,239.39

KILLORGLIN C C

ROOF WORKS

267,000.00

LISTOWEL COMMUNITY COLLEGE

PROJECTS-SPECIAL NEEDS FACILITIES

58,800.00

CASTLEISLAND V S

ELECTRICAL WORKS

16,227.40

CAUSEWAY C C, TRALEE

MECHANICAL WORKS

59,500.00

TRALEE CC

ELECTRICAL WORKS

410,000.00

GAELCHOLAISTE CHIARRAI, TRALEE

PROJECTS-SPECIAL NEEDS FACILITIES

RATHMORE COMMUNITY SCHOOL

MECHANICAL WORKS

21,964.52

DINGLE CS

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

722.93

TOTAL KERRY

2,030,820.35

KILDARE

SALESIAN SECONDARY SCHOOL, CELLBRIDGE

ROOF WORKS

264,930.40

CROSS AND PASSION COLLEGE, KILCULLEN

ELECTRICAL WORKS

216,000.00

SCOIL DARA KILCOCK

TOILET FACILITIES

41,200.00

ST PAUL’S MONASTEREVIN

ROOF WORKS

146,932.97

COLAISTE NAOMH MHUIRE, NAAS

WINDOW PROJECTS

222,575.75

CURRAGH POST PRIMARY

OTHER STRUCTURAL IMPROVEMENTS

11,371.00

COLAISTE LORCAIN CASTLEDERMOT

WINDOW PROJECTS

240,279.00

VOCATIONAL SCHOOL KILDARE COLLEGE OF FURTHER STUDIES

WINDOW PROJECTS

89,421.26

CONFEY COMMUNITY COLLEGE

WINDOW PROJECTS

194,500.00

ST FARNANS POST PRIMARY SCHOOL, PROSPEROUS

TOILET FACILITIES

21,600.00

RATHANGAN POST PRIMARY SCHOOL

OTHER STRUCTURAL IMPROVEMENTS

TOTAL KILDARE

1,448,810.38

KILKENNY

COLAISTE EAMANN RIS, CALLAN

MECHANICAL WORKS

42,524.00

CBS KILKENNY

ELECTRICAL WORKS

100,823.72

ST KIERANS COLLEGE KILKENNY

CURRICULAR REQUIREMENTS

140,607.40

KILKENNY COLLEGE

MECHANICAL WORKS

62,334.49

COLAISTE AIREAGAIL BALLYHALE

CURRICULAR REQUIREMENTS

23,156.07

DUISKE COLLEGE GRAIGNAMANAGH

OTHER STRUCTURAL IMPROVEMENTS

34,100.00

COLAISTE MHUIRE JOHNSTOWN VS

OTHER STRUCTURAL IMPROVEMENTS

51,500.00

CITY TECHNICAL SCHOOL, NEW STREET, KILKENNY

ROOF WORKS

200,000.00

CASTLECOMER COMMUNITY SCHOOL

ROOF WORKS

177,981.35

TOTAL KILKENNY

833,027.03

LAOIS

CLONASLEE VOCATIONAL SCHOOL

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

34,977.45

MOUNTMELLICK COMMUNITY SCHOOL

CURRICULAR REQUIREMENTS

83,565.21

HEYWOOD COMMUNITY SCHOOL, BALLINAKILL

WINDOW PROJECTS

104,792.37

TOTAL LAOIS

223,335.03

LEITRIM

CARRIGALLEN V S

ROOF WORKS

83,474.00

DRUMKEERIN VS

TOILET FACILITIES

72,669.03

DRUMSHAMBO V.S.

TOILET FACILITIES

161,360.85

SCOIL CHUIMSITHEACH NAOMH CLAR

TOILET FACILITIES

63,146.76

TOTAL LEITRIM

380,650.64

LIMERICK

SALEASIAN SECONDARY SCHOOL, PALLASKENRY

WINDOW PROJECTS

89,075.00

PRESENTATION CONVENT, SEXTON STREET

TOILET FACILITIES

81,664.35

LAUREL HILL, NORTH CIRCULAR ROAD

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

76,469.00

SALESIAN SEC SCHOOL, NORTH CIRCULAR ROAD

MECHANICAL WORKS

30,236.12

ARD SCOIL MHUIRE CORBALLY

CURRICULAR REQUIREMENTS

148,278.00

SCOIL CARMEL LIMERICK, O’CONNELL AVENUE

MECHANICAL WORKS

50,353.28

ASKEATON COMMUNITY COLLEGE

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

4,375.00

DESMOND COLLEGE, NEWCASTLEWEST

OTHER STRUCTURAL IMPROVEMENTS

37,750.00

LIMERICK SENIOR COLLEGE, MULGRADE STREET

WINDOW PROJECTS

56,787.94

MERCY C C RATHKEALE VS

MECHANICAL WORKS

36,699.76

COLAISTE IOSAEF, KILMALLOCK

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

17,755.98

CRESCENT COLLEGE COMPREHENSIVE, DOORADOYLE

WINDOW PROJECTS

227,300.72

JOHN THE BAPTIST COMMUNITY SCHOOL

ROOF WORKS

108,205.75

TOTAL LIMERICK

964,950.90

LONGFORD

CNOC MHUIRE, GRANARD

WINDOW PROJECTS

72,300.00

ARDSCOIL PHADRAIG, GRANARD

WINDOW PROJECTS

45,704.00

TEMPLEMICHAELCOLLEGE

WINDOW PROJECTS

73,334.00

MOYNE C S

ROOF WORKS

295,438.82

TOTAL LONGFORD

486,776.82

LOUTH

ST JOSEPHS, DROGHEDA

ELECTRICAL WORKS

378,767.43

OUR LADY’S COLLEGE GREENHILLS, DROGHEDA

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

79,969.00

COLAISTE RIS, DUN DEALGAN

CURRICULAR REQUIREMENTS

358,533.42

ST MARY’S COLLEGE, DUNDALK

TOILET FACILITIES

154,362.12

DE LA SALLE COLLEGE

ROOF WORKS

573,600.00

ST VINCENTS SECONDARY SCHOOL

ROOF WORKS

64,874.34

BUSH POST PRIMARY CC, DUNDALK

WINDOW PROJECTS

243,363.08

ST OLIVERS COMMUNITY COLLEGE

ELECTRICAL WORKS

500,000.00

OFIAICH COLLEGE, DUNDALK

CURRICULAR REQUIREMENTS

213,775.10

SCOIL UI MHUIRE, DUNLEER

TOILET FACILITIES

138,384.81

ARDEE COMMUNITY SCHOOL

WINDOW PROJECTS

365,583.83

TOTAL LOUTH

3,071,213.13

MAYO

ST MURDEACHS COLLEGE, BALLINA

MECHANICAL WORKS

342,200.00

OUR LADYS SECONDARY SCHOOL, BELMULLET

WINDOW PROJECTS

157,555.07

ST JOSEPH’S S S, CASTLEBAR

CURRICULAR REQUIREMENTS

54,834.45

ST JOSEPH’S SECONDARY SCHOOL, MARIST CONVENT

TOILET FACILITIES

14,500.00

ST COLMANS COLLEGE, SWINFORD

ROOF WORKS

194,753.00

ST JOSEPHS SECONDARY SCHOOL

ROOF WORKS

205,161.62

COLAISTE MHUIRE, TUAR MHIC EADAIGH

WINDOW PROJECTS

36,205.07

RICE COLLEGE WESTPORT

OTHER STRUCTURAL IMPROVEMENTS

25,400.00

SACRED HEART, WESTPORT

ROOF WORKS

39,458.75

MOYNE V S, BALLINA

OTHER STRUCTURAL IMPROVEMENTS

33,286.33

MC HALE COLLEGE ACHILL

WINDOW PROJECTS

58,563.32

ST TIERNAN’S COLLEGE, CROSSMOLINA

TOILET FACILITIES

144,000.00

WESTPORT V.S.

TOILET FACILITIES

50,947.31

DAVITT COLLEGE CASTLEBAR

TOILET FACILITIES

86,400.00

BALLYHAUNIS COMMUNITY SCHOOL

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

26,149.98

BALLINROBE COMMUNITY SCHOOL

WINDOW PROJECTS

43,985.55

ST LOUIS COMMUNITY SCHOOL

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

59,485.61

TOTAL MAYO

1,572,886.06

MEATH

ST PATRICKS CLASSICAL, MOATLANDS

OTHER STRUCTURAL IMPROVEMENTS

49,130.00

ST JOSEPHS SECONDARY SCHOOL NAVAN

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

346,031.43

EUREKA SECONDARY SCHOOL

OTHER STRUCTURAL IMPROVEMENTS

107,777.45

SCOIL MHUIRE COM TRIM

ELECTRICAL WORKS

296,437.83

ST PETER’S COLLEGE, DUNBOYNE

WINDOW PROJECTS

196,627.00

ST OLIVERS POST PRIMARY, KELLS

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

13,746.65

COLAISTE PHOBAIL

ROOF WORKS

205,997.17

BEAUFORT NAVAN

ROOF WORKS

159,572.15

RATHOATH C C

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

87,000.00

ASHBOURNE COMMUNITY SCHOOL

ROOF WORKS

540,654.42

TOTAL MEATH

2,002,974.10

MONAGHAN

ST LOUIS SS CARRICKMACROSS

ELECTRICAL WORKS

395,594.94

OUR LADYS SEC SCHOOL, CASTLEBLANEY

ELECTRICAL WORKS

214,002.00

ST McCARTANS COLLEGE

TOILET FACILITIES

172,041.78

ST LOUIS S.S. MONAGHAN

OTHER STRUCTURAL IMPROVEMENTS

40,170.74

MONAGHAN COLLEGIATE, CORLATT

TOILET FACILITIES

116,252.50

BALLYBAY COMMUNITY COLLEGE

OTHER STRUCTURAL IMPROVEMENTS

662,178.81

CASTLEBLANEY COLLEGE

TOILET FACILITIES

273,359.19

BEECHILL V S

CURRICULAR REQUIREMENTS

430,652.43

TOTAL MONAGHAN

2,304,252.39

OFFALY

ST MARYS SECONDARY SCHOOL, EDENDERRY

ROOF WORKS

270,000.00

SACRED HEART SECONDARY SCHOOL, TULLAMORE

OTHER STRUCTURAL IMPROVEMENTS

100,400.00

KILLINA, RAHAN, TULLAMORE

ROOF WORKS

69,448.00

CLARA V S

ELECTRICAL WORKS

52,949.75

OAKLANDS COLLEGE, EDENDERRY

ROOF WORKS

205,876.97

TOTAL OFFALY

698,674.72

ROSCOMMON

ELPHIN V S

ROOF WORKS

21,930.00

ROSCOMMON C C

CURRICULAR REQUIREMENTS

94,826.55

CASTLEREA C.S.

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

27,240.00

TOTAL ROSCOMMON

143,996.55

SLIGO

ST MARYS COLLEGE, BALLYSADARE

ROOF WORKS

39,665.20

COLAISTE MHUIRE, BALLYMOTE

ROOF WORKS

46,859.26

JESUS & MARY, ENNISCRONE

OTHER STRUCTURAL IMPROVEMENTS

181,758.50

URSULINE COLLEGE

WINDOW PROJECTS

36,700.00

MERCY COLLEGE SLIGO

WINDOW PROJECTS

53,143.97

SLIGO GRAMMAR SCHOOL, THE MALL

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

183,000.00

COOLA V.S., SOOEY, VIA BOYLE

MECHANICAL WORKS

120,510.48

GRANGE C C

ROOF WORKS

50,080.18

BALLINODE VS

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

102,878.93

TOTAL SLIGO

814,596.52

TIPPERARY

ST JOSEPH’S COLLEGE

TOILET FACILITIES

17,339.71

ROCKWELL COLLEGE

ROOF WORKS

70,327.59

ARD SCOIL NA MBRAITHRE

ELECTRICAL WORKS

51,070.92

LORETO SECONDARY SCHOOL

OTHER STRUCTURAL IMPROVEMENTS

33,021.00

PATRICIAN PRESENATION SECONDARY SCHOOL

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

53,644.73

ST MARY’S SECONDARY SCHOOL NENAGH

ROOF WORKS

348,377.47

CISTERCIAN COLLEGE

OTHER STRUCTURAL IMPROVEMENTS

50,014.06

PRESENTATION SECONDARY SCHOOL

MECHANICAL WORKS

279,169.36

URSULINE SEC SCHOOL

ELECTRICAL WORKS

66,099.70

ST ANNE’S S.S. ROSANNA RD

OTHER STRUCTURAL IMPROVEMENTS

100,562.75

COMERAGH COLLEGE

WINDOW PROJECTS

92,600.00

SCOIL RUAIN

ELECTRICAL WORKS

56,561.55

NEWPORT V S

ELECTRICAL WORKS

35,629.28

ST SHEELANS TEMPLEMORE

WINDOW PROJECTS

121,940.40

TIPPERARY TOWN VS

WINDOW PROJECTS

157,400.00

THURLES VOCATIONAL SCHOOL

ELECTRICAL WORKS

45,885.17

CAHIR COMMUNITY COLLEGE

ELECTRICAL WORKS

82,441.74

ROSCREA COMMUNITY COLLEGE

ELECTRICAL WORKS

46,132.88

TOTAL TIPPERARY

1,708,218.31

WATERFORD

CBS DUNGARVAN

OTHER STRUCTURAL IMPROVEMENTS

210,600.00

ST AUGUSTINES COLLEGE

OTHER STRUCTURAL IMPROVEMENTS

140,000.00

ARD SCOIL NA NDEISE

WINDOW PROJECTS

106,553.00

DE LA SALLE COLLEGE NEWTOWN

WINDOW PROJECTS

236,555.00

OUR LADY OF MERCY SEC SCHOOL WATERFORD

MECHANICAL WORKS

421,623.31

NEWTOWN SCHOOL

WINDOW PROJECTS

ST DECLANS KILMACTHOMAS

WINDOW PROJECTS

61,950.00

CENTRAL TECHNICAL INSTITUTE

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

44,024.00

ST PAULS C C

ROOF WORKS

809,235.47

LISMORE COMMUNITY SCHOOL

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

39,725.00

TOTAL WATERFORD

2,070,265.78

WESTMEATH

ST ALOYSIUS COLLEGE

ROOF WORKS

100,210.05

ST JOSEPHS COLLEGE

ROOF WORKS

17,480.00

CONVENT S S KILBEGGAN

ROOF WORKS

81,017.51

ST MARYS COLLEGE MULLINGAR

WINDOW PROJECTS

128,375.00

ST FINIANS COLLEGE

OTHER STRUCTURAL IMPROVEMENTS

288,020.02

ST JOSEPHS SECONDARY SCHOOL

WINDOW PROJECTS

150,000.00

CASTLEPOLLARD COMMUNITY COLLEGE

OTHER STRUCTURAL IMPROVEMENTS

34,690.50

COLUMBA COLLEGE

MECHANICAL WORKS

228,034.04

TOTAL WESTMEATH

1,027,827.12

WEXFORD

FCJ BUNCLODY

WINDOW PROJECTS

234,000.00

ST MARY’S CBS ENNISCORTHY

ROOF WORKS

196,638.04

COLAISTE BRIDE ENNISCORTHY

ELECTRICAL WORKS

387,232.66

CHRISTIAN BROTHERS SS NEW ROSS

ELECTRICAL WORKS

184,210.50

GOOD COUNSEL COLLEGE

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

97,892.67

ST MARYS WEXFORD

ROOF WORKS

200,000.00

OUR LADY OF LOURDES

OTHER STRUCTURAL IMPROVEMENTS

100,000.00

LORETO S.S. SPAWELL RD

WINDOW PROJECTS

160,172.52

PRESENTATION SECONDARY SCHOOL, GROGAN’S ROAD

MECHANICAL WORKS

391,777.00

ADAMSTOWN VS

WINDOW PROJECTS

140,800.00

BRIDGETOWN VS

WINDOW PROJECTS

179,143.89

BUNCLODY VOCATIONAL SCHOOL

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

44,203.28

NEW ROSS VS

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

93,564.35

WEXFORD VS

ROOF WORKS

178,401.30

RAMSGRANGE COMMUNITY SCHOOL

WINDOW PROJECTS

60,392.00

GOREY C S

MECHANICAL WORKS

18,965.69

TOTAL WEXFORD

2,667,393.90

WICKLOW

ST KEVIN’S CBS, ARKLOW

WINDOW PROJECTS

211,065.38

ST MARYS COLLEGE, ARKLOW

ROOF WORKS

96,482.94

LORETO SECONDARY SCHOOL, BRAY

WINDOW PROJECTS

81,100.00

ST DAVIDS, GREYSTONES

ELECTRICAL WORKS

311,936.82

DOMINICAN COLLEGE

ROOF WORKS

150,112.23

ARKLOW V.S.

ROOF WORKS

126,655.16

BLESSINGTON COMMUNITY COLLEGE

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

18,537.73

ST THOMAS COMMUNITY COLLEGE, BRAY

OTHER STRUCTURAL IMPROVEMENTS

131,611.74

CARNEW V S

WINDOW PROJECTS

61,539.00

ST KEVIN’S COMMUNITY COLLEGE, DUNLAVIN

OTHER STRUCTURAL IMPROVEMENTS

54,203.90

ABBEY V S

MECHANICAL WORKS

75,175.02

EAST GLENDALOUGH CS

ELECTRICAL WORKS

274,455.01

ST KILLIANS BALLYWALTRIM

MECHANICAL WORKS

125,556.30

TOTAL WICKLOW

1,718,431.23

TOTAL POST PRIMARY SCHOOLS

TOTAL POST PRIMARY SCHOOLS

54,770,323.28

SWS and Capital Jobs Initiative Post-Primary 2011

COUNTY / SCHOOL

PROJECT APPLICATION

ACTUAL AMOUNT PAID 2011

CARLOW

BORRIS VS

WINDOW PROJECTS

COLAISTE EOIN HACKETSTOWN

WINDOW PROJECTS

CARLOW VOCATIONAL SCHOOL, KILKENNY ROAD, CARLOW

ELECTRICAL WORKS

TULLOW COMMUNITY SCHOOL

TOILET FACILITIES

60,082.08

TOTAL CARLOW

60,082.08

CAVAN

ST BRICKINS BELTURBET

PROJECTS-SPECIAL NEEDS FACILITIES

CAVAN VOCATIONAL SCHOOL, COOTEHILL RD, CAVAN

ROOF WORKS

VIRGINIA VOCATIONAL SCHOOL

WINDOW PROJECTS

48,638.33

ST AIDANS COMPREHENSIVE SCHOOL, COOTEHILLE

WINDOW PROJECTS

BAILIEBORO COMMUNITY SCHOOL

TOILET FACILITIES

189,925.11

TOTAL CAVAN

238,563.44

CLARE

ST FLANNANS COLLEGE, ENNIS

ROOF WORKS

COLAISTE MHUIRE, ENNIS

ROOF WORKS

SCOIL MHUIRE ENNISTYMON

TOILET FACILITIES

29,673.90

ENNIS COMMUNITY COLLEGE

MECHANICAL WORKS

75,970.04

ENNISTYNOM VS

WINDOW PROJECTS

ST JOSEPHS COMMUNITY COLLEGE, KILKEE

MECHANICAL WORKS

44,234.32

ST ANNES KILLALOE

TOILET FACILITIES

54,453.18

TOTAL CLARE

204,331.44

CORK

ARDSCOIL UI URMOLTAIGH

WINDOW PROJECTS

SCOIL MHUIRE GAN SMAL

WINDOW PROJECTS

33,615.51

ST ALOYSIUS COLLEGE

ROOF WORKS

SACRED HEART CLONAKILTY

PROJECTS-SPECIAL NEEDS FACILITIES

ST COLMANS COLLEGE

WINDOW PROJECTS

146,264.95

LORETO SECONDARY SCHOOL

MECHANICAL WORKS

44,069.90

ST MARY’S SECONDARY SCHOOL, CONVENT OF MERCY MALLOW

PROJECTS-SPECIAL NEEDS FACILITIES

9,116.41

ST MARYS HIGH SCHOOL, MIDLETON

ELECTRICAL WORKS

MOUNT ST MICHAEL, ROSSCARBERY

WINDOW PROJECTS

39,275.03

ST FACHTNAS DE LA SALLE, SKIBBEREEN

ELECTRICAL WORKS

24,842.22

NORTH MONASTERY CBS

WINDOW PROJECTS

COLAISTE CHROI RI, CAPWELL ROAD

TOILET FACILITIES

ST VINCENTS SECONDARY SCHOOL, ST MARYS ROAD

WINDOW PROJECTS

37,225.32

ST ALOYSIUS

WINDOW PROJECTS

64,246.00

ST PATRICK’S GIRLS SCHOOL, GARDINERS HILL

ELECTRICAL WORKS

34,990.90

COLAISTE GHOBNATAN

ELECTRICAL WORKS

58,132.52

CLONAKILTY COMMUNITY COLLEGE

MECHANICAL WORKS

COLAISTE AN CHRAOIBHIN, FERMOY

ELECTRICAL WORKS

124,291.06

ST AIDENS BALLYVOLANE, BALLINCOLLY

MECHANICAL WORKS

144,526.16

ST JOHNS CENTRAL COLLEGE, SAWMILL STREET

ELECTRICAL WORKS

TERENCE MACSWEENEY COLLEGE, KNOCKNAHEENY

ELECTRICAL WORKS

225,929.09

BOHERBUE COMPREHENSIVE SCHOOL

MECHANICAL WORKS

27,755.00

MAYFIELD COMMUNITY SCHOOL

MECHANICAL WORKS

88,628.40

TOTAL CORK

1,102,908.47

DONEGAL

SCOIL MHUIRE BUNCRANA

ROOF WORKS

ST COLUMBAS COLLEGE, LIFFORD

ROOF WORKS

LETTERKENNY VOCATIONAL SCHOOL

ELECTRICAL WORKS

32,334.75

DEELE COLLEGE, RAPHOE

ROOF WORKS

19,942.04

ST CATHERINES VOCATIONAL SCHOOL, KILLYBEGS

ELECTRICAL WORKS

116,506.84

ST COLUMBAS COMPREHENSIVE SCHOOL, GLENTIES

ROOF WORKS

ROYAL & PRIOR SCHOOL, RAPHOE

WINDOW PROJECTS

POBALSCOIL CHLOICH CHEANNFHAOLA

ROOF WORKS

123,547.07

TOTAL DONEGAL

292,330.70

DUBLIN

ROCKFORD MANOR S.S., STRADBROOK ROAD, BLACKROCK

ELECTRICAL WORKS

91,923.75

RATHDOWN SCHOOL

ELECTRICAL WORKS

MOYLE PARK COLLEGE, CLONDALKIN

MECHANICAL WORKS

126,254.43

HOLY CHILD KILLINEY, MILITARY ROAD KILLINEY

GAS WORKS

ARD SCOIL LA SALLE

ROOF WORKS

MANOR HOUSE RAHENY, WATERMILL ROAD, RAHENY

WINDOW PROJECTS

COLLEGE OF ST COLUMBA, WHITECHURCH

MECHANICAL WORKS

57,843.10

SANCTA MARIA COLLEGE, RATHFARNHAM

GAS WORKS

30,656.22

COLAISTE EANNA CBS, RATHFARNHAM

ROOF WORKS

ST DOMINICS HIGH SCHOOL, GREENFIELD, DUBLIN 13

WINDOW PROJECTS

ST JOSEPHS CBS FAIRVIEW

MECHANICAL WORKS

162,065.88

ST PAULS CBS, NORTH BURNSWICK STREET

MECHANICAL WORKS

129,845.74

ST AIDAN’S CBS, WHITEHALL

TOILET FACILITIES

25,770.53

ST DECLANS COLLEGE, CABRA

ROOF WORKS

MARIAN COLLEGE, BALLSBRIDGE

MECHANICAL WORKS

165,604.85

ST JOHNS COLLEGE DE LA SALLE BALLYFERMOT

MECHANICAL WORKS

CHANEL COLLEGE COOLOCK

WINDOW PROJECTS

PATRICIAN COLLEGE, FINGLAS WEST

TOILET FACILITIES

91,100.04

ST KEVINS COLLEGE, EAST FINGLAS

MECHANICAL WORKS

118,007.26

ST CONLETHS COLLEGE

MECHANICAL WORKS

50,610.00

DOMINICAN COLLEGE, DRUMCONDRA

ELECTRICAL WORKS

91,847.78

SCOIL CATRIONA MOBHI ROAD

TOILET FACILITIES

CARITAS COLLEGE, BALLYFERMOT

ROOF WORKS

HOLY FAITH, CLONTARF

ROOF WORKS

62,530.60

ST MARYS GLASNEVIN

ROOF WORKS

LORETO COLLEGE CRUMLIN

TOILET FACILITIES

MARYFIELD COLLEGE, DRUMCONDRA

ROOF WORKS

ST JOSEPHS SECONDARY SCHOOL, STANHOPE STREET

MECHANICAL WORKS

131,667.10

MOUNT CARMEL SECONDARY SCHOOL, KINGS INN STREET

MECHANICAL WORKS

163,335.59

OUR LADY OF MERCY, BEAUMOUNT

ELECTRICAL WORKS

50,440.30

MERCY COLLEGE COOLOCK

ELECTRICAL WORKS

97,241.38

ST LOUIS HIGH SCHOOL, RATHMINES

GAS WORKS

61,737.82

ST PAULS SECONDARY SCHOOL, GREENHILLS

MECHANICAL WORKS

20,650.00

GRANGE COMMUNITY COLLEGE, DONAGHAMEDE

TOILET FACILITIES

90,569.30

COLAISTE DE HIDE TALLAGHT

ROOF WORKS

DEANSRATH COMMUNITY COLLEGE, CLONDALKIN

ROOF WORKS

188,188.24

COLLINSTOWN PARK COMMUNITY COLLEGE, CLONDALKIN

MECHANICAL WORKS

280,329.46

ST KEVINS COMMUNITY COLLEGE, CLONDALKIN

TOILET FACILITIES

72,429.70

LUCAN V S

ELECTRICAL WORKS

273,112.31

GREENHILLS COLLEGE

MECHANICAL WORKS

113,400.00

FIRHOUSE COMMUNITY COLLEGE

SPECIAL NEEDS

MOUNT SESKIN COMMUNITY COLLEGE

MECHANICAL WORKS

241,432.80

COLAISTE EANNA, CABRA

ELECTRICAL WORKS

ST KEVINS COMMUNITY COLLEGE, CRUMLIN

ROOF WORKS

COLAISTE EOIN, FINGLAS

ELECTRICAL WORKS

68,915.97

RINGSEND TECHNICAL INSTITUTE

ELECTRICAL WORKS

KYLEMORE COLLEGE BALLYFERMOT

ROOF WORKS

MARION COLLEGE, FAIRVIEW

ROOF WORKS

ST MACDARAS COMMUNITY COLLEGE, TEMPLEOGUE

ELECTRICAL WORKS

49,000.00

RATHMINES SENIOR COLLEGE

ELECTRICAL WORKS

PEARSE COLLEGE, CRUMLIN

ELECTRICAL WORKS

142,460.19

PLUNKET COLLEGE, WHITEHALL

MECHANICAL WORKS

MARGARET AYLWARD COLLEGE

ELECTRICAL WORKS

34,300.00

HOLY FAMILY COMMUNITY SCHOOL, KILTEEL ROAD

ELECTRICAL WORKS

274,112.45

CABINTEELY COMMUNITY SCHOOL

ELECTRICAL WORKS

118,587.00

SCOIL PHOBAIL CHUIL MHIN

MECHANICAL WORKS

232,810.20

ST MARKS SPRINGFIELD, TALLAGHT

TOILET FACILITIES

113,473.41

OLD BAWN COMMUNITY SCHOOL, TALLAGHT

ROOF WORKS

ST TIERNANS COMMUNITY COLLEGE, BALALLY

ELECTRICAL WORKS

90,575.98

ROSMINI COMMUNITY SCHOOL, DRUMCONDRA

ROOF WORKS

TOTAL DUBLIN

4,112,829.38

GALWAY

PRESENTATION COLLEGE, ATHENRY

MECHANICAL WORKS

DOMINICAN COLLEGE TAYLORS’ HILL

MECHANICAL WORKS

74,578.53

JESUS & MARY SECONDARY SCHOOL, THREADNEEDLE ROAD

ROOF WORKS

45,920.00

HOLY ROSARY COLLEGE, MOUNTBELLEW

ROOF WORKS

ST JARLATH’S COLLEGE, TUAM

ROOF WORKS

MERCY COLLEGE

SPECIAL NEEDS

COLAISTE CHOLMCILLE

MECHANICAL WORKS

GAIRMSCOIL MHUIRE, ATHENRY

ROOF WORKS

58,400.30

GAIRM SCOIL CHILLEAIN NAOFA, BALLINASLOE

WINDOW PROJECTS

53,025.00

COLAISTE NA COIRIBE

TOILET FACILITIES

GALWAY COMMUNITY COLLEGE, WELLPARK

WINDOW PROJECTS

71,399.44

SCOIL POBAIL MHIC DARA

WINDOW PROJECTS

81,396.48

DUNMORE COMMUNITY SCHOOL

ROOF WORKS

139,650.00

GORT COMMUNITY SCHOOL

MECHANICAL WORKS

TOTAL GALWAY

524,369.75

KERRY

MEAN SCOIL NAOMH JOSEPH, CASTLEISLAND

WINDOW PROJECTS

COLAISTE IDE

ELECTRICAL WORKS

155,206.80

INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL KILLORGLIN

MECHANICAL WORKS

PRESENTATION SECONDARY SCHOOL TRALEE

ELECTRICAL WORKS

116,405.10

KILLARNEY COMMUNITY COLLEGE

ROOF WORKS

KILLORGLIN C C

ELECTRICAL WORKS

94,848.60

TRALEE CC

MECHANICAL WORKS

15,691.26

TOTAL KERRY

382,151.76

KILDARE

PATRICIAN SECONDARY SCHOOL, NEWBRIDGE

ROOF WORKS

93,100.00

CROSS AND PASSION COLLEGE, KILCULLEN

GAS WORKS

113,783.41

SCOIL DARA KILCOCK

PROJECTS-SPECIAL NEEDS FACILITIES

36,400.00

ST PAUL’S MONASTEREVIN

MECHANICAL WORKS

38,797.70

COLAISTE NAOMH MHUIRE, NAAS

ELECTRICAL WORKS

170,311.20

COLAISTE LORCAIN CASTLEDERMOT

MECHANICAL WORKS

218,137.50

ST CONLETHS VOCATIONAL SCHOOL, NEWBRIDGE

ELECTRICAL WORKS

97,759.38

TOTAL KILDARE

768,289.19

KILKENNY

COLAISTE EAMANN RIS, CALLAN

ELECTRICAL WORKS

39,999.54

COLAISTE AIREAGAIL BALLYHALE

MECHANICAL WORKS

24,265.63

DUISKE COLLEGE GRAIGNAMANAGH

TOILET FACILITIES

17,150.00

COLAISTE MHUIRE JOHNSTOWN VS

TOILET FACILITIES

COLÁISTE COIS SIÚIRE, MOONCOIN

WINDOW PROJECTS

25,200.00

GRENNAN COLLEGE THOMASTOWN

MECHANICAL WORKS

72,213.40

CASTLECOMER COMMUNITY SCHOOL

WINDOW PROJECTS

46,036.17

TOTAL KILKENNY

224,864.74

LAOIS

COLAISTE IOSAGAIN, PORTARLINGTON

ROOF WORKS

MOUNTMELLICK COMMUNITY SCHOOL

ROOF WORKS

HEYWOOD COMMUNITY SCHOOL, BALLINAKILL

MECHANICAL WORKS

159,537.09

TOTAL LAOIS

159,537.09

LEITRIM

DRUMKEERIN VS

ELECTRICAL WORKS

DRUMSHAMBO V.S.

ELECTRICAL WORKS

98,880.12

VOCATIONAL SCHOOL BALLINAMORE

ROOF WORKS

14,000.00

TOTAL LEITRIM

112,880.12

LIMERICK

ST JOSEPHS SECONDARY SCHOOL

TOILET FACILITIES

60,776.04

SALEASIAN SECONDARY SCHOOL, PALLASKENRY

ELECTRICAL WORKS

13,405.00

CBS SEXTON STREET

WINDOW PROJECTS

64,203.04

ARDSCOIL RIS, NORTH CIRCULAR ROAD

TOILET FACILITIES

ST MUNCHIN’S COLLEGE, CORBALLY

PROJECTS-SPECIAL NEEDS FACILITIES

10,635.81

LAUREL HILL COLAISTE FCJ

WINDOW PROJECTS

SALESIAN SEC SCHOOL, NORTH CIRCULAR ROAD

WINDOW PROJECTS

SCOIL CARMEL LIMERICK, O’CONNELL AVENUE

ROOF WORKS

ASKEATON COMMUNITY COLLEGE

ELECTRICAL WORKS

LIMERICK SENIOR COLLEGE, MULGRADE STREET

PROJECTS-SPECIAL NEEDS FACILITIES

MERCY C C RATHKEALE VS

WINDOW PROJECTS

CRESCENT COLLEGE COMPREHENSIVE, DOORADOYLE

MECHANICAL WORKS

285,607.49

JOHN THE BAPTIST COMMUNITY SCHOOL

ELECTRICAL WORKS

64,574.54

TOTAL LIMERICK

499,201.92

LONGFORD

CONVENT OF MERCY BALLYMAHON

ROOF WORKS

MEAN SCOIL MHUIRE

WINDOW PROJECTS

73,248.35

BALLYMAHON VOCATIONAL SCHOOL

WINDOW PROJECTS

ARDSCOIL PHADRAIG, GRANARD

ROOF WORKS

LANESBORO COMMUNITY COLLEGE

MECHANICAL WORKS

TEMPLEMICHAELCOLLEGE

ROOF WORKS

MOYNE C S

WINDOW PROJECTS

106,229.61

TOTAL LONGFORD

179,477.96

LOUTH

OUR LADY’S COLLEGE GREENHILLS, DROGHEDA

WINDOW PROJECTS

68,500.00

COLAISTE RIS, DUN DEALGAN

MECHANICAL WORKS

154,344.40

ST MARY’S COLLEGE, DUNDALK

ELECTRICAL WORKS

30,388.02

DE LA SALLE COLLEGE

TOILET FACILITIES

147,228.26

ST VINCENTS SECONDARY SCHOOL

MECHANICAL WORKS

BUSH POST PRIMARY CC, DUNDALK

ELECTRICAL WORKS

153,744.37

ST OLIVERS COMMUNITY COLLEGE

WINDOW PROJECTS

TOTAL LOUTH

554,205.05

MAYO

BALLA SECONDARY SCHOOL, CASTLEBAR

TOILET FACILITIES

183,566.85

ST MURDEACHS COLLEGE, BALLINA

GAS WORKS

165,900.00

ST JOSEPH’S S S, CASTLEBAR

WINDOW PROJECTS

ST COLMANS COLLEGE, SWINFORD

WINDOW PROJECTS

JESUS & MARY S.S. CROSSMOLINA

ROOF WORKS

49,380.53

ST JOSEPHS SS FOXFORD

MECHANICAL WORKS

SANCTA MARIA COLLEGE, LOUISBURGH

ROOF WORKS

59,046.40

COLAISTE MHUIRE, TUAR MHIC EADAIGH

TOILET FACILITIES

RICE COLLEGE WESTPORT

ROOF WORKS

SACRED HEART, WESTPORT

ROOF WORKS

18,500.00

MOYNE V S, BALLINA

MECHANICAL WORKS

ST BRENDANS COLLEGE, BELMULLET

WINDOW PROJECTS

WESTPORT V.S.

WINDOW PROJECTS

ST LOUIS COMMUNITY SCHOOL

ROOF WORKS

TOTAL MAYO

476,393.78

MEATH

ST PATRICKS CLASSICAL, MOATLANDS

GAS WORKS

22,968.02

SCOIL MHUIRE COM TRIM

PROJECTS-SPECIAL NEEDS FACILITIES

107,877.46

ST FINTAN’S POST PRIMARY, LONGWOOD, ENFIELD

ROOF WORKS

RATHCAIRN V S, ATHBOY

ROOF WORKS

75,036.35

BEAUFORT NAVAN

MECHANICAL WORKS

299,758.80

RATHOATH C C

WINDOW PROJECTS

ASHBOURNE COMMUNITY SCHOOL

WINDOW PROJECTS

TOTAL MEATH

505,640.63

MONAGHAN

ST LOUIS SS CARRICKMACROSS

ELECTRICAL WORKS

90,229.62

OUR LADYS SEC SCHOOL, CASTLEBLANEY

TOILET FACILITIES

59,256.63

ST MCCARTANS COLLEGE

ELECTRICAL WORKS

70,619.37

MONAGHAN COLLEGIATE, CORLATT

ELECTRICAL WORKS

105,195.72

BEECHILL V S

ROOF WORKS

TOTAL MONAGHAN

325,301.34

OFFALY

SACRED HEART SECONDARY SCHOOL, TULLAMORE

MECHANICAL WORKS

80,528.25

KILCORMAC VOCATIONAL SCHOOL

WINDOW PROJECTS

CLARA V S

TOILET FACILITIES

32,083.91

ST BRENDANS C S BIRR

GAS WORKS

40,526.22

TOTAL OFFALY

153,138.38

ROSCOMMON

CBS ROSCOMMON

ROOF WORKS

71,767.50

CASTLEREA C.S.

TOILET FACILITIES

TOTAL ROSCOMMON

71,767.50

SLIGO

ST MARYS COLLEGE, BALLYSADARE

ROOF WORKS

40,438.19

COLAISTE MHUIRE, BALLYMOTE

MECHANICAL WORKS

80,357.35

SUMMERHILL COLLEGE, SLIGO

ROOF WORKS

CORRAN COLLEGE, BALLYMOTE

WINDOW PROJECTS

36,810.62

COOLA V.S., SOOEY, VIA BOYLE

MECHANICAL WORKS

38,366.30

EASKEY C S

ROOF WORKS

17,796.80

GRANGE C C

WINDOW PROJECTS

10,778.26

BALLINODE COLLEGE

TOILET FACILITIES

TOTAL SLIGO

224,547.52

TIPPERARY

ST JOSEPH’S COLLEGE

MECHANICAL WORKS

73,782.23

CBS MOUNT ST NICHOLAS

WINDOW PROJECTS

SCOIL MHUIRE CARRICK ON SUIR

ROOF WORKS

CBS NENAGH

ROOF WORKS

220,500.00

CBS SECONDARY SCHOOL

TOILET FACILITIES

THE ABBEY SCHOOL

WINDOW PROJECTS

COMERAGH COLLEGE

MECHANICAL WORKS

C T I CLONMEL

WINDOW PROJECTS

SCOIL RUAIN

WINDOW PROJECTS

23,240.00

NEWPORT V S

MECHANICAL WORKS

67,114.53

ST SHEELANS TEMPLEMORE

TOILET FACILITIES

TIPPERARY TOWN VS

MECHANICAL WORKS

CAHIR COMMUNITY COLLEGE

MECHANICAL WORKS

ROSCREA COMMUNITY COLLEGE

WINDOW PROJECTS

TOTAL TIPPERARY

384,636.76

WATERFORD

CBS DUNGARVAN

ROOF WORKS

78,367.49

ARD SCOIL NA NDEISE

WINDOW PROJECTS

94,260.45

CBS SECONDARY SCHOOL SION HILL

ELECTRICAL WORKS

202,171.48

DE LA SALLE COLLEGE NEWTOWN

WINDOW PROJECTS

382,536.51

ST ANGELAS COLLEGE

MECHANICAL WORKS

127,629.68

ST ANGELAS COLLEGE

ROOF WORKS

NEWTOWN SCHOOL

MECHANICAL WORKS

DUNGARVAN TECHNICAL INSTITUTE

ROOF WORKS

ST DECLANS KILMACTHOMAS

TOILET FACILITIES

RING V S

MECHANICAL WORKS

TOTAL WATERFORD

884,965.61

WESTMEATH

COLAISTE MHUIRE

SPECIAL NEEDS FACILITIES

LORETO COLLEGE MULLINGAR

ROOF WORKS

WILSON’S HOSPITAL

MECHANICAL WORKS

145,634.57

COLUMBA COLLEGE

WINDOW PROJECTS

33,389.59

MULLINGAR COMMUNITY COLLEGE

MECHANICAL WORKS

TOTAL WESTMEATH

179,024.16

WEXFORD

FCJ BUNCLODY

MECHANICAL WORKS

142,018.40

COLAISTE BRIDE ENNISCORTHY

ROOF WORKS

GOOD COUNSEL COLLEGE

ROOF WORKS

OUR LADY OF LOURDES

ELECTRICAL WORKS

OUR LADY OF LOURDES

ROOF WORKS

LORETO S.S. SPAWELL RD

MECHANICAL WORKS

PRESENTATION SECONDARY SCHOOL, GROGAN’S ROAD

ELECTRICAL WORKS

82,959.29

BRIDGETOWN VS

TOILET FACILITIES

46,550.00

KILMUCKRIDGE C C

WINDOW PROJECTS

TOTAL WEXFORD

271,527.69

WICKLOW

ST KEVIN’S CBS, ARKLOW

WINDOW PROJECTS

50,011.08

ST MARYS COLLEGE, ARKLOW

ROOF WORKS

180,311.64

LORETO SECONDARY SCHOOL, BRAY

WINDOW PROJECTS

ST DAVIDS, GREYSTONES

ELECTRICAL WORKS

DOMINICAN COLLEGE

ROOF WORKS

ARKLOW V.S.

ROOF WORKS

88,519.61

BLESSINGTON COMMUNITY COLLEGE

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

TOTAL WICKLOW

318,842.33

TOTAL POST PRIMARY SCHOOLS

TOTAL POST PRIMARY SCHOOLS

13,211,808.79

Schools on site

Schools complete

Schools non-Start

Schools amalgamated

Schools with overspend

Total Schools

2011 Emergency WorksPrimary Schools

COUNTY / SCHOOL

PROJECT APPLICATION

ACTUAL AMOUNT PAID 2011

CARLOW

NEWTOWN DUNLECKNEY MXD

MECHANICAL WORKS

11,200.00

FR CULLEN MEMORIAL NS

PROJECTS-SPECIAL NEEDS FACILITIES

17,630.90

SCOIL PADRAIG NAOFA

ROOF WORKS

7,597.00

ST LASERIANS MXD NS

PROJECTS-SPECIAL NEEDS FACILITIES

TOTAL CARLOW

36,427.90

CAVAN

S N BHAILE AN AIRIDH

MECHANICAL WORKS

TOTAL CAVAN

CLARE

MULLAGH NS

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

KILKISHEN NS

PROJECTS-SPECIAL NEEDS FACILITIES

ENNIS NS

OTHER STRUCTURAL IMPROVEMENTS

28,906.50

ENNIS NS

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

COORACLARE NS

PROJECTS-SPECIAL NEEDS FACILITIES

COORACLARE NS

ROOF WORKS

ST SENANS NS

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

18,729.00

TOTAL CLARE

47,635.50

CORK

BANTEER NS

MECHANICAL WORKS

3,802.25

CLOGHOULA NATIONAL SCHOOL

ROOF WORKS

SCOIL MHUIRE LOURDES CARRIGALINE

MECHANICAL WORKS

SHANBALLY NS

PROJECTS-SPECIAL NEEDS FACILITIES

CONVENT OF MERCY NS

OTHER STRUCTURAL IMPROVEMENTS

KNOCKSKAGH NS

MECHANICAL WORKS

CHURCHTOWN NS

MECHANICAL WORKS

SCOIL NAOMH MHUIRE

PROJECTS-SPECIAL NEEDS FACILITIES

S N AN PHAIRC

ROOF WORKS

SN CILL MHUIRE B

ROOF WORKS

MUIRE GAN SMAL B

PROJECTS-SPECIAL NEEDS FACILITIES

31,117.80

KILMEEN NS

MECHANICAL WORKS

23,100.00

S N BARRA NAOFA BHUACH

ROOF WORKS

37,628.23

BARRYROE NATIONAL SCHOOL

MECHANICAL WORKS

5,884.00

S N SEAN BAILE MOR

PROJECTS-SPECIAL NEEDS FACILITIES

SCOIL BHRIDE

MECHANICAL WORKS

KANTURK B N S

TOILET FACILITIES

15,582.00

S N IOSEF NAOFA

ROOF WORKS

ST MARY’S CENTRAL SCHOOL

PROJECTS-SPECIAL NEEDS FACILITIES

13,882.39

MHUIRE AR CHNOC HAOINE

PROJECTS-SPECIAL NEEDS FACILITIES

33,971.00

TOTAL CORK

164,967.67

DONEGAL

COMHSCOIL CHONMHA SN

PROJECTS-SPECIAL NEEDS FACILITIES

13,674.61

SN ARAINN MHOR 1

MECHANICAL WORKS

13,955.00

KILLYBEGS COMMON NATIONAL SCHOOL 16608G

MECHANICAL WORKS

SCOIL NAOMH MHIN TEINEADH DE

MECHANICAL WORKS

ST. PATRICKS NS

MECHANICAL WORKS

17,663.04

SN AN LEINBH IOSA

ELECTRICAL WORKS

13,796.16

SCOIL ADHAMHNAIN

WINDOW PROJECTS

29,770.00

SCOIL NAISIUNTA RATH MEALLT

MECHANICAL WORKS

32,721.38

TOTAL DONEGAL

121,580.19

DUBLIN

HOWTH RD MXD NS

PROJECTS-SPECIAL NEEDS FACILITIES

14,936.94

SCOIL MOIBHI

MECHANICAL WORKS

10,195.98

SCOIL NA MBRATHAR

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

ST LOUIS INFANT SCHOOL

OTHER STRUCTURAL IMPROVEMENTS

11,717.29

SN MUIRE AN SEAN BAILE

PROJECTS-SPECIAL NEEDS FACILITIES

7,830.63

CILL COSCAIN

MECHANICAL WORKS

1,169.05

GREENLANE NS

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

SCOIL UI CHONAILL

PROJECTS-SPECIAL NEEDS FACILITIES

SCOIL MHUIRE NS

CURRICULAR REQUIREMENTS

5,000.00

MARY QUEEN OF ANGELS 1 NS

MECHANICAL WORKS

41,240.88

KILTERNAN NS

MECHANICAL WORKS

ST BRIGIDS BNS

OTHER STRUCTURAL IMPROVEMENTS

21,000.00

SCOIL EOIN

MECHANICAL WORKS

SCOIL COLMCILLE SNR

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

7,319.75

BELGARD HEIGHTS NS

ROOF WORKS

27,705.73

SCOIL N AN CROI RO NAOFA

MECHANICAL WORKS

DIVINE WORD NATIONAL SCHOOL

PROJECTS-SPECIAL NEEDS FACILITIES

49,700.00

POPE JOHN PAUL 2 SCHOOL

MECHANICAL WORKS

8,435.00

ST COLMCILLE JUN NS

MECHANICAL WORKS

ST RAPHAELS NS

PROJECTS-SPECIAL NEEDS FACILITIES

SCOIL IOSAGAIN/MHUIRE

OTHER STRUCTURAL IMPROVEMENTS

14,200.00

SCOIL IOSAGAIN/MHUIRE

ROOF WORKS

24,414.86

LADYSWELL NS

MECHANICAL WORKS

SCOIL COLM

ROOF WORKS

HOLY CROSS NS

OTHER STRUCTURAL IMPROVEMENTS

HAROLDS CROSS NS

OTHER STRUCTURAL IMPROVEMENTS

51,541.43

ST KEVINS NS

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

DUBLIN NORTH CENTRAL EDUCATE TOGETHER

MECHANICAL WORKS

16,639.98

DUBLIN NORTH CENTRAL EDUCATE TOGETHER

ROOF WORKS

RUSH AND LUSK EDUCATE TOGETHER NS

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

TYRRELSTOWN EDUCATE TOGETHER

MECHANICAL WORKS

4,670.52

DAU 2008 SWORDS

MECHANICAL WORKS

6,567.50

HOLY CHILD NATIONAL SCHOOL 20338C

PROJECTS-SPECIAL NEEDS FACILITIES

HOLYWELL ENTS

PROJECTS-SPECIAL NEEDS FACILITIES

TOTAL DUBLIN

337,835.34

GALWAY

ST JOSEPHS BNS

ELECTRICAL WORKS

TULLOKYNE NS

ROOF WORKS

KILCOOLEY NS

OTHER STRUCTURAL IMPROVEMENTS

SCOIL FHURSA

OTHER STRUCTURAL IMPROVEMENTS

S N MUIRE

MECHANICAL WORKS

13,457.55

SN CILLINI DIOMA

PROJECTS-SPECIAL NEEDS FACILITIES

50,290.80

SCOIL NA MBRAITHRE

MECHANICAL WORKS

TOTAL GALWAY

63,748.35

KERRY

ASDEE NS

MECHANICAL WORKS

16,060.00

SCOIL MHUIRE KILLORGLIN NS

MECHANICAL WORKS

31,595.67

DERRYQUAY NS

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

SCOIL NAOMH PADRAIG MEASC

MECHANICAL WORKS

SCOIL NA SRONA

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

MUIRE NA MAINISTREACH

ROOF WORKS

SCOIL NAOMH IOSEF

MECHANICAL WORKS

TARBERT NS

MECHANICAL WORKS

27,132.16

HOLY CROSS MERCY SCHOOL

MECHANICAL WORKS

ST OLIVERS NS

MECHANICAL WORKS

NAGLE RICE PRIMARY SCHOOL

PROJECTS-SPECIAL NEEDS FACILITIES

23,003.11

TOTAL KERRY

97,790.94

KILDARE

SN MHUIRE C

MECHANICAL WORKS

13,900.00

CLOCHA RINCE NS

ROOF WORKS

TOTAL KILDARE

13,900.00

KILKENNY

SEANAN BOYS NATIONAL SCHOOL

MECHANICAL WORKS

ST BRENDANS NS

MECHANICAL WORKS

GOWRAN NS

MECHANICAL WORKS

ST CANICES CO ED.

MECHANICAL WORKS

18,401.80

SN CHOLMCILLE

MECHANICAL WORKS

TOTAL KILKENNY

18,401.80

LAOIS

SHANGANMORE NS

PROJECTS-SPECIAL NEEDS FACILITIES

23,970.83

SCOIL NAISIUNTA MOLAISE

PROJECTS-SPECIAL NEEDS FACILITIES

TOTAL LAOIS

23,970.83

LEITRIM

MARIST GNS

PROJECTS-SPECIAL NEEDS FACILITIES

ST BRIGIDS NATIONAL SCHOOL

ROOF WORKS

ACHADH NA SILEANN

PROJECTS-SPECIAL NEEDS FACILITIES

DRUMSHAMBO CENTRAL

PROJECTS-SPECIAL NEEDS FACILITIES

SN MUIRE NA TOIRBHIRTE

MECHANICAL WORKS

6,903.25

TOTAL LEITRIM

6,903.25

LIMERICK

TEMPLEGLANTINE NS

MECHANICAL WORKS

8,352.05

SCOIL NAIS

MECHANICAL WORKS

SCOIL BAILE AN AIRD

MECHANICAL WORKS

QUEEN OF THE PEACE NS

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

TOTAL LIMERICK

8,352.05

LONGFORD

ST MELS NS

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

4,938.05

SCOIL MHUIRE NS

ROOF WORKS

22,462.65

ST MATTHEW’S MIXED NS

MECHANICAL WORKS

82,753.25

TOTAL LONGFORD

110,153.95

LOUTH

ST BRIGHIDS SPECIAL SCHOOL

PROJECTS-SPECIAL NEEDS FACILITIES

REALT NA MARA

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

17,017.00

TOTAL LOUTH

17,017.00

MAYO

ST JOSEPHS NATIONAL SCHOOL

MECHANICAL WORKS

5,615.00

MEELICKMORE N S

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

BARNATRA NS

OTHER STRUCTURAL IMPROVEMENTS

31,392.00

PULLATHOMAS NS

OTHER STRUCTURAL IMPROVEMENTS

11,395.50

MYNA NS

ELECTRICAL WORKS

12,409.15

ST. PAUL’S NS

PROJECTS-SPECIAL NEEDS FACILITIES

QUIGNAMANGER NS

PROJECTS-SPECIAL NEEDS FACILITIES

33,153.90

MUIRE GAN SMAL CONVENT PRIMARY SCHOOL

PROJECTS-SPECIAL NEEDS FACILITIES

ST PATRICKS NS CASTLEBAR

PROJECTS-SPECIAL NEEDS FACILITIES

69,222.16

TOTAL MAYO

163,187.71

MEATH

MERCY CONVENT

ROOF WORKS

SCOIL CAITRIONA NAOFA

MECHANICAL WORKS

17,258.59

ST ULTANS SPECIAL SCHOOL

PROJECTS-SPECIAL NEEDS FACILITIES

CASTLEJORDAN NS

PROJECTS-SPECIAL NEEDS FACILITIES

10,490.90

DUNBOYNE SENIOR NS

ROOF WORKS

86,291.11

TOTAL MEATH

114,040.60

MONAGHAN

ST JOSEPHS NS

PROJECTS-SPECIAL NEEDS FACILITIES

37,898.62

TOTAL MONAGHAN

37,898.62

OFFALY

ST PATRICKS BNS

OTHER STRUCTURAL IMPROVEMENTS

COOLDERRY CENTRAL NS

ROOF WORKS

TOTAL OFFALY

ROSCOMMON

AUGHRIM NS

OTHER STRUCTURAL IMPROVEMENTS

14,392.88

GRANLAHAN NATIONAL SCHOOL

ROOF WORKS

26,197.19

STROKESTOWN CON NS

MECHANICAL WORKS

10,201.69

TOTAL ROSCOMMON

50,791.76

SLIGO

ARDKEERAN NS

PROJECTS-SPECIAL NEEDS FACILITIES

22,639.07

SN MULLACH RUA

PROJECTS-SPECIAL NEEDS FACILITIES

ST JOSEPHS SPEC SCHOOL

OTHER STRUCTURAL IMPROVEMENTS

TOTAL SLIGO

22,639.07

TIPPERARY

BALLYDREHID NATIONAL SCHOOL

MECHANICAL WORKS

PRESENTATION PRIMARY SCHOOL

MECHANICAL WORKS

SN MUIRE NA NAINGEAL

MECHANICAL WORKS

37,985.02

ROSCREA NO 2 NS

ELECTRICAL WORKS

6,384.37

ST MARYS JNR BNS

PROJECTS-SPECIAL NEEDS FACILITIES

12,000.00

TIPPERARY GIRLS NS

PROJECTS-SPECIAL NEEDS FACILITIES

BIRDHILL NS

MECHANICAL WORKS

SCOIL NAISIUNTA GORT NA HUAIGHE

MECHANICAL WORKS

20,692.00

GAELSCOIL CHLUAIN MEALA

TOILET FACILITIES

S N IOSEF NAOFA

TOILET FACILITIES

CLONOULTY CENTRAL NS

MECHANICAL WORKS

29,047.90

TOTAL TIPPERARY

106,109.29

WATERFORD

SN URSULA NAOFA

PROJECTS-SPECIAL NEEDS FACILITIES

BALLYDUFF B2 NS

PROJECTS-SPECIAL NEEDS FACILITIES

41,783.53

ST MARYS TOURANEENA NATIONAL SCHOOL

MECHANICAL WORKS

20,969.00

S N AN CHLAIS MHOR

ROOF WORKS

ST MARYS NS

MECHANICAL WORKS

ST MARTINS SCHOOL

ROOF WORKS

34,338.46

SCOIL NAISIUMTA NA TOIRBHIRTE

MECHANICAL WORKS

23,400.00

TOTAL WATERFORD

120,490.99

WESTMEATH

BRIDESWELL NS

MECHANICAL WORKS

CLONBONNY NS

ROOF WORKS

SCOIL NA MAIGHDINE MHUIRE

PROJECTS-SPECIAL NEEDS FACILITIES

83,187.20

ST BAOITHINS NS

MECHANICAL WORKS

36,225.00

SN PHOIL NAOFA

MECHANICAL WORKS

GAEL SCOIL MULLINGAR

PROJECTS-SPECIAL NEEDS FACILITIES

TOTAL WESTMEATH

119,412.20

WICKLOW

NUNS CROSS NS

OTHER STRUCTURAL IMPROVEMENTS

NUNS CROSS NS

CURRICULAR REQUIREMENTS

5,000.00

GLENEALY 1 NS

OTHER STRUCTURAL IMPROVEMENTS

CRONAN NAOFA NS

PROJECTS-SPECIAL NEEDS FACILITIES

GREYSTONES NS

ROOF WORKS

TOTAL WICKLOW

5,000.00

TOTAL ’0000000000

1,808,255.01

TOTAL PRIMARY SCHOOLS

1,808,255.01

SWS 2010 Primary Schools

COUNTY / SCHOOL

PROJECT APPLICATION

TOTAL PAID

CARLOW

BORRIS MXD NS

ROOF WORKS

251,113.25

RATHOE NS

TOILET FACILITIES

68,200.00

ST MARY’S NS

TOILET FACILITIES

31,900.00

ST BRIDGETS MONASTERY

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

193,379.00

TULLOW NS

MECHANICAL WORKS

156,654.42

ST COLUMBAS NS

ELECTRICAL WORKS

64,328.87

MONASTERY BOYS SCHOOL

ROOF WORKS

250,559.94

BISHOP FOLEY MEMORIAL SCHOOL

WINDOW PROJECTS

S N NMH FHINGIN

MECHANICAL WORKS

52,757.00

ST JOSEPHS NS

MECHANICAL WORKS

52,138.83

Scoil Nais Mhichil

ELECTRICAL WORKS

48,239.16

S N CLUAIN NA GALL

WINDOW PROJECTS

33,400.00

SCOIL PADRAIG NAOFA

MECHANICAL WORKS

106,801.95

BALLINABRANNA MXD NS

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

28,637.99

QUEEN OF UNIVERSE NS

ROOF WORKS

75,341.00

ST JOSEPH’S BNS

PROJECTS-SPECIAL NEEDS FACILITIES

22,900.00

SCOIL NAISIUNTA NAOMH PADRAIG

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

48,011.32

HOLY FAMILY GNS

TOILET FACILITIES

88,894.00

ST LASERIANS MXD NS

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

48,052.00

TOTAL CARLOW

1,621,308.73

CAVAN

SCOIL MHUIRE NS

TOILET FACILITIES

32,690.75

ST CLARES NS

ROOF WORKS

119,976.87

CORLISS NS

ROOF WORKS

15,400.00

CAVAN NO 1 SCHOOL

OTHER STRUCTURAL IMPROVEMENTS

21,580.00

FARNHAM NS

ROOF WORKS

63,297.20

KILGARRY N S

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

162,500.00

ST MARYS NATIONAL SCHOOL

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

30,272.00

BALLYCONNELL MXD NS

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

35,800.00

SCOIL BHRIDE

ELECTRICAL WORKS

115,257.00

DRUNG 1 NS

WINDOW PROJECTS

21,579.00

SCOIL NAISIUNTA CNOC RUA

MECHANICAL WORKS

46,796.10

ST FELIMS NS

OTHER STRUCTURAL IMPROVEMENTS

29,000.00

CNOC AN TEAMPAILL

WINDOW PROJECTS

39,090.00

SN DROM CNAMH

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

12,600.00

BAILIEBORO NS

WINDOW PROJECTS

79,850.00

SN MHUIRE

ROOF WORKS

16,184.00

S N CILLIN

WINDOW PROJECTS

26,000.00

S N LEITIR

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

20,670.00

CARRIGABRUISE NS

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

52,900.00

DRUMKILLY NS

ELECTRICAL WORKS

22,762.93

KILMORE CENTRAL NS

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

39,980.80

BUTLERSBRIDGE NS

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

61,792.45

MULLAHORAN CENTRAL NS

TOILET FACILITIES

48,315.29

S N BHAILE AN AIRIDH

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

134,810.03

CABRA CENTRAL NATIONAL SCHOOL

TOILET FACILITIES

61,792.45

ST PATRICKS

WINDOW PROJECTS

25,293.75

ST AIDAN’S NATIONAL SCHOOL

WINDOW PROJECTS

55,911.25

ST JOSEPHS NS

WINDOW PROJECTS

20,000.00

ST MICHAELS NATIONAL SCHOOL

TOILET FACILITIES

221,160.00

TOTAL CAVAN

1,633,261.87

CLARE

CRATLOE NS

MECHANICAL WORKS

34,948.71

HOLY FAMILY SCHOOLS

TOILET FACILITIES

20,534.56

ROCKMOUNT MIXED NS

ROOF WORKS

36,200.00

S N NA CORADH

MECHANICAL WORKS

65,370.00

TUBBER NATIONAL SCHOOL

ROOF WORKS

19,543.79

CLOHANBEG NS

ELECTRICAL WORKS

34,850.00

SCOIL NAISIUNTA PADRAIG NAOFA FANOIR

TOILET FACILITIES

32,300.00

CLOHANES NS

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

7,616.54

KILMURRAY NS

TOILET FACILITIES

4,200.00

KILMALEY NS

ROOF WORKS

29,500.00

SN MHAINISTIR CHUNCHE

MECHANICAL WORKS

57,338.19

BAREFIELD NS

WINDOW PROJECTS

28,051.98

ANNAGH NATIONAL SCHOOL

WINDOW PROJECTS

22,498.00

CAHERMURPHY NATIONAL SCHOOL

OTHER STRUCTURAL IMPROVEMENTS

16,814.07

STONEHALL NS

TOILET FACILITIES

30,210.90

KILLALOE BNS

WINDOW PROJECTS

44,083.00

INCH NATIONAL SCHOOL

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

25,837.50

CBS PRIMARY SCHOOL

ROOF WORKS

88,734.00

SHRAGH NS

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

15,436.00

SN AN PHAIRTIN MIXED

WINDOW PROJECTS

91,735.87

SCOIL COLM CILLE

OTHER STRUCTURAL IMPROVEMENTS

15,898.00

KNOCKANEAN NS

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

55,484.80

BALLYVAUGHAN NS

ROOF WORKS

13,662.51

COORACLARE NS

PROJECTS-SPECIAL NEEDS FACILITIES

59,029.80

KILNABOY NATIONAL SCHOOL

TOILET FACILITIES

23,007.00

HOLY FAMILY JUNIOR SCHOOL

WINDOW PROJECTS

29,808.94

ST MARYS NATIONAL SCHOOL

OTHER STRUCTURAL IMPROVEMENTS

8,354.83

SCOIL IOSEF NAOFA

TOILET FACILITIES

43,349.28

LISCANNOR NS

ROOF WORKS

24,815.00

S N BAILE AN DROICHID

WINDOW PROJECTS

44,485.65

BALLYCAR NS

WINDOW PROJECTS

5,832.96

SN CATHAIR AODHA

TOILET FACILITIES

54,021.95

LISSYCASEY NS

WINDOW PROJECTS

17,564.91

SN MA SHEASTA

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

130,622.15

SHANNON AIRPORT NO 2 NS

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

26,419.87

NEW QUAY NATIONAL SCHOOL

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

53,701.81

FLAGMOUNT CENTRAL NS

MECHANICAL WORKS

10,000.00

CRUSHEEN NS

MECHANICAL WORKS

11,349.45

ST ENDAS NS

ROOF WORKS

37,500.00

ST MOCHULLAS NS

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

19,701.17

NEWMARKET-ON-FERGUS NS

ELECTRICAL WORKS

134,152.54

ST FACHNAN & ST ATTRACTAS NS

WINDOW PROJECTS

33,000.00

TOTAL CLARE

1,557,565.73

CORK

BALLINSPITTLE NS

WINDOW PROJECTS

29,688.00

MIDLETON CONVENT NS

MECHANICAL WORKS

140,000.00

FIRMOUNT NS

WINDOW PROJECTS

21,676.20

SCOIL NAISIUNTA UI LIATHAIN

TOILET FACILITIES

73,731.92

PRESENTATION N S

TOILET FACILITIES

66,977.25

ST COLMANS NS

ROOF WORKS

225,489.75

S N SEAN BAILE MOR

OTHER STRUCTURAL IMPROVEMENTS

26,009.57

LEAMLARA MIXED NS

WINDOW PROJECTS

19,607.00

S N CNOC AN BHILE

ROOF WORKS

4,153.50

SCOIL NAOMH EOIN

ELECTRICAL WORKS

60,587.88

CONVENT OF MERCY

WINDOW PROJECTS

BALLYHASS NS

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

LARAGH NS

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

32,451.71

DOUGLAS GNS

ELECTRICAL WORKS

113,000.00

DROMAHANE NS

ROOF WORKS

16,377.25

CLOGHROE NS

WINDOW PROJECTS

19,507.18

KILCORNEY MIXED NATIONAL SCHOOL

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

6,285.65

CLOGHOULA NATIONAL SCHOOL

WINDOW PROJECTS

9,175.25

BANTRY 3 NS

TOILET FACILITIES

98,250.00

SOUTH ABBEY NS

WINDOW PROJECTS

605.00

COBH NS

WINDOW PROJECTS

26,520.01

SN CILL MHIC ABHAIDH

WINDOW PROJECTS

76,261.70

WHITEGATE (MXD) NS

MECHANICAL WORKS

22,440.00

ST JOHN THE BAPTIST NS

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

27,822.70

ARDFIELD NS

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

30,000.00

SN NAONH ANTAINE

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

30,888.00

CURRAGLASS NS

ROOF WORKS

25,000.00

RUSHEEN NS

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

35,910.00

ST JOSPEHS CONVENT NS

WINDOW PROJECTS

39,766.00

DROMORE NATIONAL SCHOOL

MECHANICAL WORKS

66,947.05

SCOIL BHRIDE

TOILET FACILITIES

39,200.00

DERRINACAHARA N.S.

OTHER STRUCTURAL IMPROVEMENTS

CASTLEMARTYR NS

MECHANICAL WORKS

187,740.00

ST LUKES NS

WINDOW PROJECTS

16,359.00

ST MARYS NS

TOILET FACILITIES

14,580.00

SCOIL MHUIRE NAIONAIN DUNMANWAY

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

24,763.28

GLEANNA MAGHAIR IOCHTARAIGH

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

SHANBALLY NS

ROOF WORKS

54,269.34

SCOIL BHRIDE

OTHER STRUCTURAL IMPROVEMENTS

10,943.25

SN B TOGHER CORK

TOILET FACILITIES

73,693.78

SCOIL NAOMH MHUIRE

ROOF WORKS

37,311.92

SN BAILE DEASMUMHAN

OTHER STRUCTURAL IMPROVEMENTS

190,265.86

CASTLETOWNROCHE NS

ELECTRICAL WORKS

104,741.70

KILBRITTAIN MIXED NS

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

19,068.00

NAOMH EOIN EASPAL

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

46,600.00

SCOIL BHRIDE

ROOF WORKS

49,420.00

DERRYCREHA NS

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

22,060.09

ABBEYSTREWRY NS

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

106,794.00

ST. MULTOSE NS

ROOF WORKS

51,944.00

SN B BHLARNA

ELECTRICAL WORKS

41,822.50

SN C BHLARNA

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

5,500.00

ST FINBARRS BOYS NS

WINDOW PROJECTS

52,400.00

BALLINGREE MIXED NS

OTHER STRUCTURAL IMPROVEMENTS

26,672.50

SACRED HEART NS

MECHANICAL WORKS

17,476.48

SCOIL GRANGE NS

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

22,940.00

UPPER GLANMIRE NS

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

110,624.11

KEALKIL NS

ROOF WORKS

20,000.00

MITCHELSTOWN CON NS

WINDOW PROJECTS

78,500.00

CONVENT OF MERCY NS

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

7,261.00

KILCOLMAN NS

PROJECTS-SPECIAL NEEDS FACILITIES

18,627.00

WATERGRASSHILL NS

ROOF WORKS

14,960.50

CARRIGBOY NS

ROOF WORKS

21,250.00

SCOIL CHOLMCILLE CBS

WINDOW PROJECTS

59,560.92

SCOIL NA MBRAITHRE

OTHER STRUCTURAL IMPROVEMENTS

150,000.00

SCOIL NA MBRAITHRE

WINDOW PROJECTS

133,659.71

S N PADRAIG NAOFA B

MECHANICAL WORKS

19,570.37

SN MICHEAL NAOFA B

OTHER STRUCTURAL IMPROVEMENTS

22,449.00

SCOIL CHRIOST RI

WINDOW PROJECTS

93,176.39

SN AN CHLOCHAIR KANTURK CONVENT NS

ROOF WORKS

22,485.00

ST MARYS CONVENT G

PROJECTS-SPECIAL NEEDS FACILITIES

45,516.74

S N INIS EOGHANAIN

WINDOW PROJECTS

10,584.00

S N FEARGHAIL NAOFA

MECHANICAL WORKS

117,041.85

SN CILL BONAIN

MECHANICAL WORKS

12,600.00

RATHPEACON NS

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

132,537.72

SCOIL CHILL RHADHAIN

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

11,100.00

S N ATH FHADA

WINDOW PROJECTS

30,786.70

SCOIL NA MBRAITHRE

TOILET FACILITIES

138,984.48

SCOIL NAOMH MHUIRE

ROOF WORKS

210,700.53

S N AN PHAIRC

TOILET FACILITIES

12,679.66

KNOCKNAMANAGH NS

TOILET FACILITIES

62,081.50

SCOIL MHUIRE

MECHANICAL WORKS

29,297.53

SN MOING NA MIOL

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

12,650.00

SHANAGARRY NS

WINDOW PROJECTS

16,179.00

MUIRE GAN SMAL

ROOF WORKS

49,500.00

SN CILL MHUIRE B

ELECTRICAL WORKS

40,624.36

GURRANE NS

WINDOW PROJECTS

15,578.65

SN GLEANNAMHAIN

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

74,966.50

OUR LADY OF GOOD COUNSEL SPECIAL SCHOOL

TOILET FACILITIES

79,017.50

MARIA ASSUMPTA SENIOR GIRLS SCHOOL

TOILET FACILITIES

54,186.60

SCOIL MHUIRE BROADFORD NS

ELECTRICAL WORKS

84,544.27

BALLYGOWN NS

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

98,419.00

KINSALEBEG NS

TOILET FACILITIES

18,580.00

IOSEF NAOFA

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

16,800.00

BALLINORA NS

WINDOW PROJECTS

11,510.00

SN DROICHEAD NA BANDAN

ELECTRICAL WORKS

73,802.15

SN CLOGACH

TOILET FACILITIES

48,940.62

SCOIL NAISIUNTA MUIRE NA DOIRINI

OTHER STRUCTURAL IMPROVEMENTS

130,047.84

BALLYNOE NS

TOILET FACILITIES

49,480.00

LITTLE ISLAND N S

TOILET FACILITIES

35,808.19

SN CARRAIG UI LEIGHIN

ROOF WORKS

232,424.56

S N CNOC NA CROIGHE

TOILET FACILITIES

29,940.97

EGLANTINE SCHOOL

MECHANICAL WORKS

30,144.00

SCOIL AN ATHAR MAITIU

WINDOW PROJECTS

75,000.00

INCH NS

OTHER STRUCTURAL IMPROVEMENTS

3,921.00

SCOIL MHUIRE BANRION

PROJECTS-SPECIAL NEEDS FACILITIES

101,178.63

SCOIL NA MBRAITHRE

MECHANICAL WORKS

12,250.00

S N FIONAN NA REANNA

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

18,760.00

SCOIL IOSAGAIN NS

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

45,338.77

SN BARRA NAOFA CAILINI

PROJECTS-SPECIAL NEEDS FACILITIES

3,543.80

KILCREDAN NS

ELECTRICAL WORKS

58,750.00

SCOIL MHUIRE

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

9,161.25

ST. MARK’S SCHOOL

TOILET FACILITIES

75,000.00

SN BHREANNDAIN C

ROOF WORKS

170,000.00

CAHERAGH NS

ROOF WORKS

53,499.88

SCOIL NAOMH THERESE

ROOF WORKS

159,719.35

ST MARY’S CENTRAL SCHOOL

MECHANICAL WORKS

227,065.90

MHUIRE AR CHNOC HAOINE

MECHANICAL WORKS

42,550.00

SCOIL OILIBHEIR NS

MECHANICAL WORKS

119,660.61

ST MARYS SPECIAL SCH

WINDOW PROJECTS

26,500.00

SCOIL TREIST

ROOF WORKS

150,728.60

SCOIL BARRA

ELECTRICAL WORKS

173,095.00

ST KEVINS SCHOOL

ELECTRICAL WORKS

175,689.67

DRIMOLEAGUE NS

ROOF WORKS

15,400.00

GAELSCOIL DE HIDE

WINDOW PROJECTS

33,248.15

GAELSCOIL MHACHAN

WINDOW PROJECTS

53,766.78

DRINAGH MIXED NS

TOILET FACILITIES

73,830.73

SCOIL NA MBUACHAILLI

WINDOW PROJECTS

41,862.33

BUN SCOIL MUIRE

MECHANICAL WORKS

340,420.55

RINGASKIDDY

WINDOW PROJECTS

8,541.18

SCOIL MHUIRE FATIMA

OTHER STRUCTURAL IMPROVEMENTS

26,922.23

TOTAL CORK

7,646,277.60

DONEGAL

LOWER ILLIES NS

ROOF WORKS

18,700.00

SN AN CHEIDIDH

ROOF WORKS

50,000.00

ST FRANCIS’ NS

WINDOW PROJECTS

48,137.80

KILBARRON NATIONAL SCHOOL

WINDOW PROJECTS

10,855.00

GARTAN NS

WINDOW PROJECTS

28,521.25

S N TEARMANN

WINDOW PROJECTS

67,072.50

SCOIL MHUIRE DOIRE BEAGA

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

51,462.00

CASTLEFIN 1 BNS

TOILET FACILITIES

59,300.00

CASHELSHANAGHAN NS

OTHER STRUCTURAL IMPROVEMENTS

18,450.00

STRANMORE NS

MECHANICAL WORKS

73,802.00

SN ARAINN MHOR 1

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

82,000.00

St Patrick’s NS

ROOF WORKS

67,727.96

SN BAILE NUA AN PHOBAIL

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

44,079.00

ST BRIGIDS NS

MECHANICAL WORKS

32,981.39

S N GARBHAIN SATHLOIR

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

29,950.00

S N AN BHREACAIGH

OTHER STRUCTURAL IMPROVEMENTS

56,570.81

SCOIL NAOMH MHUIRE

OTHER STRUCTURAL IMPROVEMENTS

23,045.00

CLOONTAGH NS

PROJECTS-SPECIAL NEEDS FACILITIES

17,975.00

SN DOMHNACH MOR

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

30,340.00

SN GLEANN COIMHEAD

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

9,522.00

SEASSIAGHONEILL NS

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

24,700.00

S N FHIONNAIN

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

14,179.00

SCOIL ADHAMHNAIN

ROOF WORKS

47,765.00

ST MARYS NS

ROOF WORKS

25,760.99

SN MHUIRE GAN SMAL

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

79,943.21

ST PETERS NS

WINDOW PROJECTS

19,674.00

SN MUIRE GAN SMAL

ROOF WORKS

14,200.00

SN DUN CEANNFHAOLAIDH

TOILET FACILITIES

14,158.00

SCOIL NAOMH MHUIRE

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

27,370.00

SCOIL NAISIUNTA AN CHAISEAL

WINDOW PROJECTS

11,400.00

ROBERSTONS NS

ROOF WORKS

27,900.00

SCOIL BHRIDE

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

14,350.00

SCOIL CHOLMCILLE

WINDOW PROJECTS

30,751.00

CRANNFORD NATIONAL SCHOOL

WINDOW PROJECTS

48,767.00

ST AENGUES NS

TOILET FACILITIES

37,500.00

ST BERNADETTE’S SPECIAL SCHOOL

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

44,572.00

SN CHILL CHARTAIGH

MECHANICAL WORKS

7,920.00

ST MACARTANS CENTRAL

ROOF WORKS

7,500.00

SCOIL AODH RUA AGUS NUALA

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

24,384.00

TOTAL DONEGAL

1,343,285.91

DUBLIN

LUCAN BNS

WINDOW PROJECTS

124,816.05

LORETO NS

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

47,880.00

ST JAMES CONVENT NS

ROOF WORKS

74,500.00

BALLYROAN BNS

ROOF WORKS

199,530.00

CLOCHAR SAN DOMINIC

MECHANICAL WORKS

111,411.00

GEORGE’S HILL NS

TOILET FACILITIES

124,375.98

ST MARYS BNS

TOILET FACILITIES

91,033.20

GOLDENBRIDGE CONVENT

ROOF WORKS

88,354.31

BURROW NS

TOILET FACILITIES

145,231.22

ST JOSEPH’S BNS

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

15,500.00

ST PATRICKS NS

ELECTRICAL WORKS

50,514.33

ST ANDREWS NS

MECHANICAL WORKS

2,724.00

SCOIL MHUIRE

WINDOW PROJECTS

141,112.63

GARDINER STREET CONVENT

WINDOW PROJECTS

227,563.00

KILDARE PLACE NS

MECHANICAL WORKS

261,000.00

HOLY FAMILY NS RATHCOOLE

WINDOW PROJECTS

130,750.00

PRESENTATION PRIMARY SCHOOL

ROOF WORKS

257,889.56

HOWTH RD MXD NS

WINDOW PROJECTS

32,573.20

ST COLUMBAS NS MXD

ELECTRICAL WORKS

85,226.80

CARYSFORT NS

WINDOW PROJECTS

91,332.69

RATHGAR NS MXD

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

4,000.00

S N NAOMH PADRAIGH

TOILET FACILITIES

43,691.00

ST VINCENTS INF BOYS

OTHER STRUCTURAL IMPROVEMENTS

211,395.21

LINDSAY ROAD NATIONAL SCHOOL 16177F

ROOF WORKS

105,117.56

ST BRIGIDS BOYS NS

OTHER STRUCTURAL IMPROVEMENTS

277,259.00

ST BRIGIDS GIRLS NS

OTHER STRUCTURAL IMPROVEMENTS

97,557.50

ST BRIGIDS CONVENT NS

ROOF WORKS

5,420.39

ST CLARES CONVENT NS

MECHANICAL WORKS

33,400.00

ST COLUMBAS CON G&I

ROOF WORKS

45,350.00

SCOIL NA MBRATHAR

MECHANICAL WORKS

178,872.87

ST BRIGIDS

MECHANICAL WORKS

91,848.00

ST JOSEPHS SCHOOL

ROOF WORKS

81,472.53

SCOIL NAISIUNTA

MECHANICAL WORKS

23,025.00

CHRIST THE KING BNS

OTHER STRUCTURAL IMPROVEMENTS

16,960.00

CHRIST THE KING GNS

TOILET FACILITIES

60,308.53

CLOCHAR LUGHAIDH CAILIN

ROOF WORKS

175,120.00

ST LOUIS INFANT SCHOOL

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

100,000.00

SAN UINSIONN CBS

MECHANICAL WORKS

151,413.90

SN MUIRE AN SEAN BAILE

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

52,538.76

LARKHILL SCHOOL

WINDOW PROJECTS

232,018.25

OUR LADY OF GOOD COUNSEL GIRLS SCHOOL

MECHANICAL WORKS

57,383.00

MUIRE NA DEA COIRLE INFANTS NS

MECHANICAL WORKS

57,383.00

CHRIST THE KING

TOILET FACILITIES

ST FINBARS NS

OTHER STRUCTURAL IMPROVEMENTS

153,569.42

ST RAPHAELAS NS

TOILET FACILITIES

79,484.60

SCOIL IOSAGAIN

MECHANICAL WORKS

265,671.80

SCOIL MHUIRE OG

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

68,495.00

GREENLANE NS

MECHANICAL WORKS

35,270.00

SCOIL CHIARAIN

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

37,000.00

ST NICHOLAS OF MYRA NS

WINDOW PROJECTS

19,029.75

SCOIL UI CHONAILL

ELECTRICAL WORKS

215,625.00

ST SYLVESTERS INFANT SCHOOL

MECHANICAL WORKS

127,135.00

SCOIL MAISIUNTA BHAILE EAMOINN

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

2,200.00

SCOIL CAOIMHIN NAOFA

ROOF WORKS

273,465.72

CL SCOIL M NA TROCAIRE

OTHER STRUCTURAL IMPROVEMENTS

32,863.11

ST MICHAELS SPEC SCH

TOILET FACILITIES

122,870.95

SCOIL ASSAIM B

WINDOW PROJECTS

194,208.24

SCOIL AINE

WINDOW PROJECTS

121,606.49

NAI SCOIL IDE

ROOF WORKS

160,134.00

GLEN NA SMOL NS

WINDOW PROJECTS

8,789.00

SCOIL MHUIRE NS

WINDOW PROJECTS

142,500.00

SCOIL NAISIUNTA NAOMH FEARGAL

MECHANICAL WORKS

237,287.31

SN MUIRE NA FREASTOGALA

MECHANICAL WORKS

107,928.68

OUR LADY ASSUMPTION BNS

MECHANICAL WORKS

107,928.68

CENTRAL REMEDIAL CLINIC

WINDOW PROJECTS

384,137.00

SCOIL LORCAIN B

MECHANICAL WORKS

188,297.53

SN LOUISE DE MARILLAC

ROOF WORKS

217,122.70

SCOIL BHRENDAIN

ELECTRICAL WORKS

202,458.41

S N CAITRIONA C

ELECTRICAL WORKS

107,811.55

SCOIL CHAITRIONA INFANTS

ELECTRICAL WORKS

126,311.55

ST MARYS NS

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

36,107.70

SN C NAOMH PADRAIG

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

32,358.77

ST JOSEPHS FOR THE BLIND NS

OTHER STRUCTURAL IMPROVEMENTS

57,712.24

OUR LADY OF ASSUMPTION

MECHANICAL WORKS

107,928.68

SCOIL NA MBRATHAR

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

16,290.56

SCOIL MHUIRE

WINDOW PROJECTS

50,732.00

SN SAN TREASA

ELECTRICAL WORKS

277,091.37

ST CANICES GNS

PROJECTS-SPECIAL NEEDS FACILITIES

53,500.00

KILTERNAN NS

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

253,622.38

SN BRIGHDE

ROOF WORKS

BAINRION NA NAINGAL 2

ELECTRICAL WORKS

170,198.17

BENINCASA SPECIAL SCHOOL

WINDOW PROJECTS

ST PETERS SPECIAL SCHOOL

MECHANICAL WORKS

199,750.00

BANTIARNA NA MBUANNA B

MECHANICAL WORKS

181,870.00

ST COLMCILLE’S BNS

ROOF WORKS

84,820.85

ST COLMCILLES NS

MECHANICAL WORKS

202,425.70

ST JOHN THE BAPTIST SENIOR AND JUNIOR BOYS SCHOOL

WINDOW PROJECTS

190,773.90

LORETO NS

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

52,605.00

SCOIL NAOMH PADARIG

TOILET FACILITIES

91,809.09

ST JOHN OF GOD SPECIAL SCHOOL

ROOF WORKS

91,201.05

ST PAULS NS GREENHILLS

WINDOW PROJECTS

174,935.79

HOLY SPIRIT B N S

TOILET FACILITIES

103,878.77

HOLY SPIRIT NS

TOILET FACILITIES

100,345.26

SCOIL IDE

WINDOW PROJECTS

58,777.37

SCOIL PADRAIG NAOFA B

TOILET FACILITIES

251,013.94

ST PATRICKS GNS

ELECTRICAL WORKS

131,547.44

SCOIL FHURSA

ROOF WORKS

49,259.00

VIRGIN MARY NS

WINDOW PROJECTS

284,028.44

VIRGIN MARY SCHOOL

WINDOW PROJECTS

284,028.44

ST BRIGIDS BNS

TOILET FACILITIES

138,187.95

SCOIL NEASAIN

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

20,201.24

BALALLY GIRL’S NS

OTHER STRUCTURAL IMPROVEMENTS

71,549.19

OUR LADY OF GOOD COUNSEL GNS

ELECTRICAL WORKS

100,000.00

SCOIL na nAINGEAL COIMHDEACHTA

PROJECTS-SPECIAL NEEDS FACILITIES

31,412.50

MHUIRE IOSEF JUNIOR

OTHER STRUCTURAL IMPROVEMENTS

18,458.50

SCOIL NA MAIGHDINE MUIRE

ROOF WORKS

162,516.93

HOLY TRINITY SEN NS

ELECTRICAL WORKS

189,910.98

CASA CATERINA SPECIAL

ROOF WORKS

7,588.54

SCOIL AN TSEACHTAR LAOCH

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

43,222.57

SCOIL COLMCILLE SNR

ELECTRICAL WORKS

221,151.91

SCOIL MHUIRE BOYS

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

83,252.71

DARNDALE JNR

WINDOW PROJECTS

133,944.50

ST CRONAN’S JNS

TOILET FACILITIES

150,035.75

ST MAELRUANS JUNIOR NS

ROOF WORKS

31,106.52

NAOMH MAOLRUAIN SNR

WINDOW PROJECTS

178,235.48

ST KEVINS BOYS & GIRLS NS

MECHANICAL WORKS

518,458.75

ST KEVINS GIRLS NS

MECHANICAL WORKS

ST PAULS JUNIOR NS

OTHER STRUCTURAL IMPROVEMENTS

72,217.62

SCOIL BHRIDE

ROOF WORKS

191,052.51

BISHOP GALVIN NS

MECHANICAL WORKS

72,997.26

SCOIL FIACHRA

WINDOW PROJECTS

168,379.53

SCOIL MUIRE NS SHANKILL

WINDOW PROJECTS

108,190.98

SCOIL AENGHUSA JUN NS

TOILET FACILITIES

104,021.15

S N OILIBHEIR

WINDOW PROJECTS

64,260.00

S N MUIRE AGUS IOSEF

OTHER STRUCTURAL IMPROVEMENTS

18,458.50

ST KEVIN’S JUNIOR SCHOOL

MECHANICAL WORKS

62,668.77

SCOIL TREASA

OTHER STRUCTURAL IMPROVEMENTS

152,567.72

OUR LADY QUEEN OF APOSTLES

WINDOW PROJECTS

100,000.00

DIVINE WORD NATIONAL SCHOOL

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

54,472.00

S N AENGHUSA

ROOF WORKS

204,449.96

ST HELENS JUNIOR NATIONAL SCHOOL

TOILET FACILITIES

161,200.00

ST. JOSEPH’S SENIOR NS

MECHANICAL WORKS

123,184.87

GAELSCOIL INSE COR

ELECTRICAL WORKS

7,485.82

PHYSIC HANDICAPPED S SC

MECHANICAL WORKS

49,187.78

ST PHILIPS JNR

WINDOW PROJECTS

203,383.58

SCOIL CHOLMCILLE

TOILET FACILITIES

64,200.73

DALKEY SCHOOL PROJECT

WINDOW PROJECTS

277,765.00

ST MARTIN DE PORRES NS

MECHANICAL WORKS

283,406.00

ST PAULS SEN NS

TOILET FACILITIES

74,836.72

ST PAULS JNR NS

MECHANICAL WORKS

34,825.06

POPE JOHN PAUL 2 SCHOOL

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

18,235.00

ST COLMCILLE JUN NS

ELECTRICAL WORKS

263,199.19

ST PETER APOSTLE SEN NS

MECHANICAL WORKS

176,025.10

BISHOP SHANAHAN NS

ELECTRICAL WORKS

107,675.57

ST GABRIELS NS

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

107,819.21

ST MICHAELS PRIMARY SCHOOL

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

99,614.96

ST RAPHAELS NS

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

99,614.96

LADY OF GOOD COUNSEL NS

MECHANICAL WORKS

57,383.00

ST. THOMAS JUNIOR

ELECTRICAL WORKS

318,101.30

ST ATTRACTAS SNR NS

OTHER STRUCTURAL IMPROVEMENTS

19,255.29

HOLY FAMILY JUNIOR NS

MECHANICAL WORKS

264,145.60

SCOIL AN CHROI RO NAOFA IOSA

TOILET FACILITIES

107,627.00

ST HELENS SENIOR NS

ROOF WORKS

63,903.50

OUR LADY OF WAYSIDE NS

WINDOW PROJECTS

83,426.00

ST THOMAS SCHOOL

MECHANICAL WORKS

73,700.74

SCOIL IOSAGAIN/MHUIRE

MECHANICAL WORKS

106,239.64

ST JOSEPHS MXD NS

TOILET FACILITIES

102,987.41

ST BRIGIDS NS

MECHANICAL WORKS

123,700.10

SACRED HEART NS

ROOF WORKS

47,735.76

ST BRIGIDS/ST AIDANS

MECHANICAL WORKS

130,047.00

HOLY FAMILY NS

ROOF WORKS

150,389.28

BALLYCRAGH NS

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

47,136.50

SCOIL CAITRIONA NA MBRAITHRE

ROOF WORKS

46,397.84

BOOTERSTOWN NS

WINDOW PROJECTS

74,423.62

HOLY CROSS NS

TOILET FACILITIES

33,839.49

GAELSCOIL MOLOGA

WINDOW PROJECTS

42,925.00

ST DAVIDS NS

WINDOW PROJECTS

503,988.99

OUR LADY NS

WINDOW PROJECTS

182,457.88

HAROLDS CROSS NS

TOILET FACILITIES

119,994.54

ST BRIGIDS SNR GNS

ELECTRICAL WORKS

147,295.00

ST JOSEPHS

OTHER STRUCTURAL IMPROVEMENTS

63,950.04

SCOIL NAISIUNTA AN DEA AOIRE

MECHANICAL WORKS

161,814.00

ST DOMINICS N S

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

104,680.29

NORTH BAY NS

MECHANICAL WORKS

13,550.98

ST JOHNS NS BALLYBRACK

WINDOW PROJECTS

55,355.00

ST KEVINS NS

MECHANICAL WORKS

36,858.65

ST AGNES NS

ROOF WORKS

304,563.78

MOTHER OF DIVINE GRACE

TOILET FACILITIES

30,103.00

ST JOSEPHS ADOLESCENT AND FAMILY SERVICE SCHOOL

ELECTRICAL WORKS

97,329.57

ARCHBISHOP MCQUAID NS

WINDOW PROJECTS

93,580.17

GAELSCOIL UI HEARCAIN

PROJECTS-SPECIAL NEEDS FACILITIES

126,671.89

ST BENEDICT’S & ST MARY’S NS

MECHANICAL WORKS

101,500.00

HOLY CHILD NATIONAL SCHOOL 20338C

MECHANICAL WORKS

146,876.96

TOTAL DUBLIN

21,541,230.25

GALWAY

SCOIL CROI IOSA

TOILET FACILITIES

12,460.00

ST JOSEPHS BNS

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

97,976.53

SCOIL AN LINBH IOSA

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

27,314.00

SN AN TSAILEAIN

WINDOW PROJECTS

15,750.59

BAWNMORE NS

WINDOW PROJECTS

18,400.52

SCOIL MHUIRE

WINDOW PROJECTS

34,500.00

SN MUIRE GAN SMAL

WINDOW PROJECTS

17,339.71

S N MHUIRE

OTHER STRUCTURAL IMPROVEMENTS

36,135.00

SCOIL MHUIRE

TOILET FACILITIES

91,417.28

S N EANNA

MECHANICAL WORKS

73,656.00

LURGA NS

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

74,806.00

S N MUIRE

WINDOW PROJECTS

63,289.95

SCOIL NAOMH SHEOSAIMH

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

35,004.90

SCOIL NAISIUNTA LEITIR MUCU

OTHER STRUCTURAL IMPROVEMENTS

102,789.02

SCOIL NAISIUNTA CARNAIN BAILE ATHA ’N RI

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

113,649.75

SCOIL NAISIUNTA PADRAIG NAOFA

TOILET FACILITIES

48,720.41

S N NAOMH PADRAIG

MECHANICAL WORKS

22,572.30

SN PADRAIG NAOFA

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

20,163.00

KILBEACANTY NS

WINDOW PROJECTS

22,750.00

SN ARD

OTHER STRUCTURAL IMPROVEMENTS

61,198.49

AINBHTHIN NAOFA

WINDOW PROJECTS

15,746.40

SCOIL RONAIN

ROOF WORKS

50,792.18

ST BRENDANS CONVENT

WINDOW PROJECTS

30,240.00

SCOIL CHROI NAOFA

ROOF WORKS

88,600.00

PAROCHIAL N S

OTHER STRUCTURAL IMPROVEMENTS

59,602.98

CREGMORE NS

WINDOW PROJECTS

12,287.31

SCOIL FHURSA

WINDOW PROJECTS

52,652.00

SCOIL NAISIUNTA NA CEALL TRAIGHE

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

21,675.00

S N AN LEATH BHAILE

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

35,800.00

SN COLMCILLE NAOFA

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

142,272.92

SCOIL NA MBRAITHRE

TOILET FACILITIES

36,200.00

SCOIL NAISIUNTA CAOMHAIN

MECHANICAL WORKS

10,000.00

LOUGH CUTRA NS

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

61,500.00

SCOIL PADRAIG NAOFA

TOILET FACILITIES

14,662.00

SN AN AILL BHREACH

WINDOW PROJECTS

41,166.50

SCOIL NAISIUNTA LORCAIN NAOFA

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

77,332.00

S N NAOMH CIARAIN

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

22,136.00

KILTIERNAN NS

OTHER STRUCTURAL IMPROVEMENTS

15,500.00

S N TIR AN FHIAIDH

TOILET FACILITIES

22,796.20

SN BRIGHDE NAOFA

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

39,000.00

S N CILL TARTAIN

ROOF WORKS

4,334.93

SN PADRAIG NAOFA

ROOF WORKS

47,975.44

GARBALLY NS

MECHANICAL WORKS

33,826.00

SCOIL BHRIDE

OTHER STRUCTURAL IMPROVEMENTS

9,752.00

BELCLARE NS

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

67,306.67

PRESENTATION CONVENT

WINDOW PROJECTS

8,513.00

ST MARYS NS

ROOF WORKS

29,000.00

SN BAILE AN MHUILINN

WINDOW PROJECTS

36,320.00

SN CHOLMCILLE

ROOF WORKS

2,160.00

SCOIL IDE

MECHANICAL WORKS

42,000.00

SCOIL NAOMH EINDE

ELECTRICAL WORKS

110,000.00

ST JOSEPHS SPECIAL SCHOOL GALWAY

MECHANICAL WORKS

33,000.00

MERVUE BOYS NS

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

169,000.00

MERVUE GIRLS NS

TOILET FACILITIES

200,000.00

DOMINICAN CONVENT

OTHER STRUCTURAL IMPROVEMENTS

127,494.64

CLONBERNE CENTRAL NS

ROOF WORKS

88,408.80

ST OLIVER PLUNKETT NS

ROOF WORKS

27,200.00

SCOIL CHAITRIONA SENIOR

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

131,500.00

SCOIL SHEAMAIS NAOFA

CURRICULAR REQUIREMENTS

29,868.00

CREGG’S NS

CURRICULAR REQUIREMENTS

184,121.26

SCOIL MHUIRE

WINDOW PROJECTS

38,487.00

SCOIL MHUIRE

WINDOW PROJECTS

65,237.24

ST BRENDANS NS

TOILET FACILITIES

15,590.00

ROSEDALE SPECIAL SCHOOL

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

21,068.00

TOTAL GALWAY

3,362,017.92

KERRY

KENMARE BOYS NS

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

CONVENT PRIMARY SCHOOL KERRY

ROOF WORKS

115,199.09

KILGOBNET NS

WINDOW PROJECTS

50,440.00

NAOMH CARTHACH

WINDOW PROJECTS

22,755.66

ST CLAIRS NS

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

LAURAGH NS

WINDOW PROJECTS

21,878.58

CASTLEDRUM NATIONAL SCHOOL

TOILET FACILITIES

40,772.00

LISTELLICK NS

WINDOW PROJECTS

51,910.76

SCOIL MHUIRE

OTHER STRUCTURAL IMPROVEMENTS

31,200.00

CURRANES NS

WINDOW PROJECTS

39,674.63

LOUGHGUUITANE NS

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

79,027.47

NOHOVAL NS

CURRICULAR REQUIREMENTS

72,584.45

KNOCKANURE NS

MECHANICAL WORKS

32,287.27

S N MHUIRE DE LOURDES

WINDOW PROJECTS

62,500.00

FAHA NS

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

12,900.00

FILEMORE NS

ROOF WORKS

5,447.50

SCOIL MHUIRE KILLORGLIN NS

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

13,284.39

DOUGLAS NS

MECHANICAL WORKS

26,280.50

SN NAOMH IOSEPH

MECHANICAL WORKS

7,540.00

SCOIL MHUIRE

TOILET FACILITIES

56,581.65

MURHUR MXD N S

MECHANICAL WORKS

46,058.61

CAHIRCIVEEN CONVENT

ELECTRICAL WORKS

23,580.68

SCOIL EOIN

ROOF WORKS

81,279.90

SCOIL MHUIRE SCOIL AN CHROI RO NAOFA

WINDOW PROJECTS

196,300.00

S N BREANDAN NAOFA

ELECTRICAL WORKS

30,383.00

SCOIL NAOMH PADRAIG MEASC

MECHANICAL WORKS

44,703.95

SN AN LEANA MHOIR

MECHANICAL WORKS

35,763.16

CAHORREIGH NS

ROOF WORKS

33,004.00

SN TUAIRIN CATHAIL

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

16,668.00

SCOIL NA SRONA

WINDOW PROJECTS

16,390.23

NA MINTEOGA NS

TOILET FACILITIES

67,668.10

MUIRE NA MAINISTREACH

MECHANICAL WORKS

110,600.00

SN GLEANN BEITHE

ROOF WORKS

19,903.00

SPA NATIONAL SCHOOL

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

21,043.00

SCOIL NAOMH IOSEF

MECHANICAL WORKS

16,039.23

ST ITAS & ST JOSEPHS

ROOF WORKS

120,000.00

ARDFERT CENTRAL NS

MECHANICAL WORKS

63,615.87

KILGARVAN CENTRAL SCHOOL

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

26,366.20

HOLY CROSS MERCY SCHOOL

MECHANICAL WORKS

231,200.00

HOLY FAMILY BALLOONAGH

WINDOW PROJECTS

125,000.00

ST. FRANCIS SPRCIAL SCHOOL

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

55,600.00

GAELSCOIL MHIC EASMAONN

WINDOW PROJECTS

49,693.45

SCARTAGLIN NEW CENT SC

WINDOW PROJECTS

48,400.00

BALLYDUFF CENTRAL

PROJECTS-SPECIAL NEEDS FACILITIES

103,614.31

REALT NA MAIDNE

TOILET FACILITIES

62,314.59

GAELSCOIL NAOMH AOGAIN

ELECTRICAL WORKS

184,128.78

GAELSCOIL FAITHLEANN

ROOF WORKS

65,023.92

SCOIL MHUIRE AGUS N. TREASA

ELECTRICAL WORKS

58,521.00

NAGLE RICE PRIMARY SCHOOL

WINDOW PROJECTS

35,278.35

TOTAL KERRY

2,730,405.28

KILDARE

SALLINS NATIONAL SCHOOL

ROOF WORKS

45,698.91

ST. PATRICK’S NS

OTHER STRUCTURAL IMPROVEMENTS

33,467.80

SN NA CLOICHE MOIRE

MECHANICAL WORKS

28,372.85

MERCY CONVENT PRIMARY

ELECTRICAL WORKS

244,767.27

SCOIL CHONNLA PHADRAIG

TOILET FACILITIES

40,981.57

RATHANGAN BNS

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

25,255.56

SN BRIGHDE

WINDOW PROJECTS

41,800.00

ST PETERS NS

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

53,279.00

SCOIL NAOMH MHUIRE

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

ALLENWOOD BNS

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

42,500.00

BRANNOXTOWN NS

WINDOW PROJECTS

25,237.10

RATHCOFFEY NS

MECHANICAL WORKS

61,297.00

SCOIL CHORBAIN

WINDOW PROJECTS

142,400.00

ST MARYS BOYS NATIONAL SCHOOL

MECHANICAL WORKS

158,566.34

ST CONLETH & MARYS NS

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

98,745.00

TWO MILE HOUSE NS

WINDOW PROJECTS

95,190.00

SN OILBHEAR PLUNGLEAD

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

43,091.20

SUNCROFT NS

OTHER STRUCTURAL IMPROVEMENTS

46,440.00

COOLE NS

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

60,173.43

SCOIL MHUIRE

MECHANICAL WORKS

72,692.98

SN MHUIRE C

OTHER STRUCTURAL IMPROVEMENTS

18,971.37

S N BAILE MHIC ADAIM

WINDOW PROJECTS

12,928.41

SN PADRAIG

WINDOW PROJECTS

84,188.51

SCOIL MHICIL NAOFA

WINDOW PROJECTS

112,640.00

ROBERTSTOWN NS

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

42,101.00

S N SCOIL TREASA

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

70,782.59

SN NAOMH CONNLAEDH MXD

WINDOW PROJECTS

133,380.00

STRAFFAN NS

ROOF WORKS

NEWTOWN NS

TOILET FACILITIES

42,106.00

KILDANGAN NS

WINDOW PROJECTS

ST MARKS SPECIAL SCH

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

160,993.38

SCOIL MHUIRE SOISEARACH

TOILET FACILITIES

31,991.14

SCOIL AN LINBH IOSA, BALLYCANE NS

WINDOW PROJECTS

63,502.84

SAN CARLO JUNIOR NS

MECHANICAL WORKS

91,767.60

ST BRIGIDS NS

OTHER STRUCTURAL IMPROVEMENTS

105,909.73

CHEARBHAILL UI DHALAIGH

WINDOW PROJECTS

14,150.00

SCOIL EOIN PHOIL

ROOF WORKS

232,151.80

SCOIL MOCHUA

ROOF WORKS

251,485.00

SCOIL NAISIUNTA BHRIDE

ROOF WORKS

54,453.54

TOTAL KILDARE

2,883,458.92

KILKENNY

LISDOWNEY NS

OTHER STRUCTURAL IMPROVEMENTS

39,968.66

BALLYRAGGET BOYS

WINDOW PROJECTS

27,535.98

MOONCOIN CONVENT

OTHER STRUCTURAL IMPROVEMENTS

4,184.00

SCOIL MHUIRE

TOILET FACILITIES

14,398.00

SKEAGHVASTEEN NS

WINDOW PROJECTS

45,900.00

SCOIL NAISIUNTA LISFUNCHIN

WINDOW PROJECTS

21,190.00

GRAIG NA MANAGH

OTHER STRUCTURAL IMPROVEMENTS

38,159.46

BENNETTSBRIDGE MIXED

ROOF WORKS

8,500.00

ST LEONARDS NS

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

22,491.00

SN NAOMH PADRAIGH

ROOF WORKS

91,285.94

S N BHREANAIN NAOFA

WINDOW PROJECTS

18,450.00

ST. JOHNS JNR SCHOOL

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

20,318.00

SN BHRIGHDE

MECHANICAL WORKS

46,217.50

KILKENNY MIXED NS

WINDOW PROJECTS

30,756.90

SN MUIRE GAN SMAL

WINDOW PROJECTS

111,363.16

S N NAOMH CHIARAIN

ROOF WORKS

79,799.00

SN SHEAN BHOTH

ROOF WORKS

53,625.50

SN CHIARAIN NAOFA

WINDOW PROJECTS

25,309.00

ST BRIGIDS CONVENT NS

MECHANICAL WORKS

60,378.70

BURNCHURCH NS

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

40,774.85

SCOIL PADRAIG NAOFA

ELECTRICAL WORKS

43,912.60

SCOIL IOGNAID DE RIS

ELECTRICAL WORKS

190,074.00

COLMCILLE MIXED NS

WINDOW PROJECTS

16,261.17

GOWRAN NS

ROOF WORKS

62,628.87

SCOIL BHRIDE B7C

ROOF WORKS

29,909.00

GLENMORE NS

ROOF WORKS

67,673.57

SCOIL NAOMH IOSEPH

OTHER STRUCTURAL IMPROVEMENTS

2,596.39

SN SHAN NIOCLAS

ELECTRICAL WORKS

53,730.65

LISTERLIN NS

WINDOW PROJECTS

60,044.68

TEMPLEORUM NATIONAL SCHOOL

ELECTRICAL WORKS

38,235.43

ST AIDANS NS

WINDOW PROJECTS

105,645.00

ST PATRICKS SPECIAL SCHOOL

OTHER STRUCTURAL IMPROVEMENTS

23,780.78

ST CANICES CO ED.

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

150,830.00

GAELSCOIL OSRAI

TOILET FACILITIES

21,000.00

SCOIL MHUIRE

TOILET FACILITIES

43,905.16

URLINGFORD NS

ELECTRICAL WORKS

40,605.00

SCOIL BHRIDE

WINDOW PROJECTS

92,499.64

ST. JOHN’S SENIOR NS

TOILET FACILITIES

55,442.00

TOTAL KILKENNY

1,899,379.59

LAOIS

MOUNTMELLICK CONVENT NS

ELECTRICAL WORKS

136,230.14

COSBY NS

WINDOW PROJECTS

24,345.75

PIKE OF RUSHALL NS

OTHER STRUCTURAL IMPROVEMENTS

33,210.97

KILADOOLEY MIXED NS

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

26,551.43

SCOIL BHRIDE

WINDOW PROJECTS

49,975.00

CAMROSS NS

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

106,257.30

MOUNTMELLICK BNS

ELECTRICAL WORKS

136,230.14

SCOIL MHUIRE MAIGHEO

OTHER STRUCTURAL IMPROVEMENTS

79,775.00

ST ABBANS NS, MAGENEY

ROOF WORKS

44,515.00

RATHDOMHNAIGH NS

OTHER STRUCTURAL IMPROVEMENTS

22,700.00

FRAOCH MOR NS

MECHANICAL WORKS

NAOMH PIUS X NATIONAL SCHOOL

WINDOW PROJECTS

9,174.83

SN NAOMH COLMCILLE

WINDOW PROJECTS

6,078.00

SCOIL MHUIRE

OTHER STRUCTURAL IMPROVEMENTS

20,200.00

ST PAULS NS

OTHER STRUCTURAL IMPROVEMENTS

20,263.05

SCOIL MHUIRE

WINDOW PROJECTS

81,780.00

CULLOHILL NS

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

103,642.00

TOTAL LAOIS

900,928.61

LEITRIM

MOHILL 2 NS

ROOF WORKS

9,403.46

NEWTOWNGORE NS

WINDOW PROJECTS

16,261.17

DRUMEELA NATIONAL SCHOOL

TOILET FACILITIES

39,624.25

MANORHAMILTON BNS

ROOF WORKS

24,095.82

SN CORR NA GAOITHE

TOILET FACILITIES

20,600.00

SN BEAL AN ATHA MHOIR

ELECTRICAL WORKS

95,314.27

DRUMSHAMBO CENTRAL

MECHANICAL WORKS

11,808.34

ST BRIDS

MECHANICAL WORKS

24,475.81

DRUMLEA

TOILET FACILITIES

27,503.00

SCOIL CHUIMSITHEACH NAOMH CLAR

TOILET FACILITIES

TOTAL LEITRIM

269,086.12

LIMERICK

ST SENANS NS

TOILET FACILITIES

42,691.58

KILDIMO NS

ROOF WORKS

82,775.00

S N AILBHE

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

144,054.32

BALLYSTEEN NS

WINDOW PROJECTS

30,578.65

CROOM NATIONAL SCHOOL

OTHER STRUCTURAL IMPROVEMENTS

137,140.06

SCOIL NAISIUNTA NAOMH PADRAIG

MECHANICAL WORKS

18,152.50

PALLASKENRY NS

OTHER STRUCTURAL IMPROVEMENTS

12,629.40

ST JOSEPHS CONVENT

WINDOW PROJECTS

49,156.06

NICKER NATIONAL SCHOOL

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

28,160.27

BALLYLANDERS NS

OTHER STRUCTURAL IMPROVEMENTS

65,485.00

ST NESSANS NS

PROJECTS-SPECIAL NEEDS FACILITIES

59,043.65

ST MICHAELS NS

OTHER STRUCTURAL IMPROVEMENTS

19,759.30

ST MARY’S BNS

ROOF WORKS

116,195.44

CONVENT OF MERCY NATIONAL SCHOOL

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

34,840.00

SCOIL NAIS

TOILET FACILITIES

12,517.10

SCOIL BAILE AN AIRD

TOILET FACILITIES

16,255.00

SHANAGOLDEN NS

TOILET FACILITIES

20,721.14

SCOIL LILE NAOFA

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

52,776.01

MARIA AUXILIATRIX NS

WINDOW PROJECTS

25,981.64

QUEEN OF THE PEACE NS

TOILET FACILITIES

45,378.04

SCOIL TOBAR PADRAIG

MECHANICAL WORKS

45,380.36

S N GEAROID UI GHRIOBHTHA

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

51,823.14

MONALEEN NATIONAL SCHOOL

WINDOW PROJECTS

93,447.81

ST MUNCHINS NS

TOILET FACILITIES

84,578.74

SCOIL MHAINCHIN BUACH

MECHANICAL WORKS

74,451.04

COURTENAY NS

TOILET FACILITIES

91,655.00

ST ANNE’S NS

ROOF WORKS

225,394.95

SCOIL IDE NAOFA RAHEENAGH

WINDOW PROJECTS

22,500.00

S N MA RUA

OTHER STRUCTURAL IMPROVEMENTS

26,925.00

SCOIL MHUIRE

MECHANICAL WORKS

37,589.80

ST. JOSEPH’S BOYS NS

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

43,744.22

SCOIL IDE

WINDOW PROJECTS

239,112.96

CROI RO NAOFA IOSA

OTHER STRUCTURAL IMPROVEMENTS

69,276.25

SN NAOMH IOSEF

ROOF WORKS

141,597.43

SCOIL CHRIOSR RI B

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

151,722.48

MARY QUEEN OF IRELAND GNS

OTHER STRUCTURAL IMPROVEMENTS

70,000.00

SOUTH HILL NS

ROOF WORKS

132,187.91

ST BRIGIDS NS

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

43,050.00

OUR LADY OF LOURDES NS

TOILET FACILITIES

48,534.61

MILFORD NATIONAL SCHOOL

MECHANICAL WORKS

115,000.00

CORPUS CHRISTI NS

ELECTRICAL WORKS

184,200.00

AN MHODH SCOIL

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

100,526.46

SCOIL NAOMH IOSEF

WINDOW PROJECTS

36,500.00

MARIA KING PRESENTATION SCHOOL

ELECTRICAL WORKS

236,696.48

BRUFF NS

ROOF WORKS

53,544.00

PRESENTATION SCHOOL

OTHER STRUCTURAL IMPROVEMENTS

21,335.75

SCOIL MOCHEALLOG

TOILET FACILITIES

16,400.00

SCOIL CHAITRIONA

OTHER STRUCTURAL IMPROVEMENTS

87,999.04

TOTAL LIMERICK

3,559,463.59

LONGFORD

SCOIL NAOMH MICHAEL

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

36,698.40

TASHINNY NS

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

6,500.00

ST COLUMBA’S

ROOF WORKS

36,118.00

ST BRIGIDS NS

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

15,719.13

ST BERNARDS MIXED NS

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

31,200.00

SAMHTHANN NS

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

24,000.00

SCOIL MHUIRE

OTHER STRUCTURAL IMPROVEMENTS

15,177.09

ST JOSEPHS CONVENT

PROJECTS-SPECIAL NEEDS FACILITIES

42,988.04

ST TERESAS

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

19,320.00

S N COLMCILLE

OTHER STRUCTURAL IMPROVEMENTS

93,271.65

ST PATRICKS NS

OTHER STRUCTURAL IMPROVEMENTS

23,700.00

ST MELS NS

WINDOW PROJECTS

41,340.00

TOTAL LONGFORD

386,032.31

LOUTH

PRESENTATION CONVENT

WINDOW PROJECTS

67,006.86

ST COLMCILLES NS

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

44,197.96

ST OLIVERS NS

WINDOW PROJECTS

93,509.05

TALLANSTOWN NS

ROOF WORKS

36,149.92

WALSHESTOWN NS

WINDOW PROJECTS

65,376.22

NEWTOWN NS

MECHANICAL WORKS

39,617.33

ST PETERS NS

MECHANICAL WORKS

19,580.63

DUN DEALGAN NS

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

17,161.00

CALLYSTOWN MIXED NS

WINDOW PROJECTS

56,412.12

SCOIL NAOMH FAINCHE

MECHANICAL WORKS

156,889.76

ST MARYS NATIONAL SCHOOL

WINDOW PROJECTS

31,438.26

ST. OLIVER PLUNKETT’S NS

ROOF WORKS

64,045.09

TERMONFECKIN NS

MECHANICAL WORKS

53,526.20

BELLURGAN NS

WINDOW PROJECTS

31,918.00

ST NICHOLAS MONASTERY NS

ELECTRICAL WORKS

244,717.50

DROMISKIN MIXED NS

ROOF WORKS

20,870.00

ST JOSEPHS CBS

ELECTRICAL WORKS

12,304.29

CBS PRIMARY

MECHANICAL WORKS

106,823.31

ST FURSEYS NS

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

14,785.27

ST PATRICKS SCHOOL

ROOF WORKS

61,792.45

SN NAOMH FHIONAIN

ROOF WORKS

45,516.74

SN BHRIDE

TOILET FACILITIES

12,934.93

SN MUIRE NA TROCAIRE

TOILET FACILITIES

95,467.52

SCOIL BHRIDE MXD NS

ELECTRICAL WORKS

198,570.00

ST NICHOLAS NS

MECHANICAL WORKS

44,013.83

SN BRIGHDE

WINDOW PROJECTS

33,836.78

SN N MAOLMHADAODHAGH B

TOILET FACILITIES

8,944.21

ST BUITE’S NS

WINDOW PROJECTS

46,000.00

ST BRIGHIDS SPECIAL SCHOOL

ROOF WORKS

384,431.33

ST MARYS SPECIAL SCHOOL

ELECTRICAL WORKS

104,500.00

S N PADRAIG

ELECTRICAL WORKS

53,258.20

REDEEMER BNS

WINDOW PROJECTS

85,887.11

REDEEMER GIRLS SCHOOL

WINDOW PROJECTS

85,887.11

SCOIL EOIN BAISTE

TOILET FACILITIES

116,644.62

REALT NA MARA

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

63,581.00

TOTAL LOUTH

2,617,594.60

MAYO

SCOIL NAOMH BRID

WINDOW PROJECTS

44,928.84

SCOIL NAISIUNTA NAOMH FEICHIN

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

8,901.90

GLENISLAND NS

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

120,284.71

BEHYMORE NS

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

15,500.00

SN NAOMH PADRAIG

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

36,000.00

S N NA HAILLE

WINDOW PROJECTS

40,332.17

AUGHLEAM NS

MECHANICAL WORKS

110,617.09

INVER NS

ROOF WORKS

97,354.00

SN GLEANN A CHAISIL

OTHER STRUCTURAL IMPROVEMENTS

5,118.77

CORMAIC NAOFA

ROOF WORKS

12,128.26

SCOIL NAISIUNTA AN TSRAITH

OTHER STRUCTURAL IMPROVEMENTS

7,214.15

ST. JOSEPH’S NS

MECHANICAL WORKS

80,478.80

BARNATRA NS

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

31,000.00

SN DUBH THUAMA

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

34,679.00

AN GLEANNA MHOIR S N

MECHANICAL WORKS

410.40

S N NAOMH PADRAIG

OTHER STRUCTURAL IMPROVEMENTS

9,288.00

RICHMOND NS

OTHER STRUCTURAL IMPROVEMENTS

25,380.00

BOFIELD MIXED NS

ROOF WORKS

45,338.40

BULLSMOUTH NS

OTHER STRUCTURAL IMPROVEMENTS

29,463.96

SCOIL NAISIUNTA MUIRE GAN SMAL

OTHER STRUCTURAL IMPROVEMENTS

8,127.99

QUIGNAMANGER NS

OTHER STRUCTURAL IMPROVEMENTS

12,000.00

KNOCK NS

OTHER STRUCTURAL IMPROVEMENTS

113,765.85

CLOGHAN NS

WINDOW PROJECTS

8,000.00

KINAFFE NS

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

45,500.00

KILLASSER NATIONAL SCHOOL

MECHANICAL WORKS

28,000.00

RATHLEE NS

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

7,559.65

MYNA NS

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

58,968.44

CARRA NS

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

8,485.00

SN LAINN CILLE

OTHER STRUCTURAL IMPROVEMENTS

17,200.00

ST PATRICKS NS RATHNAMAGH

ROOF WORKS

29,160.00

SN REALT NA MARA

TOILET FACILITIES

22,663.38

COONEAL NS

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

41,233.33

CARROWHOLLY NS

MECHANICAL WORKS

6,480.00

ST. PAUL’S NS

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

70,386.00

S N BEAL CARADH

WINDOW PROJECTS

53,755.81

CLOGHANS HILL NS

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

20,000.00

SN ATHRACHT NFA BUACH

OTHER STRUCTURAL IMPROVEMENTS

28,177.03

MUIRE GAN SMAL CONVENT PRIMARY SCHOOL

WINDOW PROJECTS

130,250.00

ST PATRICKS NS CASTLEBAR

TOILET FACILITIES

101,437.32

ST JOSEPHS NS BALLINA

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

56,000.00

SN ACHAIDH AN GHLAISIN

TOILET FACILITIES

28,177.00

SN NAOMH IOSAF

WINDOW PROJECTS

11,688.85

SN PEADAIR AGUS POL

MECHANICAL WORKS

57,670.00

ST ANTHONYS NS

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

22,950.00

KILTIMAGH CENTRAL SCHOOL

ROOF WORKS

204,050.00

ST PATRICKS CENTRAL NS

WINDOW PROJECTS

64,385.86

SCOIL NAISIUNTA NAOMH TOLA

WINDOW PROJECTS

50,854.23

ST. PETERS NS

ELECTRICAL WORKS

6,242.50

SWINFORD NS

ROOF WORKS

193,038.16

GAELSCOIUL UILEOG DE BURCA

MECHANICAL WORKS

53,750.90

CROSSMOLINA NS

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

40,000.00

SCOIL PHADRAIG

MECHANICAL WORKS

25,535.48

TOTAL MAYO

2,379,911.23

MEATH

AINE NAOFA NS

ROOF WORKS

84,364.34

ST PATRICKS NS

ROOF WORKS

71,000.00

KILSKYRE MIXED NS

WINDOW PROJECTS

47,909.36

SCOIL MHICHIL NA BUACHAILLI

MECHANICAL WORKS

55,500.00

BALLINLOUGH NS

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

60,708.37

DRUMBARRAGH NS

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

127,000.00

SCOIL MHUIRE

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

97,000.00

KELLS CONVENT

TOILET FACILITIES

37,942.73

OLDCASTLE MIXED NS

WINDOW PROJECTS

54,000.00

CARRICKLECK NS

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

55,900.00

RATHKENNY NATIONAL SCHOOL

ROOF WORKS

30,354.18

MERCY CONVENT

ROOF WORKS

30,348.53

S N PHEADAIR AGUS PHOIL

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

89,900.00

KNOCKCOMMON NS

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

14,765.14

SCOIL CHOLMCILLE

WINDOW PROJECTS

113,828.19

KILBRIDE NS

CURRICULAR REQUIREMENTS

17,879.20

CARNAROSS NS

WINDOW PROJECTS

32,638.34

KILMAINHAMWOOD NS

ROOF WORKS

55,120.00

ST ULTAN’S

WINDOW PROJECTS

30,946.40

SN ULTAIN NAOFA

ROOF WORKS

59,500.00

SN BHRIGHDE, MEATH HILL

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

107,500.00

S N CUL AN MHUILINN

WINDOW PROJECTS

38,166.00

KENTSTOWN NS

TOILET FACILITIES

105,728.34

SN CILL BHRIGHDE

OTHER STRUCTURAL IMPROVEMENTS

36,162.34

S N MHUIRE

TOILET FACILITIES

7,800.00

S N PADRAIG NAOFA

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

21,000.00

SCOIL OILIBHEIR NAOFA

WINDOW PROJECTS

103,017.00

SCOIL NAISIUNTA MHUIRE NAOFA

ROOF WORKS

9,710.54

S N DUN UABHAIR

MECHANICAL WORKS

15,872.50

ST ANDREWS NS

MECHANICAL WORKS

8,925.21

SCOIL SEACHNALL

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

43,921.80

SCOILNAIS NAOMH AINE

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

7,800.00

S N NMH SHEOSAMH

WINDOW PROJECTS

78,345.32

SCOIL MHUIRE

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

173,000.00

RATHREGAN NS

WINDOW PROJECTS

10,021.14

SCOIL CAITRIONA NAOFA

WINDOW PROJECTS

31,977.87

S N MHUIRE

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

9,600.00

S N FIACH

WINDOW PROJECTS

23,500.00

SCOIL NAOMH TREASA BELLEWSTOWN

WINDOW PROJECTS

15,990.15

RATHBEGGAN NS

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

42,185.52

SCOIL NAIS MAOL HOSAE

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

75,777.50

DANGAN NS

ROOF WORKS

54,715.33

CASTLEJORDAN NS

TOILET FACILITIES

51,937.00

ST OLIVER PLUNKETT NS

TOILET FACILITIES

51,900.33

ST MARY’S N S

WINDOW PROJECTS

212,750.00

KILDALKEY NS

ROOF WORKS

37,000.00

DUNBOYNE SENIOR NS

ROOF WORKS

37,942.73

TOTAL MEATH

2,578,851.40

MONAGHAN

MONAGHAN CONVENT GIRLS

ELECTRICAL WORKS

51,826.29

DERAVOY NATIONAL SCHOOL

PROJECTS-SPECIAL NEEDS FACILITIES

20,023.38

DRUMCRUTTIN NS

OTHER STRUCTURAL IMPROVEMENTS

5,650.00

CORCREAGH NS

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

21,261.00

DRUMGOSSETT NS

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

16,261.17

BUN SCOIL LOUIS NAOFA

ROOF WORKS

253,000.00

CASTLEBLANEY CON INFS

MECHANICAL WORKS

94,253.24

SCOIL MHICHIL

MECHANICAL WORKS

54,927.67

S N BLAITHIN IOSA

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

8,672.00

ST JOSEPHS NS

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

128,755.00

ST. MARY’S BOYS NS

OTHER STRUCTURAL IMPROVEMENTS

75,900.00

SCOIL MHUIRE B

ELECTRICAL WORKS

243,392.30

SCOIL MHUIRE

TOILET FACILITIES

32,504.00

CLOCHAR LUGHAIDH NAI

OTHER STRUCTURAL IMPROVEMENTS

46,414.00

SCOIL NAOMH MHUIRE

MECHANICAL WORKS

75,468.00

ST MARYS THREEMILEHOUSE

WINDOW PROJECTS

66,995.00

SCOIL NAOMH DEAGHA

TOILET FACILITIES

19,306.00

ST PATRICKS NS

MECHANICAL WORKS

173,439.00

KILEEVAN CENTRAL NATIONAL SCHOOL

WINDOW PROJECTS

72,052.00

LATTON NS

ELECTRICAL WORKS

90,000.00

NAOMH OLIVER PLUNKETT

MECHANICAL WORKS

94,333.00

SCOIL PHADRAIG

TOILET FACILITIES

67,212.84

SCOIL BHRIDE

TOILET FACILITIES

73,000.00

GAEL SCOIL ROIS CARRICKMACROSS

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

76,150.00

SCOIL EANNA

ROOF WORKS

278,862.50

EDENMORE NATIONAL SCHOOL

WINDOW PROJECTS

4,397.00

TOTAL MONAGHAN

2,144,055.39

OFFALY

SCOIL NAOMH EOIN

MECHANICAL WORKS

93,821.94

KILCORMAC CONVENT NS

WINDOW PROJECTS

212,619.10

GEASHILL 1 NS

MECHANICAL WORKS

32,292.05

SHINRONE MXD NS

WINDOW PROJECTS

12,035.70

CLARA CONVENT NS

TOILET FACILITIES

67,996.25

HIGH ST MIXED N S

ROOF WORKS

112,466.25

CLONBULLOGUE NATIONAL SCHOOL

ROOF WORKS

59,180.00

S N NAOMH BROGAIN

ROOF WORKS

97,705.98

ST MARYS NS

TOILET FACILITIES

121,549.00

DAINGEAN NS

TOILET FACILITIES

39,075.27

S N NAOMH PHILOMENA

MECHANICAL WORKS

311,256.50

SHINCHILL NS

ROOF WORKS

39,650.00

POLLAGH NS

WINDOW PROJECTS

42,462.50

SN MHUIRE BAINRIOGHAN

MECHANICAL WORKS

105,618.32

SN NAOMH CHOLUMCHILLE

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

49,655.20

NAOMH MHUIRE NS

WINDOW PROJECTS

80,980.00

ST COLMANS NS

WINDOW PROJECTS

63,429.92

ST PATRICKS BNS

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

SCOIL MHUIRE

ELECTRICAL WORKS

108,626.32

S N PEADAR AGUS POL

WINDOW PROJECTS

15,461.12

ST. RYANAGH’S NS

ROOF WORKS

71,055.14

SN MHUIRE NAOFA

MECHANICAL WORKS

260,466.01

S N MUIRE BAINRION

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

49,860.00

ST FRANCIS BNS

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

53,624.49

SCOIL BHRIDE

OTHER STRUCTURAL IMPROVEMENTS

21,483.15

GAELSCOIL EISICIR RIADA

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

33,501.90

S N CHARTAIGH NAOFA

ROOF WORKS

31,932.05

TOTAL OFFALY

2,187,804.16

ROSCOMMON

CLOONFOUR NS

OTHER STRUCTURAL IMPROVEMENTS

5,144.82

TARMON NATIONAL SCHOOL

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

3,640.00

BALLYFARNON NS

WINDOW PROJECTS

21,680.00

KILTEEVAN NS

TOILET FACILITIES

19,849.49

SCOIL PHÁDRAIG

ROOF WORKS

22,662.18

ST MARYS CONVENT NS

ROOF WORKS

15,850.00

TIBOHINE NS

WINDOW PROJECTS

14,750.00

ST JOSEPHS BNS

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

94,774.00

CARRICK MIXED NATIONAL SCHOOL

ROOF WORKS

19,680.57

ABBEY NS

MECHANICAL WORKS

34,004.77

STROKESTOWN CON NS

WINDOW PROJECTS

23,835.00

BRUSNA NS

TOILET FACILITIES

4,860.00

NAOMH ATRACHTA

MECHANICAL WORKS

9,378.00

S N NAOMH EOIN

TOILET FACILITIES

17,792.25

S N NAOMH TREASA

ROOF WORKS

17,610.65

ST CIARANS NS

TOILET FACILITIES

21,663.98

ABBEYCARTON NS

ELECTRICAL WORKS

129,669.07

TOTAL ROSCOMMON

476,844.78

SLIGO

SCOIL NAOMH TREASA

WINDOW PROJECTS

39,500.00

SCOIL NAISIUNTA ABHAINN BHEAG

OTHER STRUCTURAL IMPROVEMENTS

16,386.00

CULLEENS NATIONAL SCHOOL

WINDOW PROJECTS

6,615.00

CORBALLA NS

WINDOW PROJECTS

50,580.00

MOYLOUGH NS

WINDOW PROJECTS

18,700.00

STOKANE NATIONAL SCHOOL

PROJECTS-SPECIAL NEEDS FACILITIES

14,782.00

CARRAROE NS

MECHANICAL WORKS

37,625.50

SCOIL ASICUS

OTHER STRUCTURAL IMPROVEMENTS

31,950.00

ARDKEERAN NS

TOILET FACILITIES

18,429.37

SCOIL NAISIUNTA NAOMH MHUIRE

WINDOW PROJECTS

41,565.75

KILROSS NS

TOILET FACILITIES

19,742.12

COOLOONEY CONVENT NATIONAL SCHOOL

ROOF WORKS

27,548.89

SN PADRAIG NAOFA

WINDOW PROJECTS

20,803.56

SN SEOSAMH NAOFA

ELECTRICAL WORKS

53,000.00

S N EOIN NAOFA

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

26,862.50

SN MULLACH RUA

TOILET FACILITIES

11,685.50

ST CECILIAS SPECIAL SCHOOL

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

58,300.00

ST JOSEPHS SPEC SCHOOL

OTHER STRUCTURAL IMPROVEMENTS

31,800.00

SN MUIRE GAN SMAL

TOILET FACILITIES

25,000.00

RATHCORMACK NS

ELECTRICAL WORKS

72,172.00

BANADA MXD NS

MECHANICAL WORKS

27,945.89

SCOIL MHUIRE GAN SMAL

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

12,159.00

ST. JOHNS NS

ROOF WORKS

67,192.10

OUR LADY OF MERCY PRIMARY SCHOOL

ROOF WORKS

179,798.64

TOTAL SLIGO

910,143.82

TIPPERARY

BORRISOLEIGH NS

OTHER STRUCTURAL IMPROVEMENTS

25,500.00

MONARD NS

MECHANICAL WORKS

45,833.97

TIPPERARY JNR BNS

WINDOW PROJECTS

46,952.79

BALLYCAHILL NS

WINDOW PROJECTS

16,420.00

ROSCREA BNS

WINDOW PROJECTS

70,466.81

TIPPERARY GIRLS NS

WINDOW PROJECTS

38,459.94

DUALLA NS

ROOF WORKS

57,577.43

CONVENT OF MERCY

MECHANICAL WORKS

101,360.15

CULLEN NS

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

23,845.54

UPPER NEWTOWN NS

WINDOW PROJECTS

9,196.29

SN MHUIRE NA TROCAIRE

WINDOW PROJECTS

48,700.00

PRESENTATION PRIMARY SCHOOL

ROOF WORKS

102,696.20

CREHANA NS

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

26,983.00

REARCROSS NS

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

59,507.64

PRESENTATION PRIMARY SCHOOL

ELECTRICAL WORKS

35,113.19

SN MUIRE NA NAINGEAL

ROOF WORKS

205,909.08

CLONOMORE NATIONAL SCHOOL TEMPLEMORE

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

48,162.90

ROSCREA NO 2 NS

MECHANICAL WORKS

117,210.00

SN Bhride

WINDOW PROJECTS

43,890.00

KNOCKAVILLA NS

TOILET FACILITIES

43,890.00

KILLEA NS

OTHER STRUCTURAL IMPROVEMENTS

51,325.30

SHRONELL NS

WINDOW PROJECTS

86,156.69

ST MARYS NS

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

21,686.67

ST MARYS N S

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

56,839.00

ARDFINNAN NS

ROOF WORKS

54,548.33

ST MARYS CONVENT PRIM

MECHANICAL WORKS

89,884.89

TWO MILE BORRIS

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

40,950.00

TEMPLETUOHY NS

ELECTRICAL WORKS

63,977.00

CARRIG NS

WINDOW PROJECTS

37,330.00

CHRISTIAN BROTHERS NS

MECHANICAL WORKS

247,479.36

SCOIL NA MBRAITHRE

ROOF WORKS

140,155.55

ST MARYS NS

ROOF WORKS

47,500.00

EOCHAILLE ARA NS

MECHANICAL WORKS

21,195.80

SCOIL COLMCILLE

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

47,330.00

GOLDEN NS

ROOF WORKS

75,429.72

SCOIL NA MBRAITHRE

MECHANICAL WORKS

179,295.10

S N CLEIREACHAIN

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

10,566.39

S N NAOMH SHEOSAMH

MECHANICAL WORKS

164,262.71

RATHKEEVIN NS

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

69,000.00

SN NA MAIGHNE

ELECTRICAL WORKS

18,784.00

S N IOSEF NAOFA

ELECTRICAL WORKS

260,628.00

POWERSTOWN NS

ROOF WORKS

40,300.00

SCOIL ANGELA

ROOF WORKS

67,875.46

SCOIL NAISIUNTA AN DROMA

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

12,462.92

SN NAOMH PADRAIG

ROOF WORKS

26,700.00

ST KEVINS NS

MECHANICAL WORKS

24,980.00

SN IOSEF NAOFA

ROOF WORKS

36,950.00

S N RATH EILTE

WINDOW PROJECTS

42,661.93

SCOIL MHUIRE KILVEMNON

WINDOW PROJECTS

26,197.60

LISSENHALL NS

TOILET FACILITIES

41,181.82

GRANGEMOCKLER NS

WINDOW PROJECTS

42,360.00

S N TEAMPALL DOIRE

OTHER STRUCTURAL IMPROVEMENTS

7,044.00

SN CILL NA NAOMH

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

56,556.50

BALLYLOOBY NS

ELECTRICAL WORKS

13,750.00

SN MICHAEL NAOFA

ROOF WORKS

35,289.00

KILLENAULE NS

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

40,500.00

ST ANNES SPECIAL SCHOOL

WINDOW PROJECTS

68,865.36

CLOUGHJORDAN NO 1 NATIONAL SCHOOL

ELECTRICAL WORKS

158,772.32

SCOIL AONGHUSA SPECIAL SCHOOL

TOILET FACILITIES

32,000.00

SCOIL MHUIRE

TOILET FACILITIES

42,845.81

SCOIL IOSAGAIN

ELECTRICAL WORKS

76,631.23

CLONOULTY CENTRAL NS

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

38,849.00

ST JOHN THE BABTIST

ROOF WORKS

CASHEL DEANERY

ROOF WORKS

SCOIL MHUIRE

ROOF WORKS

86,599.96

NAOMH PADRAIG SENIOR

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

10,630.50

ST JOHN THE BAPTIST BNS

ROOF WORKS

597,213.06

TOTAL TIPPERARY

4,579,215.91

WATERFORD

RINGVILLE MIXED NS

OTHER STRUCTURAL IMPROVEMENTS

25,031.90

SN CILL ROSANTA

ROOF WORKS

40,300.00

SN NA CROISE NAOFA

MECHANICAL WORKS

15,950.00

VILLIERSTOWN NS

OTHER STRUCTURAL IMPROVEMENTS

51,699.49

FERRYBANK CONVENT

WINDOW PROJECTS

106,310.00

SLIEVERUE MXD NS

MECHANICAL WORKS

27,630.50

SN URSULA NAOFA

MECHANICAL WORKS

254,000.00

STRADBALLY CONVENT

WINDOW PROJECTS

98,550.00

SN BAILE BUILEAR

ELECTRICAL WORKS

105,681.28

PASSAGE EAST NS

WINDOW PROJECTS

38,443.00

ST STEPHENS NATIONAL SCHOOL

OTHER STRUCTURAL IMPROVEMENTS

91,000.00

BALLYDUFF B2 NS

WINDOW PROJECTS

45,500.00

RATHGORMACK NS

ELECTRICAL WORKS

75,370.52

SCOIL NAISIUNTA MHUIRE LOURDES BUAC 16887N

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

48,293.04

SCOIL NAOMH SEOSAMH

TOILET FACILITIES

156,995.00

S N DEAGLAN

WINDOW PROJECTS

135,000.00

S N AN GARRAIN BHAIN

WINDOW PROJECTS

10,600.00

BALLYGUNNER NS

WINDOW PROJECTS

140,090.00

S N NA BHFIODH

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

36,397.25

ST MARYS NATIONAL SCHOOL

ROOF WORKS

44,447.20

S N CNOC MACHAN

ELECTRICAL WORKS

35,904.14

S N AINE NAOFA SEAFIELD

MECHANICAL WORKS

77,700.00

SN MUIRE MAGH DEILGE

ROOF WORKS

103,883.10

FAITHLEG NS

WINDOW PROJECTS

40,174.42

SCOIL NAOMH GOBNAIT

WINDOW PROJECTS

1,400.00

SCOIL MHUIRE

WINDOW PROJECTS

19,500.00

CHRIST CHURCH N S

ELECTRICAL WORKS

81,218.04

SCOIL MUIRE NA TROCAIRE

WINDOW PROJECTS

8,310.00

SC NAOMH EOIN LE DIA

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

89,793.47

ST JOHNS SPECIAL SCHOOL

ROOF WORKS

179,793.25

BALLYMACARBERRY NATIONAL SCHOOL

ELECTRICAL WORKS

29,139.33

SCOIL CHRUIMIN NAOFA

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

138,660.00

SCOIL GEARBHAIN

MECHANICAL WORKS

76,649.82

MOUNT SION PRIMARY SCHOOL

TOILET FACILITIES

150,000.00

SCOIL NAISIUMTA NA TOIRBHIRTE

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

12,423.57

PORTLAW NS

WINDOW PROJECTS

64,132.25

KILMACTHOMAS NS

MECHANICAL WORKS

29,812.15

NEWTOWN JUNIOR SCHOOL

WINDOW PROJECTS

81,946.54

TOTAL WATERFORD

2,767,729.26

WESTMEATH

MULLINGAR CONVENT (JNR)

TOILET FACILITIES

65,470.75

BALLYNACARGY NS

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

12,500.00

BALLYNACARGY MXD NS

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

6,300.00

CROWENSTOWN NS

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

98,112.00

CASTLEPOLLARD MIXED NS

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

27,181.70

ST PETERS NS SNR

ELECTRICAL WORKS

38,380.49

SN PHADRAIG

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

39,447.11

ROCHFORTBRIDGE CONVENT NS

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

34,047.85

STREAMSTOWN MIXED NS

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

25,223.78

ST JOSEPHS NS

OTHER STRUCTURAL IMPROVEMENTS

30,896.22

SCOIL NA NDUN

WINDOW PROJECTS

42,469.03

MHICHIL NAOFA NS

MECHANICAL WORKS

76,800.00

RATH EOGHAN

WINDOW PROJECTS

14,600.00

S N BRIGHDE BUACH

MECHANICAL WORKS

15,400.00

NAOMH MICHEAL NS

OTHER STRUCTURAL IMPROVEMENTS

14,697.14

ST MARYS

TOILET FACILITIES

28,628.65

DIARMADA NS

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

27,950.00

S N NAOMH FIONTAN

ROOF WORKS

23,296.00

SCOIL NA MAIGHDINE MHUIRE

MECHANICAL WORKS

278,485.00

ST BAOITHINS NS

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

59,109.58

SN PHOIL NAOFA

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

31,845.00

NAOMH IOSEF NS

ELECTRICAL WORKS

63,925.20

AN GHRIANAN NS

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

10,006.00

KILPATRICK NS

ELECTRICAL WORKS

116,694.31

CHOLMAIN NAOFA

ELECTRICAL WORKS

245,560.00

ST ETCHENS NS

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

21,146.25

KILBEGGAN NS

ROOF WORKS

79,591.45

TOTAL WESTMEATH

1,527,763.51

WEXFORD

ST CANICE’S NS

ROOF WORKS

121,697.63

BALLYMURN NATIONAL SCHOOL

MECHANICAL WORKS

116,222.04

CLONROCHE NS

WINDOW PROJECTS

35,000.00

ST. SENANS PRIMARY SCHOOL

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

105,074.26

CAIM NS

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

19,057.00

CONVENT OF MERCY

TOILET FACILITIES

115,616.63

MICHEAL STREET NS

ROOF WORKS

138,432.62

ST. PATRICKS NS

MECHANICAL WORKS

21,400.00

GLANBRIEN NATIONAL SCHOOL

MECHANICAL WORKS

5,845.20

COURT NS

MECHANICAL WORKS

27,305.00

KILMYSHALL NS

WINDOW PROJECTS

38,401.25

GUSSERANE NS

WINDOW PROJECTS

66,500.00

ST JOSEPHS NS

ROOF WORKS

78,594.20

ST LEONARD’S NS

ELECTRICAL WORKS

39,200.00

CAMOLIN NS

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

6,504.47

BALLYCANEW NS

WINDOW PROJECTS

39,550.00

KILLEGNEY NATIONAL SCHOOL

ROOF WORKS

56,453.36

TOMBRACK NS

WINDOW PROJECTS

17,327.38

CLOLOGUE NS

WINDOW PROJECTS

13,859.50

BALLINDAGGIN NS

WINDOW PROJECTS

34,200.00

NEWBAWN NS

MECHANICAL WORKS

14,099.00

BALLYGARRETT NS

ELECTRICAL WORKS

108,342.47

KILRANE NS

TOILET FACILITIES

16,000.00

SN BAILE CUISIN

MECHANICAL WORKS

16,684.39

S N CILL T-SILE

ROOF WORKS

25,410.79

S N NMH BRIGHDE

OTHER STRUCTURAL IMPROVEMENTS

37,500.00

GLYNN NATIONAL SCHOOL

WINDOW PROJECTS

50,069.75

SCOIL NAISIUNTA BAILE UI COILEAIN

WINDOW PROJECTS

34,766.60

SCOIL NA MBRAITHRE

OTHER STRUCTURAL IMPROVEMENTS

121,515.55

SN FIONNTAIN

TOILET FACILITIES

82,735.64

CASTLEDOCKNILL NS

WINDOW PROJECTS

20,431.00

S N ABBAIN

WINDOW PROJECTS

57,600.00

S N SEOSAIMH

ELECTRICAL WORKS

45,540.00

S N NMH SEOSAIMH

WINDOW PROJECTS

39,654.00

DUNCANNON NS

MECHANICAL WORKS

115,996.35

S N RATH AN IUBHAIR

OTHER STRUCTURAL IMPROVEMENTS

53,567.52

GALBALLY NS

ROOF WORKS

48,617.50

ST MARYS NS

WINDOW PROJECTS

57,264.00

KILANERIN NS

TOILET FACILITIES

40,713.60

BARNTOWN NS

ROOF WORKS

191,300.00

SN RAITHIN

WINDOW PROJECTS

19,740.50

SCOIL NAOMH IOSEPH

WINDOW PROJECTS

35,197.85

MONAGEER PRIMARY SCHOOL

ROOF WORKS

26,000.00

S N PADRAIG NFA

85,360.98

ST CATHERINES NS

WINDOW PROJECTS

44,005.00

S.N. BAILE AN PHIARSAIGH

MECHANICAL WORKS

181,799.98

ST. IBARS NS

WINDOW PROJECTS

223,944.86

ST IBERIUS N S

TOILET FACILITIES

52,785.38

ST JOSEPHS SCHOOL

ROOF WORKS

22,765.64

RATHANGAN NS

WINDOW PROJECTS

119,351.95

SCOIL REALT NA MARA

TOILET FACILITIES

50,000.00

HORESWOOD NS

ELECTRICAL WORKS

96,219.51

SCOIL MHUIRE

TOILET FACILITIES

97,512.82

TOTAL WEXFORD

3,328,733.17

WICKLOW

GRANGECON NS

TOILET FACILITIES

14,583.20

SISTERS OF CHARITY NS

WINDOW PROJECTS

100,000.00

ST ANDREWS NS

WINDOW PROJECTS

62,116.87

S N NAOMH MICHAEL

WINDOW PROJECTS

41,000.00

JONATHAN SWIFT NS

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

26,485.49

GLEBE NS

ROOF WORKS

25,268.86

SHILLELAGH NS

OTHER STRUCTURAL IMPROVEMENTS

31,350.00

ST PETERS INFANTS

ROOF WORKS

69,000.00

SN MHUIRE

MECHANICAL WORKS

15,177.09

ST BRIGIDS SCHOOL

WINDOW PROJECTS

138,692.25

ST BRIGIDS CONVENT

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

68,569.26

ST LAURENCES NS

WINDOW PROJECTS

79,350.34

SN NAOMH IOSAF

TOILET FACILITIES

19,500.00

SCOIL CHAOIMHIN NAOFA

ROOF WORKS

8,329.00

ST MARYS NS

ELECTRICAL WORKS

2,283.73

ST JOSEPHS NS

MECHANICAL WORKS

30,760.71

ST MARYS & ST GERARDS

MECHANICAL WORKS

235,971.59

CLOCHAR MUIRE NS

OTHER STRUCTURAL IMPROVEMENTS

61,322.76

RATHDRUM BNS

ROOF WORKS

129,120.00

ANNACURRA NS

WINDOW PROJECTS

80,744.00

SN MUIRE MXD

WINDOW PROJECTS

50,470.00

SCOIL AN CHOROIN MHUIRE

WINDOW PROJECTS

99,617.00

SN NICOLAIS NAOFA

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

9,966.47

NA COROINE MUIRE MXD

WINDOW PROJECTS

34,666.40

KILCOMMON NS

ROOF WORKS

105,600.00

PADRAIG NAOFA NS

ELECTRICAL WORKS

98,033.40

CARNEW NS

MECHANICAL WORKS

117,365.00

MARINO SCHOOL

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

KILMACANOGUE NS

MECHANICAL WORKS

157,950.00

RATHCOYLE NS

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

38,937.00

NAOMH PEADAR N S

ROOF WORKS

93,650.84

AN CHROI RO NAOFA NS

ELECTRICAL WORKS

62,854.40

TINAHELY NS

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

50,181.84

SCOIL NAOMH BRID

WINDOW PROJECTS

20,200.00

ST ERNANS BNS

ROOF WORKS

51,246.22

STRATFORD LODGE NATIONAL SCHOOL

WINDOW PROJECTS

18,189.75

ST FERGALS JUNIOR NS

EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

12,762.28

GREYSTONES NS

ROOF WORKS

44,295.43

ST. FERGAL’S SENIOR NS

ROOF WORKS

16,392.40

ST FRANCIS NS

WINDOW PROJECTS

29,161.70

SCOIL MHUIRE NA NAIRD

WINDOW PROJECTS

40,668.00

BRAY SCHOOL PROJECT NS

OTHER STRUCTURAL IMPROVEMENTS

28,414.25

NEWTOWNMOUNTKENNEDY NS

MECHANICAL WORKS

85,796.89

TOTAL WICKLOW

2,506,044.42

TOTAL PRIMARY SCHOOLS

79,338,394.08

SWS and Capital Jobs Initiative Primary Schools 2011

COUNTY / SCHOOL

PROJECT APPLICATION

ACTUAL AMOUNT PAID 2011

CARLOW

BAILE AN CHUILINN NS

ROOF WORKS

23,800.00

ST MARY’S NS

ELECTRICAL WORKS

11,882.14

ST COLUMBAS NS

ROOF WORKS

FR CULLEN MEMORIAL NS

ROOF WORKS

110,270.51

ST JOSEPHS NS

ELECTRICAL WORKS

ST BRENDANS NATIONAL SCHOOL

MECHANICAL WORKS

SCOIL PADRAIG NAOFA

ELECTRICAL WORKS

9,450.00

SCOIL NAISIUNTA NAOMH PADRAIG

ROOF WORKS

26,254.04

HOLY FAMILY BNS

MECHANICAL WORKS

86,379.51

HOLY FAMILY GNS

MECHANICAL WORKS

150,738.70

TOTAL CARLOW

418,774.90

CAVAN

CORLEA NATIONAL SCHOOL

MECHANICAL WORKS

37,985.02

KILLYGARRY N S

ROOF WORKS

13,968.50

KILLINKERE NS

TOILET FACILITIES

22,711.67

SCOIL BHRIDE

MECHANICAL WORKS

51,574.97

SN TAMHNACH DHUIBH

ROOF WORKS

ST FELIMS NS

ELECTRICAL WORKS

28,264.88

CNOC AN TEAMPAILL

TOILET FACILITIES

22,791.01

BAILIEBORO NS

ROOF WORKS

195,380.47

GREAGHRAHAN NS

MECHANICAL WORKS

27,092.21

S N CILLIN

TOILET FACILITIES

32,640.60

S N LEITIR

TOILET FACILITIES

CARRIGABRUISE NS

TOILET FACILITIES

29,333.50

KILMORE CENTRAL NS

MECHANICAL WORKS

17,072.74

MULLAHORAN CENTRAL NS

MECHANICAL WORKS

55,926.57

CROSSKEYS CENTRAL NS

ELECTRICAL WORKS

37,590.00

ST PATRICKS

MECHANICAL WORKS

37,926.51

TOTAL CAVAN

610,258.65

CLARE

O CALLAGHANS MILLS NS

ELECTRICAL WORKS

8,751.75

ROCKMOUNT MIXED NS

ELECTRICAL WORKS

12,773.95

CLONIGULANE NATIONAL SCHOOL

ELECTRICAL WORKS

9,441.74

BURRANE NATIONAL SCHOOL

MECHANICAL WORKS

14,081.36

SN MHAINISTIR CHUNCHE

MECHANICAL WORKS

ANNAGH NATIONAL SCHOOL

MECHANICAL WORKS

45,164.95

KILLALOE BNS

ELECTRICAL WORKS

47,911.47

SN AN PHAIRTIN MIXED

ELECTRICAL WORKS

43,975.26

SCOIL NA MAIGHDINE MUIRE

MECHANICAL WORKS

2,658.95

COORACLARE NS

ELECTRICAL WORKS

21,297.82

KILNABOY NATIONAL SCHOOL

ELECTRICAL WORKS

8,236.20

ST MARYS NATIONAL SCHOOL

ROOF WORKS

27,128.90

S N BAILE AN DROICHID

CURRICULAR REQUIREMENTS

20,004.43

NEW QUAY NATIONAL SCHOOL

ELECTRICAL WORKS

15,952.18

NAOMH TOLA

ELECTRICAL WORKS

96,803.73

NEWMARKET-ON-FERGUS NS

MECHANICAL WORKS

52,052.47

TOTAL CLARE

426,235.16

CORK

BALLINSPITTLE NS

TOILET FACILITIES

S N CNOC AN BHILE

MECHANICAL WORKS

13,674.60

PRESENTATION COLLEGE

MECHANICAL WORKS

234,762.50

DOUGLAS GNS

MECHANICAL WORKS

86,226.00

FREEMOUNT MIXED NS

MECHANICAL WORKS

15,953.70

CLOGHROE NS

PROJECTS-SPECIAL NEEDS FACILITIES

ST JOSEPHS NS

ROOF WORKS

68,810.00

COBH NS

ELECTRICAL WORKS

26,596.35

NEWMARKET BNS

ROOF WORKS

SEANDROMA NS

MECHANICAL WORKS

WHITEGATE (MXD) NS

ELECTRICAL WORKS

32,025.00

ST JOHN THE BAPTIST NS

ROOF WORKS

RUSHEEN NS

MECHANICAL WORKS

26,200.00

DROMORE NATIONAL SCHOOL

ELECTRICAL WORKS

34,059.27

SCOIL MHUIRE LOURDES CARRIGALINE

ELECTRICAL WORKS

44,616.96

ST VINCENTS CONVENT NS

ROOF WORKS

RIVERSTOWN NS

ROOF WORKS

DROMAHANE NS

ROOF WORKS

SN B TOGHER CORK

ELECTRICAL WORKS

92,471.88

ABBEYSTREWRY NS

MECHANICAL WORKS

35,668.50

SN C BHLARNA

MECHANICAL WORKS

9,703.00

ST FINBARRS BOYS NS

ROOF WORKS

SACRED HEART NS

ELECTRICAL WORKS

25,842.25

UPPER GLANMIRE NS

ELECTRICAL WORKS

43,113.00

BOHERBUE NS

ELECTRICAL WORKS

74,200.00

SCOIL CHOLMCILLE CBS

ROOF WORKS

ADRIGOLE NATIONAL SCHOOL

MECHANICAL WORKS

19,674.39

S N PADRAIG NAOFA B

ROOF WORKS

176,184.92

SN NA MONA FLICHE

MECHANICAL WORKS

CHURCHTOWN NS

MECHANICAL WORKS

S N ATH FHADA

ROOF WORKS

SCOIL NAOMH MHUIRE

MECHANICAL WORKS

42,207.62

KNOCKNAMANAGH NS

ROOF WORKS

41,650.00

SCOIL MHUIRE

ELECTRICAL WORKS

42,649.10

MUIRE GAN SMAL

MECHANICAL WORKS

52,500.00

SN CILL MHUIRE B

ROOF WORKS

27,728.92

SN GLEANNAMHAIN

MECHANICAL WORKS

101,136.01

MARIA ASSUMPTA INFANT SCHOOL

MECHANICAL WORKS

8,225.70

ST CATHERINES NS

ROOF WORKS

101,248.00

SN CLOGACH

ELECTRICAL WORKS

41,496.00

LITTLE ISLAND N S

MECHANICAL WORKS

38,632.82

SN CARRAIG UI LEIGHIN

MECHANICAL WORKS

78,610.91

REALT NA MAIDINE NS

ELECTRICAL WORKS

33,444.60

RATHMORE NS

MECHANICAL WORKS

SN BHREANNDAIN C

TOILET FACILITIES

50,786.05

ST MARY’S CENTRAL SCHOOL

ELECTRICAL WORKS

34,900.63

MHUIRE AR CHNOC HAOINE

ROOF WORKS

218,762.60

SCOIL OILIBHEIR NS

MECHANICAL WORKS

112,035.00

SCOIL BARRA

MECHANICAL WORKS

43,051.75

SCOIL NA MBUACHAILLI

ROOF WORKS

39,908.14

BUN SCOIL MUIRE

ELECTRICAL WORKS

267,295.03

RINGASKIDDY

MECHANICAL WORKS

8,556.80

SCOIL MHUIRE FATIMA

TOILET FACILITIES

50,185.80

TOTAL CORK

2,494,793.80

DONEGAL

GARTAN NS

TOILET FACILITIES

ST MARYS NS

ROOF WORKS

76,500.00

SN GLEANN COIMHEAD

MECHANICAL WORKS

9,116.40

SN AN LEINBH IOSA

TOILET FACILITIES

36,959.42

S N FHIONNAIN

MECHANICAL WORKS

31,690.00

SCOIL TREASA NAOFA

MECHANICAL WORKS

62,765.50

SN DHUN NA NGALL

ROOF WORKS

ST CATHERINES SCHOOL

ROOF WORKS

54,200.30

SCOIL MHUIRE GAN SMAL

ROOF WORKS

SN MHUIRE GAN SMAL

MECHANICAL WORKS

13,674.50

ST PETERS NS

MECHANICAL WORKS

23,398.77

SCOIL MHUIRE

ROOF WORKS

41,783.52

SCOIL PHADRAIG

MECHANICAL WORKS

SCOIL NAISIUNTA AN CHAISEAL

MECHANICAL WORKS

ROBERSTONS NS

MECHANICAL WORKS

46,377.80

NAOMH BODAIN

MECHANICAL WORKS

31,907.42

SCOIL NAOMH FIONAN

MECHANICAL WORKS

SCOIL AODH RUA AGUS NUALA

TOILET FACILITIES

25,914.36

TOTAL DONEGAL

454,287.99

DUBLIN

LUCAN BNS

ROOF WORKS

CLOCHAR LORETO N S

MECHANICAL WORKS

154,185.76

ST JAMES CONVENT NS

ROOF WORKS

56,350.00

SCOIL AN CROI NAOFA

MECHANICAL WORKS

CLOCHAR SAN DOMINIC

TOILET FACILITIES

50,010.80

ST MARYS BNS

ROOF WORKS

80,958.19

ST PATRICKS NS

ELECTRICAL WORKS

HOLY FAMILY NS RATHCOOLE

ROOF WORKS

56,664.21

PRESENTATION PRIMARY SCH

MECHANICAL WORKS

92,085.00

ST. VINCENT’S GIRLS & INFANT SCHOOL

PROJECTS-SPECIAL NEEDS FACILITIES

CORDUFF NS

ELECTRICAL WORKS

ST VINCENTS INF BOYS

PROJECTS-SPECIAL NEEDS FACILITIES

CANON O HANLON MEMORIAL N S

PROJECTS-SPECIAL NEEDS FACILITIES

58,344.99

ST BRIGIDS GIRLS NS

GAS WORKS

71,002.80

ST CLARES CONVENT NS

MECHANICAL WORKS

21,697.90

ST BRIGIDS NS

ELECTRICAL WORKS

64,237.95

ST COLUMBAS CON G&I

MECHANICAL WORKS

21,883.18

SCOIL MHUIRE MARINO

ELECTRICAL WORKS

93,072.04

ST BRIGIDS CONVENT NS

ROOF WORKS

145,512.50

ST BRIGIDS

ELECTRICAL WORKS

36,646.05

ST MOLAGAS

ELECTRICAL WORKS

84,425.76

CHRIST THE KING BNS

TOILET FACILITIES

97,606.00

BALDOYLE BNS

ELECTRICAL WORKS

106,318.10

LARKHILL SCHOOL

TOILET FACILITIES

MUIRE NA DEA COIRLE INFANTS NS

ROOF WORKS

25,867.80

ST PATRICKS SCHOOL

ROOF WORKS

SCOIL MHUIRE OG

ROOF WORKS

GREENLANE NS

MECHANICAL WORKS

SCOIL MHUIRE

ROOF WORKS

ST SYLVESTERS INFANT SCHOOL

ROOF WORKS

SCOIL MAISIUNTA BHAILE EAMOINN

ELECTRICAL WORKS

SCOIL ASSAIM B

ELECTRICAL WORKS

63,714.06

NAI SCOIL IDE

MECHANICAL WORKS

100,214.10

MT ANVILLE PRIMARY SCHOOL

ELECTRICAL WORKS

26,782.12

SCOIL NAISIUNTA NAOMH FEARGAL

ELECTRICAL WORKS

123,130.00

SN PAROISTE MAITIU

ROOF WORKS

35,929.25

CENTRAL REMEDIAL CLINIC

PROJECTS-SPECIAL NEEDS FACILITIES

261,336.60

SCOIL LORCAIN B

TOILET FACILITIES

S N CAITRIONA C

MECHANICAL WORKS

74,201.78

SN C NAOMH PADRAIG

MECHANICAL WORKS

161,551.53

OUR LADY OF ASSUMPTION

PROJECTS-SPECIAL NEEDS FACILITIES

SCOIL NA MBRATHAR

TOILET FACILITIES

34,490.40

ST AUGUSTINE CARYSFORT NS

MECHANICAL WORKS

265,545.75

SCOIL SEAMUS CBS

TOILET FACILITIES

MARY QUEEN OF ANGELS 1 NS

MECHANICAL WORKS

77,473.55

ST MICHAELS HOUSE SPECIAL SCHOOL

TOILET FACILITIES

KILTERNAN NS

ROOF WORKS

55,462.91

SN BRIGHDE

MECHANICAL WORKS

BAINRION NA NAINGAL 2

MECHANICAL WORKS

77,473.55

ST PETERS SPECIAL SCHOOL

MECHANICAL WORKS

42,543.22

BANTIARNA NA MBUANNA B

ELECTRICAL WORKS

132,513.50

BANTIARNA NA MBUANNA G

ELECTRICAL WORKS

80,980.47

ST EITHNES SENIOR GIRLS NS

MECHANICAL WORKS

103,202.47

EOIN BAISDE C NAOIDH

MECHANICAL WORKS

144,343.08

ST MONICA’S NS

MECHANICAL WORKS

99,431.50

SCOIL NAOMH PADARIG

MECHANICAL WORKS

102,272.01

ST JOHN OF GOD SPECIAL SCHOOL

ELECTRICAL WORKS

91,431.01

ST PETERS BNS

ELECTRICAL WORKS

178,580.61

ST PIUS X BNS

ROOF WORKS

131,774.47

ST PIUS X GNS

ROOF WORKS

131,774.47

ST KEVINS BOYS NATIONAL SCHOOL

ELECTRICAL WORKS

112,042.80

HOLY SPIRIT B N S

ROOF WORKS

HOLY SPIRIT NS

ROOF WORKS

SCOIL NAIS IDE CAILINI

ELECTRICAL WORKS

213,427.35

VIRGIN MARY NS

MECHANICAL WORKS

37,820.88

VIRGIN MARY SCHOOL

MECHANICAL WORKS

24,341.36

ST BRIGIDS BNS

ROOF WORKS

22,108.39

SCOIL EOIN

ROOF WORKS

MHUIRE IOSEF JUNIOR

ELECTRICAL WORKS

SCOIL AN TSEACHTAR LAOCH

ELECTRICAL WORKS

59,236.12

ST FRANCIS XAVIER JNS

ROOF WORKS

199,892.93

SCOIL COLMCILLE SNR

MECHANICAL WORKS

ST PAULS JUNIOR NS

MECHANICAL WORKS

147,616.88

SCOIL BHRIDE

ELECTRICAL WORKS

70,102.20

ST FINIANS NS

MECHANICAL WORKS

72,418.50

SCOIL AENGHUSA JUN NS

ROOF WORKS

125,779.37

ST JOSEPHS SPECIAL SCHOOL DUBLIN

MECHANICAL WORKS

61,220.46

OUR LADY IMMAC SEN NS

ROOF WORKS

57,631.70

S N MUIRE AGUS IOSEF

ELECTRICAL WORKS

114,680.58

ST ATTRACTAS JNR NS

PROJECTS-SPECIAL NEEDS FACILITIES

ST KEVIN’S JUNIOR SCHOOL

TOILET FACILITIES

42,543.22

ST OLICER PLUNKETT NS

TOILET FACILITIES

53,874.94

DIVINE WORD NATIONAL SCHOOL

ELECTRICAL WORKS

60,032.63

S N AENGHUSA

TOILET FACILITIES

71,421.21

ST HELENS JUNIOR NATIONAL SCHOOL

MECHANICAL WORKS

51,659.62

ST MARTIN DE PORRES NS

ELECTRICAL WORKS

71,567.58

ST PAULS SEN NS

MECHANICAL WORKS

147,616.88

ST FIACHRA’S SENIOR NATIONAL SCHOOL

ELECTRICAL WORKS

ST COLMCILLE JUN NS

MECHANICAL WORKS

ST PETER APOSTLE SEN NS

MECHANICAL WORKS

100,367.06

BISHOP SHANAHAN NS

TOILET FACILITIES

ST FRANCIS SENIOR NATIONAL SCHOOL

ROOF WORKS

96,038.43

CATHERINE MC AULEY N SC

ROOF WORKS

79,906.28

ST RONANS NS

ELECTRICAL WORKS

ST MARYS NS BELMONT AVE

ROOF WORKS

OUR LADY OF WAYSIDE NS

ROOF WORKS

56,983.50

ST THOMAS SCHOOL

MECHANICAL WORKS

207,882.58

ST BRIGIDS NS

TOILET FACILITIES

187,666.55

ARCHBISHOP MCQUAID SENIOR SCHOOL

ROOF WORKS

ST BRIGIDS/ST AIDANS

MECHANICAL WORKS

143,199.72

HOLY FAMILY NS

TOILET FACILITIES

38,347.51

HOLY FAMILY SENIOR NS

TOILET FACILITIES

68,250.53

SCOIL MHUIR S IOSAF

TOILET FACILITIES

23,814.00

BOOTERSTOWN NS

GAS WORKS

63,462.33

ST JOSEPHS NS

MECHANICAL WORKS

72,481.50

ST DAVIDS NS

ROOF WORKS

OUR LADY NS

ELECTRICAL WORKS

ST JOSEPHS

ELECTRICAL WORKS

74,223.10

ST KEVINS NS

MECHANICAL WORKS

5,904.16

CRUMLIN MULTI DENOMINATIONAL N

ELECTRICAL WORKS

ST DAVIDS NS

ROOF WORKS

ST JOHN OF GOD SPECIAL SCHOOL

ELECTRICAL WORKS

14,658.42

ST ANNES PRIMARY SCHOOL

TOILET FACILITIES

79,259.74

ARCHBISHOP MCQUAID NS

ROOF WORKS

TOTAL DUBLIN

7,042,502.45

GALWAY

SN NAOMH TREASA

ROOF WORKS

31,850.00

SCOIL MHUIRE

ROOF WORKS

34,650.00

SN NAOMH PADRAIG

MECHANICAL WORKS

36,033.90

SCOIL MHUIRE

ROOF WORKS

SCOIL COILM CILLE

MECHANICAL WORKS

41,930.00

SCOIL NAOMH SHEOSAIMH

PROJECTS-SPECIAL NEEDS FACILITIES

ST. PATRICKS NS

MECHANICAL WORKS

55,253.01

SCOIL RONAIN

MECHANICAL WORKS

SCOIL BHAILE NUA

MECHANICAL WORKS

12,200.97

SN COR AN DROMA

ROOF WORKS

BALLINDERRY NS

MECHANICAL WORKS

PAROCHIAL N S

MECHANICAL WORKS

33,024.55

SN IDE NAOFA

ELECTRICAL WORKS

81,103.33

CLAREGALWAY

MECHANICAL WORKS

24,310.41

CREGMORE NS

MECHANICAL WORKS

33,600.00

SN NAOMH FHURSA

ROOF WORKS

CREAGH NS

MECHANICAL WORKS

S N DOMHNACH PADRAIG

PROJECTS-SPECIAL NEEDS FACILITIES

SCOIL NAISIUNTA CAOMHAIN

MECHANICAL WORKS

20,114.50

LOUGH CUTRA NS

MECHANICAL WORKS

38,026.04

SN AN AILL BHREACH

ELECTRICAL WORKS

15,922.22

SN NAOMH THOMAIS

TOILET FACILITIES

3,703.54

SN BREANDAN NAOFA

MECHANICAL WORKS

13,000.00

S N PADRAIC NAOFA

MECHANICAL WORKS

SCOIL MUIRE NAOFA MENLOUGH

MECHANICAL WORKS

35,970.95

PRESENTATION CONVENT

TOILET FACILITIES

SN N BREANDAIN

ROOF WORKS

9,891.28

SCOIL NAISIUNTA CEATHRU NA GAOITHE

TOILET FACILITIES

SCOIL IDE

MECHANICAL WORKS

19,752.20

DOMINICAN CONVENT

ROOF WORKS

BALLYCONEELY NS

ELECTRICAL WORKS

8,260.71

SCOIL NAISIUNTA IOGNAID

ROOF WORKS

CLONBERNE CENTRAL NS

MECHANICAL WORKS

9,100.00

SCOIL MHUIRE

MECHANICAL WORKS

SN AN AILL BHREACH

WINDOW PROJECTS

11,775.35

TOTAL GALWAY

569,472.96

KERRY

CONVENT PRIMARY SCHOOL KERRY

MECHANICAL WORKS

83,567.05

KILGOBNET NS

ELECTRICAL WORKS

33,110.00

LAURAGH NS

ELECTRICAL WORKS

20,303.45

CASTLEDRUM NATIONAL SCHOOL

PROJECTS-SPECIAL NEEDS FACILITIES

CASTLEDRUM NATIONAL SCHOOL

MECHANICAL WORKS

27,125.18

ASDEE NS

MECHANICAL WORKS

10,522.80

BALLYFERRITER NS

MECHANICAL WORKS

65,531.76

SCOIL ATHA NA MBLATH

MECHANICAL WORKS

61,455.96

COOLARD MXD NS

MECHANICAL WORKS

83,639.22

DOUGLAS NS

ELECTRICAL WORKS

24,310.03

SCOIL EOIN

ELECTRICAL WORKS

210,391.44

ST FINIANS AN CORAIN

MECHANICAL WORKS

31,907.42

SCOIL MHUIRE SCOIL AN CHROI RO NAOFA

MECHANICAL WORKS

166,453.00

MUIRE NA MAINISTREACH

ELECTRICAL WORKS

34,909.45

SCOIL MHUIRE

MECHANICAL WORKS

41,892.05

NAOMH CHARTHAIGH

ELECTRICAL WORKS

89,711.12

SPA NATIONAL SCHOOL

PROJECTS-SPECIAL NEEDS FACILITIES

84,706.60

ST ITAS & ST JOSEPHS

PROJECTS-SPECIAL NEEDS FACILITIES

22,031.31

HOLY CROSS MERCY SCHOOL

ELECTRICAL WORKS

54,165.44

ST. FRANCIS SPRCIAL SCHOOL

MECHANICAL WORKS

44,062.62

BALLYDUFF CENTRAL

ELECTRICAL WORKS

65,334.24

GAELSCOIL NAOMH AOGAIN

MECHANICAL WORKS

TOTAL KERRY

1,255,130.14

KILDARE

CELBRIDGE NS

ROOF WORKS

SN BRIGHDE

MECHANICAL WORKS

63,993.12

ST JOSEPH’S BOYS NS

MECHANICAL WORKS

40,361.34

BRANNOXTOWN NS

ROOF WORKS

56,059.05

RATHCOFFEY NS

MECHANICAL WORKS

30,110.12

ST CONLETHS INFANT PRIMARY SCHOOL

MECHANICAL WORKS

50,090.00

SCOIL MHUIRE

ROOF WORKS

29,138.19

SCOIL NA MAINISTREACH

ROOF WORKS

TIERMOHAN NS

ROOF WORKS

19,565.54

KILDANGAN NS

MECHANICAL WORKS

SCOIL MHUIRE

ROOF WORKS

54,028.37

ST MARKS SPECIAL SCH

ROOF WORKS

140,069.76

SCOIL AN LINBH IOSA, BALLYCANE NS

ELECTRICAL WORKS

80,180.87

SAN CARLO JUNIOR NS

ROOF WORKS

SAN CARLO SENIOR NATIONAL SCHOOL

MECHANICAL WORKS

125,889.96

NORTH KILDARE EDUCATE TOGETHER

TOILET FACILITIES

TOTAL KILDARE

689,486.32

KILKENNY

SCOIL MHUIRE

MECHANICAL WORKS

41,571.95

ST BRENDANS NS

ROOF WORKS

58,076.50

ST. JOHNS JNR SCHOOL

MECHANICAL WORKS

SN MUIRE GAN SMAL

ROOF WORKS

120,015.77

SCOIL NAOMH MOLING-GLYNN

ELECTRICAL WORKS

47,806.15

SN BHRIDHE

ROOF WORKS

SCOIL PADRAIG NAOFA

ELECTRICAL WORKS

70,101.73

Colmcille Mixed NS

ELECTRICAL WORKS

22,411.16

SCOIL BHRIDE B7C

MECHANICAL WORKS

31,700.29

HOLYCROSS NS

ROOF WORKS

LISTERLIN NS

MECHANICAL WORKS

86,437.40

TEMPLEORUM NATIONAL SCHOOL

MECHANICAL WORKS

11,015.65

ST CANICES CO ED.

TOILET FACILITIES

19,300.00

TOTAL KILKENNY

508,436.60

LAOIS

ST FINTANS NS

MECHANICAL WORKS

45,582.02

SCOIL BHRIDE

ROOF WORKS

RATH MIXED NS

MECHANICAL WORKS

11,395.51

FRAOCH MOR NS

MECHANICAL WORKS

SCOIL MHUIRE

MECHANICAL WORKS

CULLOHILL NS

MECHANICAL WORKS

33,768.00

TOTAL LAOIS

90,745.53

LEITRIM

ST CAILLINS

ELECTRICAL WORKS

54,514.20

DRUMLEASE NS

ROOF WORKS

13,446.70

LARGY NS

ROOF WORKS

12,933.90

MANORHAMILTON BNS

PROJECTS-SPECIAL NEEDS FACILITIES

SN CORR NA GAOITHE

ELECTRICAL WORKS

SN BEAL AN ATHA MHOIR

MECHANICAL WORKS

57,567.23

FATIMA NS

ROOF WORKS

TOTAL LEITRIM

138,462.03

LIMERICK

ST SENANS NS

PROJECTS-SPECIAL NEEDS FACILITIES

67,200.00

S N FIODHNACH

MECHANICAL WORKS

MARTINSTOWN NS

MECHANICAL WORKS

GLENBROHANE NS

ROOF WORKS

ST JOSEPHS CONVENT

MECHANICAL WORKS

44,587.99

BULGADEN NS

MECHANICAL WORKS

16,713.41

ST MICHAELS NS

TOILET FACILITIES

12,071.64

ST PATRICKS GNS

TOILET FACILITIES

48,286.56

ATHLACCA NS

MECHANICAL WORKS

64,574.53

SCOIL MHUIRE

ROOF WORKS

SCOIL BAILE AN AIRD

ROOF WORKS

25,900.00

MARIA AUXILIATRIX NS

TOILET FACILITIES

37,347.29

S N GEAROID UI GHRIOBHTHA

MECHANICAL WORKS

ST ANNE’S NS

ELECTRICAL WORKS

102,566.28

SCOIL NAOMH MHUIRE

ELECTRICAL WORKS

SN MA RUA

ROOF WORKS

41,300.00

SCOIL MHUIRE

MECHANICAL WORKS

30,184.00

ST. JOSEPH’S BOYS NS

TOILET FACILITIES

KILFINNY NS

MECHANICAL WORKS

6,837.30

ST. VINCENTS SPECIAL SCHOOL

ROOF WORKS

OUR LADY OF LOURDES NS

ELECTRICAL WORKS

76,041.68

MILFORD NATIONAL SCHOOL

ELECTRICAL WORKS

37,985.02

CORPUS CHRISTI NS

MECHANICAL WORKS

114,539.69

SCOIL NAOMH IOSEF

TOILET FACILITIES

18,950.72

MARIA KING PRESENTATION SCHOOL

MECHANICAL WORKS

SCOIL CHAITRIONA

MECHANICAL WORKS

26,700.47

TOTAL LIMERICK

771,786.58

LONGFORD

SCOIL NAOMH MICHAEL

MECHANICAL WORKS

107,883.72

NAOMH PADRAIG NATIONAL SCHOOL

MECHANICAL WORKS

56,977.53

ST BERNARDS MIXED NS

MECHANICAL WORKS

16,654.92

LANESBORO NS

ROOF WORKS

17,242.92

S N NAOMH MHUIRE

MECHANICAL WORKS

27,273.24

ST PATRICKS NS

ROOF WORKS

ST MELS NS

TOILET FACILITIES

28,868.61

TOTAL LONGFORD

254,900.94

LOUTH

NEWTOWN NS

MECHANICAL WORKS

DUN DEALGAN NS

MECHANICAL WORKS

SN CILL SARAIN

ROOF WORKS

39,900.00

SCOIL NAOMH FAINCHE

ROOF WORKS

60,776.03

CASTLETOWN RD CONVENT

MECHANICAL WORKS

20,047.63

TERMONFECKIN NS

PROJECTS-SPECIAL NEEDS FACILITIES

DROMISKIN MIXED NS

ELECTRICAL WORKS

63,716.07

MONASTERY NS

ROOF WORKS

34,807.50

SN NAOMH FHIONAIN

MECHANICAL WORKS

25,609.12

SN BHRIDE

MECHANICAL WORKS

37,910.60

S N CHAOIMHIN NAOFA

ROOF WORKS

63,778.65

SN SAN NIOCLAS

PROJECTS-SPECIAL NEEDS FACILITIES

20,511.91

SCOIL PHADRAIG NAOFA

TOILET FACILITIES

45,661.77

SN BRIGHDE

ELECTRICAL WORKS

73,324.77

ST BUITE’S NS

TOILET FACILITIES

10,863.71

ST BRIGHIDS SPECIAL SCHOOL

MECHANICAL WORKS

65,100.63

ST JOSEPHS NS

MECHANICAL WORKS

61,169.91

SCOIL AONGHUSA

TOILET FACILITIES

15,865.50

SCOIL EOIN BAISTE

ELECTRICAL WORKS

20,478.67

TOTAL LOUTH

659,522.47

MAYO

SCOIL NAOMH BRID

MECHANICAL WORKS

8,736.70

SCOIL NAISIUNTA NAOMH FEICHIN

ELECTRICAL WORKS

ST. JOSEPH’S NS

ROOF WORKS

36,465.61

BONNICONLON NS

ROOF WORKS

21,773.01

LECANVEY NATIONAL SCHOOL

MECHANICAL WORKS

36,225.00

ESKERAGH NS

PROJECTS-SPECIAL NEEDS FACILITIES

19,372.36

CILL MHOR IORRAIS

MECHANICAL WORKS

63,701.40

IRISHTOWN NS

MECHANICAL WORKS

QUIGNAMANGER NS

MECHANICAL WORKS

14,000.00

ST JOHNS NS

MECHANICAL WORKS

CLOONFAD N S

ROOF WORKS

17,089.46

PULLATHOMAS NS

PROJECTS-SPECIAL NEEDS FACILITIES

19,752.20

ARDAGH NS BALLINA

ROOF WORKS

S N BEAL CARADH

ROOF WORKS

CLOGHANS HILL NS

ROOF WORKS

22,791.01

ST PATRICKS NS CASTLEBAR

ROOF WORKS

140,001.94

SCOIL NAISIUNTA BAILE CUISIN

MECHANICAL WORKS

25,449.96

S N TEAGHLAIGH NAOFA

PROJECTS-SPECIAL NEEDS FACILITIES

62,827.22

BALLYVARY NS

ELECTRICAL WORKS

28,529.55

ST PATRICKS CENTRAL NS

TOILET FACILITIES

SWINFORD NS

MECHANICAL WORKS

113,582.00

GAELSCOIUL UILEOG DE BURCA

ROOF WORKS

TOTAL MAYO

630,297.42

MEATH

ST PATRICKS NS

MECHANICAL WORKS

53,179.02

BALLINLOUGH NS

TOILET FACILITIES

61,915.58

SCOIL MHUIRE

MECHANICAL WORKS

34,186.52

OLDCASTLE MIXED NS

TOILET FACILITIES

44,062.62

SCOIL BHRIDE

MECHANICAL WORKS

RATHKENNY NATIONAL SCHOOL

ELECTRICAL WORKS

53,167.36

SCOIL NAIS FININ NAOFA

MECHANICAL WORKS

90,252.41

ST MARYS CONVENT NS

TOILET FACILITIES

31,731.00

SCOIL CHOLMCILLE

TOILET FACILITIES

26,170.38

SN ULTAIN NAOFA

TOILET FACILITIES

23,550.71

SN AN RATH MOR

ROOF WORKS

14,140.00

SN CILL BHRIGHDE

ELECTRICAL WORKS

32,558.59

ST JOSEPHS DUNDERRY NS

ELECTRICAL WORKS

66,442.55

S N PADRAIG NAOFA

MECHANICAL WORKS

53,938.73

SCOIL OILIBHEIR NAOFA

ROOF WORKS

126,798.00

SCOIL NAISIUNTA MHUIRE NAOFA

MECHANICAL WORKS

151,225.14

S N DUN UABHAIR

ELECTRICAL WORKS

30,179.10

ST ANDREWS NS

ROOF WORKS

113,361.85

S N NMH SHEOSAMH

MECHANICAL WORKS

111,593.37

SN NAOMH PADRAIG

ROOF WORKS

96,250.00

RATHREGAN NS

ROOF WORKS

6,762.39

RATHBEGGAN NS

MECHANICAL WORKS

8,850.51

CASTLEJORDAN NS

MECHANICAL WORKS

12,142.00

ST. MARYS SPECIAL SCHOOL

MECHANICAL WORKS

ST PAULS NS

MECHANICAL WORKS

30,388.01

ST MARY’S N S

ROOF WORKS

60,358.20

GAELSCOIL AN BHRAIDAIN FEASA

MECHANICAL WORKS

TOTAL MEATH

1,333,204.04

MONAGHAN

DERAVOY NATIONAL SCHOOL

TOILET FACILITIES

38,924.88

DONAGHMOYNE NS

ROOF WORKS

64,093.74

LISDOONAN NS

ROOF WORKS

57,582.03

CASTLEBLANEY CONVENT

MECHANICAL WORKS

72,854.67

CASTLEBLANEY CON INFS

MECHANICAL WORKS

47,424.30

LATMANARD NS

ROOF WORKS

111,962.56

SCOIL MHICHIL

ELECTRICAL WORKS

S N BLAITHIN IOSA

ROOF WORKS

23,800.00

ST. MARY’S BOYS NS

TOILET FACILITIES

28,367.21

SCOIL MHUIRE B

MECHANICAL WORKS

73,292.10

SCOIL MHUIRE

ROOF WORKS

23,839.40

CLOCHAR LUGHAIDH NAI

ROOF WORKS

37,878.66

ST MARYS THREEMILEHOUSE

MECHANICAL WORKS

102,239.40

ST PATRICKS NS

MECHANICAL WORKS

64,220.73

KILEEVAN CENTRAL NATIONAL SCHOOL

ELECTRICAL WORKS

67,133.64

LATTON NS

MECHANICAL WORKS

46,979.17

NAOMH OLIVER PLUNKETT

ELECTRICAL WORKS

141,690.87

TOTAL MONAGHAN

1,002,283.36

OFFALY

SCOIL NAOMH EOIN

ELECTRICAL WORKS

45,022.29

S N OSMANN

ROOF WORKS

95,158.82

ST BRENDANS MONASTERY

ELECTRICAL WORKS

113,925.00

CLARA CONVENT NS

PROJECTS-SPECIAL NEEDS FACILITIES

96,264.52

POLLAGH NS

TOILET FACILITIES

34,250.84

ST COLMANS NS

ELECTRICAL WORKS

75,666.16

S N PEADAR AGUS POL

ROOF WORKS

15,456.00

SCOIL NAOMH PADRAIG

TOILET FACILITIES

SCOIL BHRIDE

TOILET FACILITIES

27,159.29

TOTAL OFFALY

502,902.92

ROSCOMMON

KILMOVEE NS

MECHANICAL WORKS

LISANISKEY NS

MECHANICAL WORKS

CARRICK MIXED NATIONAL SCHOOL

MECHANICAL WORKS

18,452.36

KILMORE NS

ROOF WORKS

SCOIL NAISIUNTA NAOMH MHUIRE

ELECTRICAL WORKS

5,577.30

STROKESTOWN CON NS

ROOF WORKS

25,436.60

BRUSNA NS

MECHANICAL WORKS

SOOEY NS

TOILET FACILITIES

10,347.12

S N NAOMH EOIN

ROOF WORKS

21,525.00

BALLYFEENEY NS

MECHANICAL WORKS

6,077.40

ST CIARANS NS

MECHANICAL WORKS

38,762.50

MICHAEL AGUS PADRAIG

MECHANICAL WORKS

SCOIL BHRIDE

ELECTRICAL WORKS

20,587.88

TOTAL ROSCOMMON

146,766.16

SLIGO

CORBALLA NS

TOILET FACILITIES

27,447.00

ENNISCRONE NATIONAL SCHOOL

ELECTRICAL WORKS

15,746.92

CARRAROE NS

ROOF WORKS

55,221.27

ARDKEERAN NS

ROOF WORKS

15,640.63

LEAFFONEY NATIONAL SCHOOL 15496Q

ELECTRICAL WORKS

15,176.00

COOLOONEY CONVENT NATIONAL SCHOOL

MECHANICAL WORKS

27,263.63

SN PADRAIG NAOFA

ELECTRICAL WORKS

49,140.00

S N EOIN NAOFA

MECHANICAL WORKS

SN CUL FADA

ROOF WORKS

14,569.80

ST CECILIAS SPECIAL SCHOOL

ROOF WORKS

150,040.98

ST BRENDAN NS SLIGO

TOILET FACILITIES

101,420.01

TOTAL SLIGO

471,666.24

TIPPERARY

BORRISOLEIGH NS

MECHANICAL WORKS

49,000.00

MONARD NS

ELECTRICAL WORKS

21,399.00

THOMASTOWN NATIONAL SCHOOL

MECHANICAL WORKS

47,489.11

CONVENT OF MERCY

TOILET FACILITIES

73,943.96

LISNAMROCK NS

MECHANICAL WORKS

29,536.87

SLIEVEARDAGH NS

MECHANICAL WORKS

28,000.00

CLOCHAR NA TOIRBHIRTE PRESENTATION PRIMARY SCHOOL

ELECTRICAL WORKS

42,000.00

PRESENTATION PRIMARY SCHOOL

MECHANICAL WORKS

119,000.00

SN MUIRE NA NAINGEAL

PROJECTS-SPECIAL NEEDS FACILITIES

31,089.80

ST JOSEPHS NS

MECHANICAL WORKS

HOLLYFORD NS

ROOF WORKS

57,519.00

SN BHRIDE

TOILET FACILITIES

32,015.95

ST MARYS NS

ROOF WORKS

ST MARYS CONVENT PRIM

ROOF WORKS

126,700.00

TWO MILE BORRIS

MECHANICAL WORKS

88,109.46

ST MARYS JNR BNS

MECHANICAL WORKS

141,500.00

SCOIL NA MBRAITHRE

MECHANICAL WORKS

260,468.72

SCOIL NA MBRAITHRE

ELECTRICAL WORKS

52,893.19

S N BAILE NA HINSE

ROOF WORKS

SCOIL NAISIUNTA GORT NA HUAIGHE

ROOF WORKS

52,440.50

S N LUA NAOFA

ROOF WORKS

SN GLEANN GOILL

ROOF WORKS

52,200.00

SN NA MAIGHNE

MECHANICAL WORKS

16,670.50

SN AN GRAINSEACH

TOILET FACILITIES

ST KEVINS NS

MECHANICAL WORKS

59,665.94

SCOIL MHUIRE KILVEMNON

ROOF WORKS

SCOIL MHUIRE

MECHANICAL WORKS

6,267.52

ST ANNES SPECIAL SCHOOL

ELECTRICAL WORKS

127,132.15

NAOMH PADRAIG SENIOR

TOILET FACILITIES

16,811.09

TOTAL TIPPERARY

1,531,852.76

WATERFORD

RINGVILLE MIXED NS

MECHANICAL WORKS

SLIEVERUE MXD NS

MECHANICAL WORKS

26,589.51

SN URSULA NAOFA

MECHANICAL WORKS

182,082.00

OUR LADY OF MERCY N S STRADBALLY

MECHANICAL WORKS

129,908.77

KILLEA BOYS NS

ELECTRICAL WORKS

36,750.00

PASSAGE EAST NS

TOILET FACILITIES

47,139.75

BALLYDUFF B2 NS

MECHANICAL WORKS

107,985.99

RATHGORMACK NS

ROOF WORKS

93,853.20

SN NA CILLE

ROOF WORKS

40,355.00

SCOIL NAISIUNTA MHUIRE LOURDES BUAC 16887N

MECHANICAL WORKS

64,131.00

S N DEAGLAN

MECHANICAL WORKS

37,073.37

MHUIRE NS

ELECTRICAL WORKS

52,965.65

SCOIL NAOMH GOBNAIT

MECHANICAL WORKS

30,029.38

CHRIST CHURCH N S

TOILET FACILITIES

36,731.51

ST MARYS NS

MECHANICAL WORKS

258,222.18

PORTLAW NS

ROOF WORKS

TOTAL WATERFORD

1,143,817.31

WESTMEATH

MULLINGAR CONVENT (JNR)

MECHANICAL WORKS

222,592.23

BALLYNACARGY MXD NS

ROOF WORKS

17,074.26

CROWENSTOWN NS

MECHANICAL WORKS

62,256.63

ROCHFORTBRIDGE CONVENT NS

MECHANICAL WORKS

STREAMSTOWN MIXED NS

MECHANICAL WORKS

47,373.97

SCOIL NA NDUN

MECHANICAL WORKS

96,405.98

CLONBONNY NS

MECHANICAL WORKS

35,400.00

RATH EOGHAN

MECHANICAL WORKS

36,855.00

S N BRIGHDE BUACH

TOILET FACILITIES

20,091.03

CORR NA MADADH N S

MECHANICAL WORKS

77,603.40

EOIN NAOFA NS

MECHANICAL WORKS

6,483.96

ST EARNANS

MECHANICAL WORKS

47,017.34

AN GHRIANAN NS

MECHANICAL WORKS

64,125.36

CHOLMAIN NAOFA

MECHANICAL WORKS

179,821.09

ST MARYS NS

ROOF WORKS

TOTAL WESTMEATH

913,100.25

WEXFORD

BALLAGHKEENE NS

ROOF WORKS

19,040.00

ST JOSEPHS NS

MECHANICAL WORKS

64,540.00

CAMOLIN NS

ROOF WORKS

13,788.56

BALLYCANEW NS

MECHANICAL WORKS

83,567.05

BALLINDAGGIN NS

ROOF WORKS

NEWBAWN NS

MECHANICAL WORKS

42,695.16

BALLYGARRETT NS

ROOF WORKS

KILRANE NS

ELECTRICAL WORKS

46,065.07

SCOIL MHUIRE

ROOF WORKS

65,053.14

CLONGEEN NS

ROOF WORKS

18,703.82

GLYNN NATIONAL SCHOOL

MECHANICAL WORKS

73,240.86

SN FIONNTAIN

MECHANICAL WORKS

113,955.06

SN MHAODHOIG

ELECTRICAL WORKS

50,370.71

S N ABBAIN

MECHANICAL WORKS

52,526.38

S N SEOSAIMH

MECHANICAL WORKS

37,960.00

S N MHUIRE

MECHANICAL WORKS

28,840.13

ST MARYS NS

ROOF WORKS

SN MHUIRE

ROOF WORKS

35,248.58

SCOIL NAOMH IOSEPH

MECHANICAL WORKS

112,910.00

MONAGEER PRIMARY SCHOOL

ELECTRICAL WORKS

20,300.00

S N PADRAIG NFA

MECHANICAL WORKS

36,371.45

BALLYDUFF NS

MECHANICAL WORKS

SCOIL REALT NA MARA

ROOF WORKS

206,436.54

SCOIL MHUIRE

ELECTRICAL WORKS

57,291.50

SCOIL NAOMH MAODHOG

ROOF WORKS

22,400.00

TOTAL WEXFORD

1,310,169.08

WICKLOW

NAOMH PADRAIG

TOILET FACILITIES

7,350.00

ST BRIGIDS NS

ROOF WORKS

NUNS CROSS NS

MECHANICAL WORKS

ST SAVIOURS NS

MECHANICAL WORKS

56,333.90

A N NAOMH MICHAEL

ROOF WORKS

18,705.40

CARYSFORT MIXED NS

ELECTRICAL WORKS

81,103.90

ST PETERS INFANTS

GAS WORKS

PADRAIG NAOFA B NS

MECHANICAL WORKS

172,900.00

SN MHUIRE

MECHANICAL WORKS

52,806.77

ST MARYS & ST GERARDS

ROOF WORKS

26,619.09

CLOCHAR MUIRE NS

ELECTRICAL WORKS

RATHDRUM BNS

GAS WORKS

44,184.00

ANNACURRA NS

MECHANICAL WORKS

SN MUIRE MXD

MECHANICAL WORKS

43,920.80

CROSSBRIDGE NATIONAL SCHOOL

ROOF WORKS

16,899.75

CARNEW NS

ELECTRICAL WORKS

67,650.37

KILMACANOGUE NS

ROOF WORKS

148,191.93

STRATFORD LODGE NATIONAL SCHOOL

ELECTRICAL WORKS

ST FERGALS JUNIOR NS

MECHANICAL WORKS

51,849.55

GREYSTONES NS

ROOF WORKS

178,648.05

ST. FERGAL’S SENIOR NS

ELECTRICAL WORKS

184,756.45

SCOIL MHUIRE NA NAIRD

MECHANICAL WORKS

16,431.87

TOTAL WICKLOW

1,168,351.83

TOTAL PRIMARY SCHOOLS

26,539,207.89

University Legal Fees

Finian McGrath

Question:

159 Deputy Finian McGrath asked the Minister for Education and Skills the amount of money spent by each university on legal fees in 2010 and to date in 2011. [24537/11]

The information requested by the Deputy is being compiled and I will arrange to forward the information as soon as possible.

School Starting Age

Finian McGrath

Question:

160 Deputy Finian McGrath asked the Minister for Education and Skills his plans to raise the school-going age to five and to abolish the transition year. [24538/11]

Robert Troy

Question:

182 Deputy Robert Troy asked the Minister for Education and Skills the position regarding increasing the age at which children start national school and the abolition of the transition year. [24968/11]

I propose to take Questions Nos. 160 and 182 together.

The compulsory school starting age is 6 years of age and a child must be at least 4 years of age before she/he may be enrolled in a primary school.

A proposal to raise the school starting age to 5 years and the abolition of transition year were among a range of budgetary savings options that were put forward to the previous government as a means of reducing teacher payroll costs. These measures were not implemented.

The Deputy will be aware that within the context of the parameters of the EU/IMF Programme of Support for Ireland, it is not possible to give commitments about any future measures that may be required.

Home Tuition Grants

Brendan Griffin

Question:

161 Deputy Brendan Griffin asked the Minister for Education and Skills if a home tuition grant will be made available to a person (details supplied) in County Kerry; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24568/11]

The Deputy will be aware that my Department's home tuition scheme provides funding to parents to provide education at home for children who, for a number of reasons such as chronic illness, are unable to attend school. The scheme was extended in recent years to facilitate tuition for children awaiting a suitable educational placement and also to provide early educational intervention for pre-school children with autism.

Allocation of home tuition for the school year is subject to applicants meeting the eligibility criteria. My Department has no record of receiving home tuition applications for the children mentioned.

The Deputy will be aware that the NCSE is responsible for the provision of a range of educational services at local and national level for students with special educational needs. In particular, its network of Special Education Needs Organisers (SENOs) co-ordinates special needs education provision at local level and arranges for the delivery of special educational services. The SENOs act as single points of contact for parents of students with special educational needs. Another specific function of the SENO is to identify appropriate educational placements for children with special educational needs and SENOs are a valuable source of support to parents who are actively sourcing a placement for their children.

Question No. 162 answered with Question No. 145.

Schools Refurbishment

Derek Nolan

Question:

163 Deputy Derek Nolan asked the Minister for Education and Skills if his attention has been drawn to the study by the National Back Pain Association in the UK which states that the current design of Irish school chairs is not conductive to good posture and back safety; if he will consider phasing out these chairs as part of the natural furniture replacement; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24582/11]

Schools should be satisfied before placing an order that the items tendered are of an acceptable quality and finish. Health and safety is, in the first instance, a matter for each Board of Management and this includes ensuring that school furniture complies with the appropriate standards.

Where the provision of furniture at schools is being grant-aided in whole or in part by my Department, schools must comply with my Department's specifications. These are based on standards set by the National Standard Authority of Ireland or equivalent. In relation to school chairs my Department's specifications require that the chair conform to the Irish (and European) Standard which is I.S. EN 1729 Furniture, Tables and Chairs for Educational Institutions. This is a recent standard dating from 2006.

Departmental Schemes

Brendan Griffin

Question:

164 Deputy Brendan Griffin asked the Minister for Education and Skills if an Inspector will be provided to a person (details supplied) in County Kerry who has applied for the national internship scheme at a national school in County Kerry to complete their diploma in teaching; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24652/11]

The "JobBridge" National Internship Scheme was announced as part of the Government's Jobs Initiative and was launched in June this year. it will provide work experience placements for interns for a 6 or 9 month period.

In consultation with school management bodies and unions, my Department is currently considering the possible extension of this initiative to schools.

School Staffing

Robert Dowds

Question:

165 Deputy Robert Dowds asked the Minister for Education and Skills if the special needs assistant posts he held in reserve are now being filled; and if SNAs who have been made redundant are eligible to apply for these posts. [24660/11]

Having considered all of the applications for SNA support which have been received from mainstream primary and post primary schools, the National Council for Special Education (NCSE) has now advised all mainstream schools of their SNA allocations for the 2011/12 school year, taking into account the number of valid applications for SNA support and the assessed care needs of the children concerned.

In relation to special schools, the existing levels of SNA support in special schools has been maintained in the first instance, in order to assist and protect the most vulnerable children, with a review to take place in the first term of the school year. SNA provision in special schools is currently being reviewed.

As not all applications for SNA support can be made in advance of the school year, in order to prudently manage this valuable but limited resource, the NCSE and my Department decided that 475 of the 10,575 posts should be retained in order to allocate them over the coming school year in cases such as emergency, appeals, acquired injuries or new school entrants with special needs care.

The NCSE will now begin the process of allocating these 475 posts in the coming period in a measured and prioritised manner taking account of the existing levels of SNA support already available in the schools. Accordingly, it is expected that schools, before requesting any review of their SNA provision, will be in a position to demonstrate that they have made every effort to manage their allocation of SNA posts to best effect

Special Educational Needs

Robert Dowds

Question:

166 Deputy Robert Dowds asked the Minister for Education and Skills if it is the case that a junior infant cannot be assessed for special needs assistant support for one year; and his views on allowing such assessment to be made after one term in school. [24661/11]

The Deputy will be aware that the National Council for Special Education (NCSE) is responsible, through its network of local Special Educational Needs Organisers (SENOs) for allocating resource teachers and Special Needs Assistants (SNAs) to schools to support children with special educational needs. The NCSE operates within my Department's criteria in allocating such support. This now includes a requirement for the NCSE to have regard to an overall cap on the number of SNA posts.

The NCSE issued a circular to all schools earlier this year advising of the allocation process for the 2011/2012 school year. A key feature of the amended scheme is to provide for an annual allocation of Special Needs Assistant support to eligible schools. This circular also set out that in the case of new applications for SNA support, where the professional report has identified the care needs as being related specifically to behaviour, including such applications for junior infants, in general it will not be possible to consider access to SNA support until the school has set out the specific strategies that have been employed and that have been implemented to minimise the pupil's difficulties and to promote more adaptive behaviours.

In instances where applications have been made for SNA support for junior infants, for care needs such as medical or toileting needs, as opposed to for behavioural reasons, access to SNA support has been allocated for such qualifying infants. Whereas there is no prescriptive timeframe before which a review may take place, it will be expected that schools, before requesting any such review, will be in a position to demonstrate that they have made every effort to manage pupil behaviour and also to manage any SNA allocation that has already been made to their school to best effect.

Schools Building Projects

Olivia Mitchell

Question:

167 Deputy Olivia Mitchell asked the Minister for Education and Skills the position regarding a school (details supplied) in Dublin 18 with regard to the construction of a permanent building for the school; when he expects this application to proceed to the next stage of the building process; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24754/11]

The project referred to by the Deputy was included in the School Buildings Works Programme for 2011 which was announced on 24th January.

The project to deliver a new 24 classroom building for the school is currently at an advanced stage of architectural planning. The Board of Management was informed in June that the project could proceed to stage 2b which involves securing planning permission, fire certificate and disability access certificate and the completion of tender documents.

When the relevant statutory approvals have been obtained and stage 2b completed, and assuming no issues arise, my Department will then be in contact with the Board of Management with regard to the further progression of the project.

Higher Education Fees

Olivia Mitchell

Question:

168 Deputy Olivia Mitchell asked the Minister for Education and Skills the reason a person (details supplied) in County Wicklow has been classified as a non-resident student and required to pay a higher college fee when they have been living here for the past ten years; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24755/11]

Under the terms of my Department's Free Fee Scheme the Exchequer meets the cost of tuition fees in respect of eligible students who are pursuing full-time undergraduate courses of study which are a minimum of two years duration in an approved higher education institution. The main conditions of the scheme are that students must be first-time undergraduates, hold inter alia EU/EEA/Swiss nationality in their own right, and have been ordinarily resident in an EU/EEA/Swiss state for at least three of the five years preceding their entry to an approved third level course. I understand that the student referred to by the Deputy is a US national and therefore does not meet the nationality requirement of the scheme.

Where undergraduate students, such as non-EU students, do not meet the eligibility criteria of the free fees schemes, it is the higher education institution concerned that determines, in accordance with its criteria, the appropriate tuition fee payable by such students. I also understand, that in this case the student, by virtue of his education and residency in the EU, has been approved by the third level institution concerned as being liable to pay the ‘EU rate of fees'.

Section 473A, Taxes Consolidation Act, 1997, as amended by Section 11 of the Finance Act 2011, provides for tax relief, at the standard rate of tax, for tuition fees paid in respect of approved courses at approved colleges of higher education including certain approved undergraduate and postgraduate courses in E.U. Member States and in non EU countries. Details are available on the Revenue Commissioners' website at www.revenue.ie.

FÁS Training Programmes

John Lyons

Question:

169 Deputy John Lyons asked the Minister for Education and Skills his plans to amend some of the pay structures of the FÁS apprenticeship scheme to take into account persons with families who have gone back to do apprenticeships in view of the case of a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24761/11]

The pay structure for apprentices is a matter for Industry. My Department understands from FÁS that registered apprentices are paid the agreed industry apprentice wage rate by the relevant employer and that the actual rate paid may vary depending on the occupation and employer. All registered apprentices who are scheduled to attend off-the-job training in a FÁS Training Centre or Institute of Technology or College of Further Education are paid a FÁS training allowance which is calculated with reference to the gross Industry Wage Norm for the different trade sectors.

All registered apprentices are also paid a contribution towards travel or accommodation costs by FÁS based on existing eligibility criteria.

I understand that FÁS has no plans at present to amend the existing training allowances for apprentices.

Schools Building Projects

Eoghan Murphy

Question:

170 Deputy Eoghan Murphy asked the Minister for Education and Skills his plans for a site containing a school building and land, purchased by his Department on Haddington Road, Dublin 4. [24773/11]

My Department has acquired the former school building and lands at the location to which the Deputy refers to provide additional school accommodation for the projected increase in pupil numbers in the area.

It is intended that the site will be developed to meet some of this need and this is currently being explored by my Department in consultation with the existing primary schools.

School Curriculum

Eoghan Murphy

Question:

171 Deputy Eoghan Murphy asked the Minister for Education and Skills if a decision has been made to include history as a core subject in the junior cycle. [24774/11]

The NCCA has been asked to review the junior certificate and advise on the scope for reform designed to strengthen literacy and numeracy, embed key skills, promote active learning and enhanced creativity and innovation, and ensure appropriate ways of generating evidence of learning. Concerns have also been raised about curriculum overload, and rote learning.

The Council has completed a public consultation process and has published a report of the consultation findings on its website www.ncca.ie. The Council is currently finalising its advice to me on the direction of reform, in consultation with the partners in education. I expect to receive the advice shortly.

I am aware that teachers of history and geography have raised concerns that their subjects will no longer be compulsory. The requirement to study history and geography in a secondary school but to have different options in vocational schools is a historical anomaly which is no longer appropriate. I believe that students should have as wide a choice as is feasible in their schools given the overall level of student demand and interest, the teaching resources available, and the qualifications profile of staff. They should also acquire a range of knowledge, essential skills and values which will contribute to lifelong learning, and effective social and economic participation. The importance of history and geography in promoting critical analysis skills, interculturalism, an understanding of human development, democracy, past and current world issues, and the skills for an environmentally sustainable life are fully appreciated. I will be guided by the NCCA's advice in this matter.

Schools Building Projects

Éamon Ó Cuív

Question:

172 Deputy Éamon Ó Cuív asked the Minister for Education and Skills the position regarding the progress made in relation to the provision of a replacement building for a school (details supplied) in County Galway; when it is envisaged that approval will be given to go to tender with this project; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24785/11]

The school building project referred to by the Deputy was included in the School Building Works Programme for 2011 which was announced on 24th January.

The Design Team are currently working on finalising the Stage 2b submission (Detailed Design) which will then be submitted to my Department for review.

Subsequently, assuming no issues arise, my Department will be in contact with the Board of Management with regard to the further progression of the project.

Éamon Ó Cuív

Question:

173 Deputy Éamon Ó Cuív asked the Minister for Education and Skills in view of his statements on the unsuitability of prefabs as classroom accommodation, when approval will be given to a school (details supplied) in County Galway for a new school; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24787/11]

The Deputy will be aware that this project was not included in the school building works programme for 2011 published earlier this year by my predecessor.

The progression of all large scale building projects, including this project, from initial design stage through to construction phase will continue to be considered in the context of the Department's multi-annual School Building and Modernisation Programme.

However, in light of competing demands on the capital budget of the Department it is not possible to give an indicative timeframe, at this time, for the progression of this project to completion of tender and construction.

Apprenticeship Programmes

Tony McLoughlin

Question:

174 Deputy Tony McLoughlin asked the Minister for Education and Skills the route he, FÁS and SOLAS are providing to ensure school leavers can be trained as tradespeople (details supplied). [24868/11]

Apprenticeship is the recognised means by which people are trained to become craftspeople in Ireland. FÁS has the statutory responsibility for the organisation and control of designated apprenticeship. FÁS does this in co-operation with my Department, the Institutes of Technology, employers and unions.

The significant reduction in construction activity in Ireland over the last few years has raised difficult issues in relation to the future recruitment of apprentices. It has resulted in a situation where the recruitment of apprentices to the construction industry has declined by roughly 90% since 2007.

It is to be expected that the recruitment of apprentices will rise as the construction industry gradually recovers. However, it is anticipated that the level of annual recruitment will not reach the levels which prevailed during the construction boom — even in the long-term.

It is important that those who have responsibility for planning the intake of apprentices in the future, namely FÁS and the Institutes of Technology, have access to information on what the future levels of apprentice intake are likely to be.

A skills shortage could arise if the demand for apprentices in the future was significantly under-estimated; in contrast, an over-estimation of the future levels of demand for apprentices could result in the State retaining more resources than is required for the training of apprentices.

The Institutes of Technology, FÁS, the Higher Education Authority (HEA) and the Department of Enterprise, Innovation and Jobs as well as my Department are all represented on an Interdepartmental Study Group on Apprentice Forecasting set-up by my Department in 2009. These forecasts can provide an objective, rational basis for planning the future level of apprentice intake. FÁS and the HEA, based on the forecast of apprenticeship intake, monitor the apprenticeship training capacity requirements on a regular basis and, within the relevant budget allocations, make the necessary adjustment to capacity to meet the demand.

Special Educational Needs

Joanna Tuffy

Question:

175 Deputy Joanna Tuffy asked the Minister for Education and Skills when a full-time special needs assistant will be provided in respect of a person (details supplied) in Dublin 20; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24883/11]

The Deputy will be aware that the National Council for Special Education (NCSE) is responsible, through its network of local Special Educational Needs Organisers (SENOs) for allocating resource teachers and Special Needs Assistants (SNAs) to schools to support children with special educational needs. The NCSE operates within my Department's criteria in allocating such support. This now includes a requirement for the NCSE to have regard to an overall cap on the number of SNA posts.

10,575 whole time equivalent (WTE) posts are being provided for SNA support for the coming school year. This is a significant number of posts and unlike other areas of the public sector vacancies are being filled up to this number.

It is considered that with equitable and careful management and distribution of these resources that there should be sufficient posts to provide access to SNA support for all children who require such care support to attend school, in accordance with Departmental criteria.

The NCSE issued a circular to all schools advising of the allocation process for the 2011/2012 school year. A key feature of the amended scheme is to provide for an annual allocation of Special Needs Assistant support to eligible schools.

The NCSE has now advised all mainstream schools, including the school referred to by the Deputy in Palmerstown, Dublin 20, of their SNA allocation for the current school year, taking into account the care needs of qualifying pupils attending the school.

I wish to clarify that the recruitment and deployment of SNAs within schools are matters for the individual Principal/Board of Management. SNAs should be deployed by the school in a manner which best meets the care support requirements of the children enrolled in the school for whom SNA support has been allocated. It is a matter for schools to allocate support as required, and on the basis of individual need, which allows schools flexibility in how the SNA support is utilised.

The NCSE will advise schools early in the new school year of any review process to review allocation decisions to ensure that correct procedures were followed and that they comply with my Department's policy. The merits of individual allocation decisions will not be open to appeal under this mechanism.

It will be expected that schools, before requesting a review, will be in a position to demonstrate that they have made every effort to manage their allocation of SNA posts to best effect.

Schools Building Projects

Tom Hayes

Question:

176 Deputy Tom Hayes asked the Minister for Education and Skills the position regarding an application for school building funding in respect of a school (details supplied) in County Tipperary; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24894/11]

The building project for the school referred to by the Deputy is currently at an advanced stage of architectural planning.

The project was included in the School Building Works Programme for 2011 which was announced on 24th January 2011.

The stage 2b was submitted to my Department this month and is currently under review. When that review is complete officials from my Department will be in contact with the Board of Management regarding the further progression of the project.

Higher Education Grants

Alan Farrell

Question:

177 Deputy Alan Farrell asked the Minister for Education and Skills the guidelines set down by him regarding calculating the distances from residences to colleges under the adjacent and non-adjacent grant scheme; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24905/11]

The measurement of the distances in question is a matter for grant awarding bodies. I understand that a range of mechanisms can be used, for example, online mapping such as AA Route Planner and Google Maps. In all cases, the shortest most direct route to the institution attended is measured. If the distance is disputed, the matter should be taken up with the grant awarding authority concerned. In some cases, it may be necessary to carry out a physical measurement.

Post-Leaving Certification Courses

Simon Harris

Question:

178 Deputy Simon Harris asked the Minister for Education and Skills the number of post-leaving certificate places available in County Wicklow; the location of these places in County Wicklow; the way this number compares with the number of places available in 2007, 2008, 2009 and 2010; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24911/11]

Co. Wicklow Vocational Educational Committee (VEC) operates the PLC programme in County Wicklow. The number of approved PLC places in 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011 is as follows:

2006/2007 academic year — 990 PLC places

2007/2008 academic year — 990 PLC places

2008/2009 academic year — 950 PLC places

2009/2010 academic year — 980 PLC places

2010/2011 academic year — 980 PLC places

2011/2012 academic year — 1,040 PLC places

The reduction in the number of PLC places allocated to Co Wicklow VEC in the 2008/2009 academic year was as a result of the VEC not utilising it's full allocation in the previous year. The increase in the 2009/2010 allocation was in response to increased demand and the allocation of 1,500 additional PLC places nationally.

An additional 60 PLC places were allocated to the VEC in the current academic year as part of the recent Jobs Initiative whereby 1,000 additional PLC places were made available nationally.

Irish Language Exemption

Simon Harris

Question:

179 Deputy Simon Harris asked the Minister for Education and Skills his views on examining the criteria for an Irish language exemption in primary and secondary schools to include consideration of children with diagnoses of Asperger’s syndrome; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24912/11]

In recent years, my Department has given some consideration to consolidating and updating the departmental circulars which deal with exemptions from the study of Irish in recognised primary (12/96) and post-primary schools (M10/94). All aspects of the current arrangements are under consideration including issues in respect of students with special educational needs. The intention is to consider the matter on a comprehensive basis rather than isolate any one aspect of the existing arrangements. Therefore a revised circular is unlikely to issue until consideration is complete including consideration of students with special educational needs.

Schools Building Projects

Michael Creed

Question:

180 Deputy Michael Creed asked the Minister for Education and Skills the situation regarding a request for additional classroom and ancillary accommodation at a school (details supplied) in County Cork; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24942/11]

The school to which the Deputy refers has applied to my Department for funding for the provision of a General Purpose Room (GP), or alternatively to convert two of the existing classrooms into a GP Room and then build two additional classrooms.

The position is that given the current financial constraints within which the Department is operating, priority is being given to applications for essential mainstream classroom accommodation. In this context, it is not possible to give an indicative timeframe for the progression of the project.

Appointments to State Boards

Joe McHugh

Question:

181 Deputy Joe McHugh asked the Minister for Education and Skills the names of the State boards whose membership are determined by his Department; the date on which each of these memberships is due for renewal or appointment; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24956/11]

The information requested by the Deputy is set out below.

Agency Name

Total Board Members

Board Details

An Chomhairle um Oideachais Gaeltachta agus Gaelscolaíochta (COGG)

21

The board was appointed in September 2010 for a 4 year term.

Commission to Inquire Into Child Abuse (CICA)

6

It is not envisaged that further appointments will be made prior to the Commission being dissolved by the Minister.

Education Finance Board (EFB)

9

The board was appointed in February 2009 for a 3 year term.

FÁS

11 (including Director General)

The board was appointed in January 2010. 3 appointments are up to January 2013, 3 are up to January 2014 while the remainder are up to January 2015.

Further Education and Training Awards Council (FETAC)

17

The Council was appointed in December 2006 for a 5 year term. See Note 1 below re: upcoming merger.

Grangegorman Development Agency

15 (including CEO)

The board was appointed in November 2009 for a 3 year term.

Higher Education and Training Awards Council

15

The Council was appointed in December 2006 for a 5 year term.See Note 1 below re: upcoming merger .

Higher Education Authority (HEA)

19

9 appointments are up to January 2012, 8 are up to December 2015 and 1 (Chairperson) to January 2016. The remaining position relates to a nominee of the USI and is due to expire in June 2012.

Irish Research Council for Science, Engineering & Technology (IRCSET)

15 (including Executive Director)

9 appointments to the Council are up to January 2015 and 5 are up to January 2013.

Irish Research Council for the Humanities & Social Sciences (IRCHSS)

12

5 appointments are up to January 2014 and 5 are up to January 2012. The remaining 2 members are co-opted by the council members.

Léargas — The Exchange Bureau

9

The Articles of Association of Léargas provide that, at each annual general meeting, one third of the directors shall retire from office in order of length of service, which in effect gives each director a term of three years. There are currently 4 vacancies.

National Council for Curriculum and Assessment (NCCA)

25

The Council was appointed on 1st April 2009 for a 3 year term.

National Council for Guidance in Education (NCGE)

11

The Council was appointed in July 2010 for a 3 year term.

National Council for Special Education (NCSE)

13

The Council was appointed in December 2009 for a 3 year term. There is currently 1 vacancy.

National Qualifications Authority of Ireland (NQAI)

14

The board of the Authority was appointed in March of this year.See Note 1 re: upcoming merger .

Residential Institutions Redress Board (RIRB)

11

It is not envisaged that any further appointments will be made to the Board prior to the RIRB ceasing operations.

Residential Institutions Review Committee (RIRC)

6

It is not envisaged that any further appointments will be made to the Committee prior to the RIRC ceasing operations.

Skillnets Ltd

13

The Board’s composition and operation are currently being reviewed by officials in the Department.

State Examinations Commission

5

The Commissioners were appointed in March 2009 for a 3 year term.

The Teaching Council

37

The Council was established in March 2009 for a 3 year term.

Question No. 182 answered with Question No. 160.

Job Initiative

Michael McCarthy

Question:

183 Deputy Michael McCarthy asked the Minister for Education and Skills the number of Springboard places out of the 5,900 provided as part of the recent jobs initiative that remain vacant; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [25007/11]

Applications for the 5,900 Springboard places opened on 25 May 2011 through the online applications facility on the Bluebrick.ie web portal. It is open to applicants to submit multiple applications and to date 16,040 applications have been received from 6,736 people. 3,792 applicants have been accepted and are enrolled on courses and 2,378 applications are currently being processed.

As applications are still being submitted and processed, the overall position in relation to uptake will not be known for another few weeks. The majority of Springboard programmes will have commenced by mid October.

Michael McCarthy

Question:

184 Deputy Michael McCarthy asked the Minister for Education and Skills the number of back to education places out of the 3,000 provided as part of the recent jobs initiative that remain vacant; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [25008/11]

The additional 3,000 BTEI places provided as part of the recent Jobs Initiative were allocated to the VECs in June, 2011. These places are designed to provide flexible short term programmes, with priority given to people who are unemployed and who left school prior to completing their Leaving Certificate.

VECs are currently in the process of recruiting participants and initiating programmes for the Jobs Initiative. Data on the number of participants availing of these places will be submitted by VECs as part of end of year reports. The analysis of this data will not be available until early 2012.

Departmental Expenditure

Robert Dowds

Question:

185 Deputy Robert Dowds asked the Minister for Education and Skills the amount of money spent producing Government reports in both Irish and English on a yearly basis. [25409/11]

The information sought by the Deputy is being collated and will be forwarded as soon as possible.

Pension Provisions

Gerry Adams

Question:

186 Deputy Gerry Adams asked the Minister for Public Expenditure and Reform the number of pensions in excess of €100,000 per annum being paid to the Department of An Taoiseach; and the total cost to the State of pensions in excess of €100,000 paid to former staff of the Department of An Taoiseach. [23885/11]

According to data supplied by the Paymaster General's Office, there are three retirees from the Department of the Taoiseach who are in receipt of pensions in excess of €100,000 per annum. I am advised that the total amount paid in respect of pensions above €100,000 per annum, dating from 2006 when the first pension exceeded €100,000 for these retirees, is €1,393,900.

The three individuals retired under the terms of their appointment as Secretaries General. However, I should point out that, before the end of this month, I will introduce the Public Service Pensions (Single Scheme) and Remuneration Bill 2011. This will propose a career averaged rather than final salary pension for Single Scheme members. In addition, the Bill provides that abatement will apply for a Civil or Public Service pensioner who takes up a Public Service position.

Public Service Remuneration

Pearse Doherty

Question:

187 Deputy Pearse Doherty asked the Minister for Public Expenditure and Reform the savings that would be made to the Exchequer if all public sector salaries, including those at semi-State bodies, were reduced and capped at €100,000 per annum. [24406/11]

I refer to the reply by my colleague, the Minister for Finance, to Questions Nos. 39, 43 and 45, taken together, on 5 July 2011.

Anne Ferris

Question:

188 Deputy Anne Ferris asked the Minister for Public Expenditure and Reform the current pay of senior civil servants from higher executive officer to Secretary General; if he will provide a breakdown by Department and by grade; the pension entitlements of same; the other emoluments they are entitled to upon reaching retirement; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24541/11]

Remuneration rates for the Civil Service grades up to Secretary General Level III are detailed in Civil Service Circular No. 28 of 2009 which is accessible through the Department of Public Expenditure and Reform website at http://per.gov.ie/wp-content/uploads/circ282009.pdf

Additionally, the equivalent pay rates for Secretary General Level II are €226,937 (Personal Pension Contribution rate) and €215,590 (Non Personal Pension Contribution rate), and for Secretary General Level I -- €240,286 (Personal Pension Contribution rate) and €228,466 (Non Personal Pension Contribution rate). I should point out that, following the introduction by the Government in June last of a pay ceiling of €200,000 p.a. for senior Public Service posts, all current incumbents of Secretary General Level I and II posts voluntarily waived their entitlement to any salary in excess of €200,000 p.a. New appointees to such posts are subject to the €200,000 p.a. pay ceiling also.

At present, pension terms for Civil Servants are normally based on their service and final salary, subject to certain conditions. In the case of Heads of Departments or Offices, Top-level Appointments Committee (TLAC) terms may also apply. However, I will before the end of this month introduce the Public Service Pensions (Single Scheme) and Remuneration Bill 2011. This will propose a career averaged rather than final salary pension for new entrants to the Civil or Public Service who will be members of the new Single Scheme. In addition, the Bill provides that abatement will apply for a Civil or Public Service pensioner who takes up a Public Service position.

Decentralisation Programme

Anne Ferris

Question:

189 Deputy Anne Ferris asked the Minister for Public Expenditure and Reform the total cost to the State of decentralisation; when a review of the scheme will be published; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24550/11]

The 2009 Report of the Comptroller and Auditor General (C&AG) includes an audit of property management under the decentralisation programme. This report identified capital expenditure on the Programme of 289.4 million Euro on property and recurring costs (leases) of 7 million Euro (as at April 2010). Dublin property disposals were 356m Euro and leases with an annual value of 10m Euro over the same period were surrendered. Non-property costs in the order of 30m Euro were incurred, including the costs of decentralising offices and the OPW's spend on dedicated staffing for the programme. The expenditure figures have not been updated since April 2010 as there has been very little activity on the Programme since then, due to the deferral for budgetary reasons in October 2008 of the implementation of the elements of the programme remaining to be completed at that time.

My Department has commenced work on a review of the Programme, and I hope to report to Government in relation to that review later in the year.

Local Authority Valuations

Catherine Murphy

Question:

190 Deputy Catherine Murphy asked the Minister for Public Expenditure and Reform his plans to amend the Valuation Act 2001 to allow an employer to appeal a rates valuation in volatile economic circumstances; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24887/11]

The Valuation Act 2001 provides for the valuation of all commercial and industrial property and the Commissioner of Valuation is independent in the performance of his functions under the Act and the making of valuations for rating is his sole prerogative.

Under section 28(4) of the Act, a Revision Officer of the Commissioner may carry out a revision of valuation in relation to a particular property only if a material change of circumstances (MCC) has occurred since the property was last revised. MCC is defined in section 3 of the Act as a change of circumstances, which consist of a new building, a change in value due to structural alterations of an existing building, total or partial demolition of a building or a sub-division or amalgamation of relevant property. The definition does not allow for a revision of valuation where the change in value is due to economic factors, differential movements in property values or other external factors such as roads or other infrastructural development in the vicinity of a property.

It is acknowledged that all commercial property owners/occupiers are currently facing economic challenges and the only means, under statute, by which external influences on individual property values can be adequately addressed by the Commissioner, is through the national revaluation programme which is currently underway.

My Department is considering proposals to amend the Valuation Act to modernise and streamline the valuation process in the interests of both the ratepayers and the local authorities.

Pension Provisions

Dominic Hannigan

Question:

191 Deputy Dominic Hannigan asked the Minister for Public Expenditure and Reform his plans to introduce a cap on the pensions of future Presidents of Ireland; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24895/11]

Under the current legislative arrangements, the President of Ireland is entitled to a full pension of half pay on leaving office. I will before the end of this month introduce the Public Service Pensions (Single Scheme) and Remuneration Bill 2011 which will propose a career averaged rather than final salary pension for a President who is a member of the new Single Scheme. The pension that such a President may accrue will also be subject to a cap of 50% of the pay of the office, to cater for a two-term President. In addition, the Bill provides that abatement will apply for a public service pensioner who takes up a public service position, including the Presidency. Finally, it provides for a reduction in the pay of the President, as well as new members of the judiciary, whose pay rates are determined in legislation.

Garda Stations

Denis Naughten

Question:

192 Deputy Denis Naughten asked the Minister for Public Expenditure and Reform further to Parliamentary Question No. 122 of 11 May 2010, the position regarding this project; when the premises will be manned; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24950/11]

Following complete renovation, Clonark Garda Station, Co. Roscommon, will be available for Garda use in mid October 2011. The manning of the Station is an operational matter for An Garda Síochána.

Architectural Heritage

Brendan Griffin

Question:

193 Deputy Brendan Griffin asked the Minister for Public Expenditure and Reform if local workers will be hired in the restoration of Killarney House, County Kerry; if so, when the hiring will begin; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24471/11]

Following a public tendering process, a contract is expected to be placed shortly for the first phase of the works on the restoration of Killarney House, County Kerry. The initial package of works will consist of essential repair works, mainly to the external fabric of the building, including repairs of the roof, chimneystacks, flues, gutters, downpipes, windows and drains. The contractor appointed to carry out the works will be responsible for the engagement of workers for the project.

Civil Service Staff

Anne Ferris

Question:

194 Deputy Anne Ferris asked the Minister for Public Expenditure and Reform the number of promotions from age 63 years to retirement that were awarded to senior civil servants from higher executive officer grade to Secretary General grade over the past ten years on a yearly basis; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24765/11]

The information sought by the Deputy is not collected centrally. Generally, information on the age of a candidate is not part of the candidate information that is collected when promotion competitions take place in the Civil Service.

Selection for appointment to posts in the Civil Service (both internal and external) is governed by the Codes of Practice set down by the Commission for Public Service Appointments. The Commission has a statutory role in ensuring that all appointments are made on merit and as result of fair and transparent processes. The Civil Service is an equal opportunities employer. Age is not one of the eligibility criteria used in the selection process in promotion competitions. Individual Departments and Offices may be able to provide the Deputy with information sought as it applies in each organisation should the Deputy wish to pursue the matter.

Flood Relief

Éamon Ó Cuív

Question:

195 Deputy Éamon Ó Cuív asked the Minister for Public Expenditure and Reform the reason correspondence from this Deputy on a decision made by Government last December on the interaction between Government and the insurance industry on flood insurance in the aftermath of the floods of 2009 was not replied to; if he intends to implement this decision; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24790/11]

I met with the Irish Insurance Industry Federation in July to review the interchange of information between OPW and the IIF. In this regard, OPW has provided extensive data to the IIF, detailing areas of the country which have benefitted from flood protection measures put in place over several decades. In addition, the recently published Preliminary Flood Risk Assessment (PFRA), as part of the CFRAM Programme, has been forwarded to the IIF for its information. This interchange of data contributes to providing opportunities for the insurance industry to make informed decisions in relation to flood risk cover.

Similarly, when complete, the details of the capital protection works in the Lisheenavalla/Caherlea area, will be issued to the IIF to better inform consideration by its members of flood risk cover in that area. It is hoped that the advance phase of these works will be complete before the end of the year, subject to favourable weather conditions. Details of these works have been given to residents in the Clare River area and it is open to them to present this information in support of any application for flood insurance cover.

It has not been possible to respond fully to all correspondence received during the peak summer holiday period due to the normal seasonal constraints on staff resources and the priority assignment of resources to the urgent requirements of the CFRAM programme. A reply to the Deputy's correspondence will issue shortly.

Proposed Legislation

Dominic Hannigan

Question:

196 Deputy Dominic Hannigan asked the Minister for Public Expenditure and Reform his plans to introduce the Construction Contracts Bill into Dáil Éireann this term; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24882/11]

Patrick O'Donovan

Question:

201 Deputy Patrick O’Donovan asked the Minister for Public Expenditure and Reform his plans to introduce the Construction Contracts Bill to Dáil Éireann; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [25011/11]

I propose to take Questions Nos. 196 and 201 together.

The Programme for Government contains a commitment to introduce new legislation to protect small building subcontractors that have been denied payments from bigger companies. In addition, you may be aware that the Construction Contracts Bill 2010 was introduced by Senator Feargal Quinn and passed Committee and remaining stages in the Seanad on 8 March 2011. It is now before the Dáil.

In this regard, my colleague Minister of State Mr Brian Hayes is working with Senator Quinn to continue a collaborative approach in regard to advancing the Bill. The Senator's Bill is a welcome initiative and I understand that Minister Hayes and Senator Quinn held a meeting with relevant stakeholders and opposition spokespersons on 28th June 2011. This consultation highlighted a number of matters relating to the Bill that required further consideration and that have been taken into account in the Regulatory Impact Assessment which is being finalised in my Department at present.

These steps will make it possible to bring proposals to Government about how to progress this legislation. It is intended to have the legislation progress in the Dáil in the current session. It is important that a solution to the problem of non-payment in the construction sector must not place an unnecessary regulatory or cost burden on the parties to the dispute, other parties involved in the project, or the State.

Pension Provisions

Mary Lou McDonald

Question:

197 Deputy Mary Lou McDonald asked the Minister for Public Expenditure and Reform the reason he did not rescind the recent special severance gratuity payment agreed by the Top Level Appointments Committee to the former Secretary General of the Department of the Taoiseach, in view of the fact that this payment, which is clearly defined in section 7 of the Superannuation and Pensions Act 1963 as being a special severance gratuity, could only have been awarded to this person on the instruction of the Minister. [24888/11]

Mary Lou McDonald

Question:

198 Deputy Mary Lou McDonald asked the Minister for Public Expenditure and Reform the reason the former Secretary General to the Department of the Taoiseach was facilitated by him to retire with a full pension at 57 years with no actuarial reduction despite section 6 of the Superannuation and Pensions Act 1963 stating that a notional period shall be added to the established service of a civil servant if he in his discretion so directs. [24889/11]

I propose to take Questions Nos. 197 and 198 together.

Prior to the appointment of the former Secretary General to the post of Secretary General to the Government in January 2000, the Government decided that the terms applicable to Secretaries General appointed under the Top Level Appointments Committee (TLAC) process would apply in his case. At the end of his term in December 2010, the then Government confirmed the application of those TLAC exit terms on his retirement but deferred his retirement until 6 July 2011 at the latest. It was decided by the Government in June 2011 that his retirement be further deferred to 31 July 2011. In these circumstances the payment of the former Secretary General's superannuation and severance benefits was deferred until he ceased to hold office and his benefits were then paid in accordance with the Government decisions made on his appointment and on 7 December 2010.

Appointments to State Boards

Joe McHugh

Question:

199 Deputy Joe McHugh asked the Minister for Public Expenditure and Reform the names of the State boards whose membership are determined by his Department; the date on which each of these memberships is due for renewal or appointment; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24963/11]

The following are the State Boards whose membership is determined by the Department of Public Expenditure and Reform.

Public Appointment Service

The following have been nominated and have agreed to serve on the Board of PAS.

Mr. Eddie Sullivan, Chairman

Mr. Des Dowling, Assistant Secretary — Department of the Environment, Community and Local Government

Ms Deirdre O'Keeffe, Assistant Secretary — Department of Justice and Equality

Ms Patricia Coleman, Director — Department of Public Expenditure and Reform

Mr. Seán McGrath — National Director of HR in the HSE

Ms Judith Eve — former Chairperson the Civil Service Commissioners, Northern Ireland — Ministerial Nomination

Mr. Eddie Molloy — HR Consultant — Ministerial Nomination

Mr. Dan Murphy, former General Secretary of the PSEU — nominated by ICTU

The final member of the Board is Mr. Bryan Andrews, CEO of the PAS who holds office on an ex officio basis.

The appointments are for a period of three years and it is proposed that they will take effect from 1 September 2011.

The Public Appointments Service was established, under the Public Service Management (Recruitment and Appointments) Act 2004, on 19th October 2004.

I (in consultation with Minister for the Environment, Community and Local Government, the Minister for Health and the Minister for Justice, Equality and Defence) have in accordance with the provisions of the Public Service Management (Recruitment and Appointments) Act, 2004, appointed the following persons as members of the Board of the Public Appointments Service (with effect from 1st September, 2011).

An Post National Lottery

An Post National Lottery has a board of seven directors, four of whom (including the chairman) are nominated by an Post and appointed by the Minister for Public Expenditure and Reform while the remaining three directors are both nominated and appointed by the Minister. A director's term of office is generally for three years and a director may serve more than one term of office.

The dates on which each director's term will end are set out in the following table:

Name of Director

Nominated by An Post or by Minister for PER

Date on which term of office expires

Mr. Donal Connell (Chairman)

Nominated by An Post

5th November 2011

Mr. James Hyland

Nominated by An Post

5th November 2011

Ms Barbara Patton

Nominated by Minister

5th November 2011

Mr. Dermot Griffin

Nominated by An Post

5th November 2012

Mr. Micheál Ó Muircheartaigh

Nominated by Minister

5th November 2012

Ms Caroline Murphy

Nominated by An Post

5th November 2013

Mr. Oliver Wilkinson

Nominated by Minister

5th November 2013

The Standards in Public Office Commission

The Standards in Public Office Commission is an independent body established in December 2001 under the Standards in Public Office Act 2001. This legislation was introduced in the Dáil by the Minister for Finance. It is an independent public body — it is not a state agency, and does not carry out departmental policy. It supervises the Ethics in Public Office, the Electoral, and the Party Leaders' Allowance legislation. The Chair of the Commission is appointed by the President on the advice of the Government following resolutions passed by each House of the Oireachtas recommending the appointment. The Ordinary Member is appointed by the Government following resolutions passed by each House approving the proposed appointment.

Departmental Staff

Sean Fleming

Question:

200 Deputy Sean Fleming asked the Minister for Public Expenditure and Reform the number of new Secretaries General and their senior staff appointed to Departments since 9 March 2011 whose appointments were in accordance with the Top Level Appointments Committee arrangements which include provision for substantial severance payments; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [25006/11]

There have been four Secretaries-General appointed to Government Departments since 9 March 2011 as follows, Mr. Robert Watt (Department of Public Expenditure & Reform), Mr. Martin Fraser (Department of the Taoiseach), Mr. Brian Purcell (Department of Justice & Equality) and Mr. Jim Breslin (Department of Children & Youth Affairs). The severance arrangements to which the Deputy refers only apply to Heads of Departments and not to other senior level appointments in Departments.

Their appointments were made in line with Government Decision of 5 March 1987 concerning appointments of Secretaries General of Departments which provides for early retirement terms and a special severance gratuity. These arrangements are currently under review and I expect that proposals will be brought to Government in due course. I should also point out that I will before the end of this month introduce the Public Service Pensions (Single Scheme) and Remuneration Bill 2011. This will propose a career averaged rather than final salary pension for Single Scheme members. In addition, the Bill provides that abatement will apply for a civil or public service pensioner who takes up a public service position. There will be no provision for added years or severance payments in that Bill.

Question No. 201 answered with Question No. 196.

Departmental Expenditure

Robert Dowds

Question:

202 Deputy Robert Dowds asked the Minister for Public Expenditure and Reform the amount of money spent producing Government reports in both Irish and English on a yearly basis. [25416/11]

Following clarification with the Deputy's office I understand that the information being sought is the total expenditure by my Department on translations from English into Irish for 2010. Expenditure in relation to translation costs in 2010 for my Department are covered by material provided by the Department of Finance in respect of that year, given that the Department of Public Expenditure and Reform was not officially established until last July.

Rights Commissioner Service

Jerry Buttimer

Question:

203 Deputy Jerry Buttimer asked the Minister for Jobs, Enterprise and Innovation the reason for the delays in the Rights Commissioners issuing a decision on a case (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24646/11]

The Labour Relations Commission, of which the Rights Commissioner Service is a Division, is a body that acts independently in the carrying out of its functions. The question deals with matters relating to the day-to-day functioning of the Labour Relations Commission and is one in which I have no direct responsibility.

Jerry Buttimer

Question:

204 Deputy Jerry Buttimer asked the Minister for Jobs, Enterprise and Innovation his plans to amend the legislative provisions regarding the Rights Commissioner Service to provide for an administrative complaints procedure; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24647/11]

On 1 July 2011, I announced my intention to streamline the State's five employment rights bodies and to introduce a simpler, more effective system, including a single point of entry for all users of the State's employment rights machinery. The Rights Commissioner Service is part of the Labour Relations Commission, one of the five bodies in question.

On 15 August 2011, I published a consultation paper on this reform process, and invited submissions from interested parties by 16th September. My proposals are aimed at providing Ireland with a world-class employment rights system, as well as reducing costs for taxpayers and users of the system. My proposals include providing a system that will be easy to understand and use; a new integrated two-tier structure to replace the five existing employment rights bodies; individuals being able to take their own case and not having to rely on a legal representative, a representative body or a labour inspector; the development of shared services and integration of back office functions to ensure greater efficiency and savings; support to ensure that speedy resolution can occur at workplace level; related cases being taken at the same hearing; one entry point to the system.

At this stage, it is too early to be precise as to how the reformed entity will operate, whether by a form of ‘administrative complaints procedure' or by some other procedure. These issues will be addressed in the context of the streamlining review.

Registry of Friendly Societies

Joan Collins

Question:

205 Deputy Joan Collins asked the Minister for Jobs, Enterprise and Innovation if an organisation (details supplied) in County Sligo is registered with the Registry of Friendly Societies; if this organisation has met its statutory obligation regarding the filing of annual returns; if the annual returns for 2009 and 2010 have been filed to date; if the Registry of Friendly Societies has an obligation to ensure that registered organisations meet their statutory obligations; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24651/11]

The position in relation to the society referred to by the Deputy is that the society was registered by the Registrar for Friendly Societies on 25 June 2007, under the Industrial and Provident Societies Acts 1893-1978. This legislation requires that societies file an annual return with the Registry of Friendly Societies no later than the thirty-first of March each year. I am informed that the last year for which an annual return has been filed with the Registry of Friendly Societies (RFS) by the society referred to is in respect of the year 2008. The annual returns for the years 2009 and 2010 have not been filed to date.

This information is available on the public file of each society, which includes details of registration, the rules of the society and its annual returns, and is available for inspection at the Registry of Friendly Societies. The Registry of Friendly Societies issues timely notification to registered societies to file annual returns, and in respect of those societies that fail to file on time, subsequent reminders issue. The non-filing of annual returns constitutes an offence under the Industrial and Provident Societies Acts. Provision also exists under the Industrial and Provident Societies Acts for cancellation of the registration of such societies. In this regard the Registrar has cancelled societies in the past for failure to file annual returns and the position in relation to those societies who have outstanding annual returns is kept under review.

Small and Medium Enterprises

Aodhán Ó Ríordáin

Question:

206 Deputy Aodhán Ó Ríordáin asked the Minister for Jobs, Enterprise and Innovation his views on a proposal to establish an independent body, similar to the Money Advice and Budgeting Service, which would provide ongoing financial and budgeting advice to small and medium enterprises; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24885/11]

Suggestions have been made, including under the Credit Suggestions Initiative run by my colleague Minister Noonan in the Department of Finance, for the establishment of an independent body for Small Business, similar to the Money Advice and Budgeting Service (MABS), which would provide ongoing financial and budgeting advice to small and medium enterprises. MABS currently assists people who are over-indebted and need help and advice in coping with debt problems. The role of money advisers is to help clients to assess their financial situation, make a budget plan and deal with creditors.

While there is some merit in the general idea of a MABS for small business, there is a need to fully consider precisely what role it would play and whether a new structure is needed to assist business people in effectively running their businesses. There are already a number of State agencies supporting the enterprise sector which provide, inter alia, advice in relation to general financing of a business and also cashflow management. Business accountants and auditors also provide financial advice and input along with many other private sector specialists. In addition, business representative bodies provide assistance to their members in dealing with financial matters. To the extent that such advisory services are already available, it remains to be seen to what extent a MABS for Small Business would be necessary.

In the context of debt management for overly indebted businesses, the need is for such businesses to develop a recovery strategy and to negotiate a solution with creditors, including the banking sector. Opportunities exist for formal and informal debt restructuring arrangements. In the first instance, businesses in difficulty must recognise their difficulty, confront their problems and discuss their position frankly with their creditors. In the current climate, the most significant creditors would tend to be the banks.

I think the idea of a MABS for Small Business needs to be considered more fully in order to determine what interventions are needed by business and who is best equipped to provide those interventions. The current MABS initiative has a budget requirement in excess of €18m and is provided through 52 independent MABS companies operating local MABS services from 65 locations throughout the country. Any consideration would have to include an examination of existing supports, the demand for a new initiative, the resources, and a cost benefit analysis. In developing any proposal, there should be an involvement and contributions from all stakeholders in the process. I do not think that the State alone should be seen as the solution to the issue either in terms of service delivery or underwriting the cost of any initiative.

Appointments to State Boards

Joe McHugh

Question:

207 Deputy Joe McHugh asked the Minister for Jobs, Enterprise and Innovation the names of the State boards whose membership are determined by his Department; the date on which each of these memberships is due for renewal or appointment; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24961/11]

The information sought by the Deputy is set out in the following table.

DJEI State Board Membership Renewal Dates — PQ 24961/11

Name of Board

How membership is determined

No. of Members

Renewal date(s) for members (if multiple appts due on same date, state that date and no. of members involved)

Personal Injuries Assessment Board

Section 56 of the Personal Injuries Assessment Board Act, 2003

5

12 April 2012 2 Members26 January 2013 x 1 Member12 April 2014 x 1 MemberVacancy x1 Member

Irish Auditing and Accounting Supervisory Authority

Section 11 of the Companies (Auditing and Accounting) Act, 2003

2

03 January 2012 x 1 Member 03 January 2013 x 1 Member

National Consumer Agency

Section 10 of the Consumer Protection Act 2007 provides that the Minister shall appoint the Members of the Agency (with the exception of the CEO, who is appointed by the Agency itself subject to the approval of the Minister. The section also provides that on the anniversary of the establishment day of the Agency and on each subsequent anniversary of that day, two members of the Agency (other than the chairperson and the CEO) shall retire from office. The section further provides that a member of the Agency (other than the CEO) shall serve for not more than 10 consecutive years.

12

There are currently 3 vacancies, 2 since 1st May 2011 and 1 since 1st April 2010. Two posts were recently advertised.

Health and Safety Authority

Section 37 of Safety, Health and Welfare at Work Act 2005 (No. 10 of 2005) states that the Board of the Health and Safety Authority shall consist of a chairperson and 11 ordinary members appointed by the Minister. The ordinary members shall consist of 3 persons nominated by organisations representative of employees, 3 persons nominated by organisations representative of employers and 5 persons the Minister considers appropriate including one person from the Department of Jobs, Enterprise, and Innovation.

12

The term of the Board is three years from date of appointment. The current Board was appointed by the Minister on 20th December 2010 and is due for renewal on 20 December 2013.

Labour Relations Commission

Chair and two other members appointed directly by Minister. Four remaining members appointed by Minister on nomination of other bodies.

7(includingChair)

6th July 2012 (all members)

The Tyndall National Institute

* see following note

13

2 vacancies exist at presentFebruary 2012 1 MemberApril 2013 1 MemberOctober 2013 1 Member January 2014 1 Member October 2014 1 Member October 2014 1 Member January 2015 1 Member January 2015 1 Member April 2015 1 Member July 2016 1 Member

IDA

All members appointed at the discretion of the Minister

12

The two longest serving Board Members retire on 31st December of each year**

Shannon Development

All members appointed at the discretion of the Minister

12

The two longest serving Board Members retire in April of each year at the time of the AGM***

Patent Agents Registration Board

Rule 6(1) of the Register of Patents Agents Rules 1992

5

Jun-13

Trade Mark Agents Registration Board

Rule 51(2) of the Trade Mark Rules 1996

5

Jun-13

Science Foundation Ireland

Appointments to the Board of Science Foundation Ireland are governed by statute under the Industrial Development (Science Foundation Ireland) Act 2003. The Board comprises twelve members in total. Eleven members are appointed by the Minister for Jobs, Enterprise and Innovation, with the consent of the Minister for Finance following consultation with the Minister for Education and Skills. The Minister for Education and Skills can nominate one of these appointments. The Director General is appointed as an ex-officio member of the SFI Board.

12

Sections 9(3) and 9(4) of the Industrial Development (Science Foundation Ireland) Act 2003 deals with the term of office of a Board member. The duration of SFI Board membership is dependent on turnover of members which, on an annual basis and effective from 25th July, includes a minimum of two retirements from the Board per year. A Board member shall not serve more than ten consecutive years.

InterTradeIreland

The Board of InterTradeIreland consists of twelve members, six of whom are nominated by the South and six by the North. In the South, ICTU and IBEC each nominate one member to the Board. These two nominees, along with the four others, are recommended for appointment to the North South ministerial Council (NSMC) by the Minister for Jobs, Enterprise and Innovation.

12

The renewal date for members is 13th December 2011. (The six Northern members are nominated by the Minister for Enterprise, Trade and Investment and the six Southern members are nominated by the Minister for Jobs, Enterprise and Innovation.

National Standards Authority of Ireland (NSAI)

Appointed by the Minister

10

3 longest serving members (excluding ex-officio CEO) to retire on 14 April each year

staff representatives by lot

2

ex-officio

1

Forfás

Members are appointed by the Minister (four Members of the board are ex-officio posts under the establishing legislation — CEOs of Forfás, IDA and Enterprise Ireland and the Director General of SFI)

13

At end of each year December the two longest serving board members are obliged to resign — they are eligible for re-appointment should the Minister so choose

Enterprise Ireland

One ex-officio and eleven ministerial appointment

12

Two members annually on 23rd July

*Appointments to the Board of the Tyndall National Institute. The Board is comprised of 13 members inclusive of a Chairman. Membership of the Board is ratified by the Minister and University College Cork (UCC) under the terms of an agreement between the parties. Under this agreement a maximum of 7 and a minimum of 6 members are appointed by the Board of the Institute on the nomination of the Minister for Jobs, Enterprise and Innovation, 3 members on the nomination of UCC, and 1 member on the nomination of Forfás. The CEO of the Institute is an ex-officio Board member. Additionally, the Chairman of the Board is appointed by UCC on foot of a proposal made by the Minister The term of office of a Board member is normally 5 years but a Board member is eligible for reappointment for a further 5 year term. In exceptional circumstances a further term of 2 years may be offered.

** There is currently one vacancy on the IDA board.

***There are two vacancies currently on the Shannon Development Board.

Industrial Development

Dominic Hannigan

Question:

208 Deputy Dominic Hannigan asked the Minister for Jobs, Enterprise and Innovation the number of site visits that the Industrial Development Agency and Enterprise Ireland have made to IDA and Enterprise Ireland supported companies in County Meath in 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009 and 2010; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24978/11]

The relationship between the enterprise development agencies and their client companies is a day-to-day operational matter for the agencies and not one in which I have a function. Furthermore, for reasons of commercial sensitivity and client confidentiality, it would not be appropriate to make public the normal and regular contacts which the agencies have with their client companies.

On the other hand the number of site visits arranged by IDA for potential investors is available. I have been informed by IDA Ireland that between 2006 and 2010, a total of 16 site visits were made by potential investors to County Meath. A breakdown of these site visits is set out in the following tabular statement. In the main itineraries for site visits relate to mobile investments, normally from overseas. Indigenous investment is not of its nature very mobile.

Table showing the number of first time site visits by potential investors to County Meath in the period 2006 to 2010

Year

2006

2007

2008

2009

2010

Meath

10

0

4

2

0

County Enterprise Boards

Dominic Hannigan

Question:

209 Deputy Dominic Hannigan asked the Minister for Jobs, Enterprise and Innovation the funding for the County Meath Community Enterprise Board in 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009 and 2010; the number of applications supported in each of those years; the amount each successful application received; the number of community enterprise centres in Meath; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24979/11]

The role of Meath County Enterprise Board, as one of a network of County and City Enterprise Boards (CEBs) throughout the country, is to provide a source of support for micro-enterprise in the start-up and expansion phases, to promote and develop indigenous micro-enterprise potential and to stimulate economic activity and entrepreneurship at local level. Business growth, job creation and retention are central to the activities of the CEBs.

Subject to certain eligibility criteria, Meath CEB can provide both financial and non-financial assistance to eligible project promoters. The forms of financial assistance available include Priming Grants, Business Expansion/Development Grants and Feasibility/Innovation Grants. The provision of non-financial assistance includes general Business Advice and Business Management Training as well as Mentoring and Networking opportunities.

The overall Exchequer allocations to Meath CEB for the years 2006 to 2010 including administrative overheads, salaries, and financial supports to micro-enterprises in the form of direct grant aid and soft supports were €916,019, €968,275, €1,042,093, €964,617 and €898,531 respectively.

The information sought by the Deputy in relation to grant assistance is set out as follows. Individual grant details are not retained by this Department. An average grant aid figure per project has been included.

2006

2007

2008

2009

2010

Grants Paid

€204,813

€252,974

€286,336

€228,797

€230,515

No. of Projects Assisted

22

27

26

42

32

Average Grant Issued

€9,310

€9,369

€11,013

€5,448

€7,204

Enterprise Ireland and the CEBs work closely together on the EI Community Enterprise Centre Scheme and provide practical support in terms of space and facilities and a supportive environment for new businesses to emerge and prosper at a local level. Under this scheme three Enterprise Centres have been funded in Meath, they are:

Navan Enterprise Centre, now eight years in existence, is fully occupied and expansion plans have received Enterprise Ireland approval. 27 different tenants employ about 250 people in the 7,000 square metre centre and this is continuing to grow. Epicom Ltd., a specialty packaging company, is one of the largest employers in the centre. Other tenants include Millmount Healthcare, Navan uPVC and the Health Service Executive.

Kells Enterprise Centre Ltd. was completed in December 2006 at an estimated cost of €2.9m. The Centre has a total floor space of 2,280 square metres, with units of approximately 20-750 square metres. Phase 2 of the centre has now moved swiftly ahead and when complete will accommodate 30/35 businesses in a 29,000 square foot facility. Selection will be based on technology and high-value added businesses with a particular emphasis on manufacturing.

Trim Initiative for Development and Enterprise Ltd (TIDE) is planning for future development.

Dominic Hannigan

Question:

210 Deputy Dominic Hannigan asked the Minister for Jobs, Enterprise and Innovation his plans for the restructuring of the community enterprise boards; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24980/11]

The issue of restructuring the CEBs has been in the public domain since the publication of the McCarthy Group Report in 2009. There is no doubt but that the County Enterprise Board model has served the micro-enterprise sector very well over the years but some restructuring of that model is now required to meet the current social, economic and technological landscape of Ireland in line with the many changes since the establishment of the Boards in 1993. The indigenous micro-enterprise sector plays a key part in Irish business and will be vital to our return to economic growth, and it is therefore important that the current deliberations on the most appropriate structures for the support of the micro-enterprise sector are dealt with in a considered and focused manner.

There are a number of schools of thought on the best way forward in relation to CEB restructuring. It will be important to ensure that there is a coherent and cohesive delivery of State support to the indigenous business sector based on clear enterprise policy principles laid down by this Department. Any restructuring must not diminish the State's engagement with and support for our important micro-enterprise sector and in particular must not make it more difficult for the end-user to access the support services available for the Sector.

Within my Department we are currently seeking to determine the extent to which there should be restructuring of the CEBs having regard to the Programme for Government, and to other recommendations on CEB restructuring, taking account of the need to achieve a rational and focused model for entrepreneurs, as well as the need to ensure that there is targeted local delivery of enterprise support, driven by a national enterprise policy, in a manner which eliminates overlap and duplication.

Credit Guarantee Scheme

Dominic Hannigan

Question:

211 Deputy Dominic Hannigan asked the Minister for Jobs, Enterprise and Innovation when he will make the partial credit scheme operational; the amount of money that will be invested in the scheme; the way the scheme will operate; his projections for the scheme for the years 2011-2012; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24981/11]

I am working towards the introduction of a targeted, Temporary Partial Credit Guarantee scheme which will be in operation later in the year.

The current position is that the contract for the design of the Scheme was awarded to Capital for Enterprise Limited (CfEL) on 26th August following a competitive tendering process. CfEL is a Non-Departmental Public Body owned by and reporting to the UK Department for Business, Innovation & Skills. CfEL have extensive experience of developing and operating the Small Firms Loan Guarantee and Enterprise Finance Guarantee schemes in the UK. CfEL is currently actively engaged on the design of an appropriate scheme.

Once a suitable scheme design has been agreed in early October, there will then be a further tendering process to select an operator to allow for the roll out of the scheme towards the end of the year.

As the Scheme is still in the design phase I am not in a position to set out specific details to the Deputy. Under the scheme, a loan guarantee will be provided by the guarantor (the State) to the lender, under strict criteria to target specific identified market failures, thereby facilitating the outflow of additional credit from the banks. Both the borrower and the bank will retain exposure in the event of default. The State will be exposed only to the portion of the loan guaranteed up to a pre-specified limit.

Allowing for a level of default and taking into account income from premiums, there will be an overall direct net cost to the Exchequer. However this net cost will be compensated by Exchequer gains in terms of employment sustained and created, savings on welfare payments and increased direct and indirect tax payments. It should also have a positive impact on exports, contributing to further jobs in the medium-term.

The Government's commitment will be for an initial period of one year. Specific performance criteria will be set down that allow for review and revision of the scheme at the end of that initial period, before any commitment to a roll-over of the scheme for subsequent years.

Enterprise Ireland Mentor Network

Dominic Hannigan

Question:

212 Deputy Dominic Hannigan asked the Minister for Jobs, Enterprise and Innovation the numbers of business mentors under schemes operated by him available in County Meath and nationally; the number of businesses or persons in County Meath and nationally they have interacted with; the frequency with which they met them; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24982/11]

The Enterprise Ireland Mentor Network was established to help companies identify and overcome obstacles to growth and provide tailored advice, guidance and support, to help accelerate growth and build management capability. Mentors are senior executives, drawn from the private sector, with a proven track record in business. They act as a confidential sounding board, advising companies on key operational and strategic issues. The Network is regularly refreshed with CEOs and senior executives with high levels of achievement and with proven skills in a range of areas. Every effort is made to match the Mentor to the specific needs of a company.

A mentoring assignment consists of 10 visits from a Mentor over a 12 month period.

Companies choose a Mentor from a short-list of Mentors with the experience to meet their stated needs.

The goals and objectives are established by the client in agreement with the Mentor at the start of the assignment.

All Mentors sign a strict confidentiality agreement with Enterprise Ireland.

Enterprise Ireland has 291 active mentors on its Mentor Network nationally. Six of these mentors are located in County Meath.

Since 2005, EI mentors have been appointed to 33 assignments with EI and County Enterprise Board clients located in County Meath. 23 of these assignments have been completed over a course of 133 visits and 10 are in progress with 36 visits instigated so far.

Mentors from the Network were appointed to companies across the country in the following years:

2009 — 365 assignments set up

2010 — 327 assignments set up

2011 — To date 259 assignments have been set up, and 420 assignments are currently in progress.

Meath County Enterprise Board and the County and City Enterprise Board (CEB) network across the country provide support for micro-enterprises in the start-up and expansion phases. The assistance provided includes a wide range of one-to-one mentoring, business advice and information services.

Meath CEB's mentoring services are complemented by business advice sessions and ‘Start Your Own Business' (SYOB) training. In 2010, there were 228 business advice sessions and 193 SYOB provisions. Meath CEB has an available panel of 151 mentors across a variety of business specialisations. Mentoring sessions in 2010 to Meath CEB clients totalled 26 individual project promoters with 66 sessions carried out.

Meath CEB offers three mentoring packages as follows:
Developmental Stage Mentoring: This is aimed at those who cannot attend a Start Your Own Business Programme due to personal or work commitments and wish to gain expert advice on how to get started. This package consists of 4 mentoring visits (3 hours per visit).
Crisis Mentoring: This is aimed at businesses in difficulties financial or otherwise who cannot attend training courses but require immediate help with their business. It allows micro-enterprises (i.e. businesses employing 1-10 employees) the opportunity to meet with a business mentor over a period of 1.5 hours to discuss the clients credit control, cash flow or other urgent issues. Additional hours may be granted if necessary.
Subsidised Mentoring: This is for client businesses operating within manufacturing and internationally traded service businesses, those who have been in receipt of a grant from the Board, or those who have the potential to be assisted by the Board, and are offered between 3 and 5 sessions each of 3 hours duration. Mentors may be appointed, at the discretion of the Board, for those businesses operating in the services sector.
CEB mentoring provision operates on broadly similar parameters across the CEB Network. However, it has not been possible within the timescale to provide the required information across the remaining 34 CEBs.
Throughout 2011, the CEBs have continued to be actively involved in the economic development of the country by direct grant aid to businesses and project promoters and through the provision of one-to-one mentoring together with other "soft supports" to business, all of which help to stimulate indigenous enterprise and job creation.

County Enterprise Boards

Dominic Hannigan

Question:

213 Deputy Dominic Hannigan asked the Minister for Jobs, Enterprise and Innovation the cost per job for community enterprise jobs in County Meath; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24983/11]

The role of Meath County Enterprise Board (CEB) as part of the CEB Network is to provide support for small businesses with 10 employees or fewer in the start-up and expansion phases, to promote and develop indigenous micro-enterprise potential and to stimulate economic activity and entrepreneurship at local level, with priority being given to manufacturing and internationally traded services. CEBs recognise that business growth and job creation are inherent considerations in their activities.

Subject to eligibility criteria new and developing micro-enterprises may qualify for financial support from the CEBs in the form of priming, expansion/development and feasibility/innovation grants. In addition, the CEBs deliver a range of non-financial supports to improve management capability development within micro-enterprises designed to help new and existing enterprises to operate effectively and efficiently so as to last and grow.

The average cost of jobs is calculated by reference to the total capital grants paid to promoters since 1993 and the gross jobs existing at the end of 2010. Meath CEB provided €4.910m in capital grant aid to project promoters over that period with gross jobs amounting to 883, giving an average cost per job of €5,561. Allocations to Meath CEB in relation to current expenditures and soft supports are not included in the cost of jobs calculation.

Dominic Hannigan

Question:

214 Deputy Dominic Hannigan asked the Minister for Jobs, Enterprise and Innovation the micro enterprise supports currently available in County Meath; of these, the companies currently utilising them in County Meath; the amount being spent on them; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24984/11]

Meath County Enterprise Board (CEB) as part of the CEB Network provides support for the micro-enterprise sector (small businesses not exceeding 10 employees) in the start-up and expansion phases. CEBs also promote and develop indigenous micro-enterprise potential and stimulate economic activity and entrepreneurship at local level, with priority being given to manufacturing and internationally traded services. CEBs recognise that business growth and job creation are inherent considerations in their activities and while their primary function is to promote enterprise, CEBs can support individuals, firms and community groups provided they have the capacity to achieve commercial viability which is vital to job creation.

The CEBs deliver a range of tailored Programmes and Supports in order to fulfil this role. The overall priorities for Capital expenditure by the CEBs focus on the promotion and stimulation of entrepreneurship at local level and the development of sustainable growth-orientated micro-enterprises, which, over time, can develop into strong export entities. This is done through the provision of both financial assistance and non-financial assistance.

The criteria under which funding is available from the CEBs is based on factors such as the sector of the economy in which an enterprise is operating or intends to operate and the size or proposed size of the enterprise. CEBs can assist in the establishment, and/or development, of new and existing enterprises subject to the following eligibility criteria;

the enterprise must be in the commercial sphere;

the enterprise must demonstrate a market for the product/service;

the enterprise must have a capacity for growth and new job creation;

the enterprise must not employ more than 10 people;

the enterprise must not give rise to deadweight or displacement.

Within the above eligibility criteria there are certain priorities and restrictions imposed such as the following;

priority must be given to enterprises in the manufacturing or internationally traded services sector which over time can develop into strong export entities and graduate to the Enterprise Ireland Portfolio;

tourism enterprises must be aimed predominantly at overseas visitors;

locally provided enterprises promoted by the unemployed, those recently made redundant and women re-entering the workforce can be supported provided that those enterprisesdo not give rise to concerns about deadweight or displacement;

it is considered inappropriate to support other areas such as retail enterprises, personal services (e.g. hairdressers, gardeners, etc), professional services (accountants, solicitors, etc) lacking export potential, construction, etc, as it is considered that these generally give rise to unacceptable deadweight (where projects would have proceeded anyway) and/or displacement (where the projects simply displace business from other players in the market) concerns.

The CEBs can provide both financial and non-financial assistance to a project promoter. The forms of financial assistance, which are available, subject to certain restrictions and conditional on an agreed business plan, include priming Grants for Start-ups, Business Expansion and Development Grants to assist with pre start-up market or product studies to include testing the viability of the business.

The provision of non-financial assistance can take the form of a wide range of business advice and information services, management capability training and development programmes, e-Commerce training initiatives etc. While these soft supports may not directly generate jobs in an enterprise, they can contribute positively to the wider policy objective of building an enterprise culture which, in time, may result in job creation without direct financial assistance from the State.

Through the provision of both financial and non-financial support the CEBs are central in assisting many micro-enterprises in developing their growth potential and, which over time, can develop into strong export entities where they have sufficient mass to access the services of Enterprise Ireland.

In 2010, Meath CEB provided €230,515 in financial assistance to 32 projects resulting in the creation of 43 jobs and sustaining a further 40. In addition, training was provided to 366 participants. To date in 2011 15 projects have been assisted resulting in 22 full time jobs created, and sustaining a further 22 jobs.

During 2011, Meath CEB and the CEB network will continue to be actively involved in the economic development of microenterprises across the regions.

Enterprise Ireland

Dominic Hannigan

Question:

215 Deputy Dominic Hannigan asked the Minister for Jobs, Enterprise and Innovation the number of bank officials that have been trained by Enterprise Ireland in dealing with business loans for small and medium enterprises and micro enterprises in County Meath; what this training entails; when the remaining bank officials will be trained; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24985/11]

This Government recognises the importance of ensuring that bank officials engaged in business lending have a good knowledge and understanding of the financial needs of viable businesses, the sectors and markets they trade in, and modern business models. The development and maintenance of close working relationships between our banks and enterprise will enable Irish companies to trade locally as well as helping them to take full advantage of export growth opportunities.

It is in this context that Enterprise Ireland has established working relationships with both the pillar banks and other SME banks. Knowledge sharing activities have been initiated which have included reciprocal secondments, sectoral briefings, participation in Enterprise Ireland sponsored events including international markets week, the finance for growth workshops and the trade mission to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia in 2010.

This ongoing interaction between Enterprise Ireland and the banks has to date facilitated the participation by over 100 senior bank officials from the main banks, across various general and specialist functions (including Business and Corporate Banking, Trade Finance, Treasury and Credit) in knowledge sharing activities. Enterprise Ireland does not collate data in relation to this type of activity on a county basis.

Additionally, Enterprise Ireland is encouraging the banks to develop propositions for exporters and technology companies that are suited to different stages of growth (start-ups, early stage and mature companies) and to adopt a cashflow lending approach as opposed to the asset backed approach that has been the norm in recent years.

This engagement is ongoing and is a key part of the Government's strategy to ensure that viable businesses have access to credit.

Departmental Expenditure

Robert Dowds

Question:

216 Deputy Robert Dowds asked the Minister for Jobs, Enterprise and Innovation the amount of money spent producing Government reports in both Irish and English on a yearly basis. [25414/11]

My Department has been unable to collate the information sought by the Deputy within the timeframe given. I will endeavour to provide the information to the Deputy as soon as possible.

Social Insurance

Eoghan Murphy

Question:

217 Deputy Eoghan Murphy asked the Minister for Social Protection the amount generated from PRSI contributions in 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010; and the corresponding percentage of total revenue generating in those years. [24768/11]

The total value of PRSI contributions paid into my Department's Social Insurance Fund in each of the years 2007, 2008, 2009 and 2010 is set out in the following table:

PRSI Receipts

Year

2010

2009

2008

2007

€million

€million

€million

€million

TOTAL

6,708

7,165

7,984

7,722

PRSI contributions on average accounted for 99% of revenue generated by the Department in the four years 2007 to 2010. The Social Insurance Fund also received additional income by way of a return on the Social Insurance Investment Accounts and rental income amounting to €407 million and €176,000 respectively in this period. The figures contained in the table are net of the Health Contribution and the National Training Levy which were collected up to last year as part of PRSI contributions and paid over to the Health Service Executive and the Department of Jobs, Enterprise and Innovation.
The above figures do not include revenue generated by the Exchequer through general taxation and applied to social welfare purposes, such as funding means tested social assistance payments or universal entitlements such as Child Benefit.

Social Welfare Appeals

John O'Mahony

Question:

218 Deputy John O’Mahony asked the Minister for Social Protection the reason for the ongoing delay in processing the appeal for disability allowance in respect of a person (details supplied) in County Mayo; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [24443/11]

The Social Welfare Appeals Office has advised me that the disability allowance claim of the person concerned was disallowed following an assessment by a Medical Assessor who expressed the opinion that she was medically unsuitable for the allowance. An appeal was registered on 21 July 2011 and in accordance with the statutory procedures the relevant department papers and the comments of the Social Welfare services on the matter raised in the appeal have been sought. In that context, an assessment by another Medical Assessor will be carried out.

The Social Welfare Appeals Office functions independently of the Minister for Social and Family Affairs and of the Department and is responsible for determining appeals against decisions on social welfare entitlements.

Social Welfare Benefits

John O'Mahony

Question:

219 Deputy John O’Mahony asked the Minister for Social Protection when a person (details supplied) in County Mayo will receive a decision on their application for back to school allowance; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [24453/11]

The Back to School Clothing and Footwear Allowance (BSCFA) scheme operates from the beginning of June until the end of September each year.

A person may qualify for a BSCFA payment if he or she is in receipt of a social welfare or health service executive payment, is participating in an approved employment scheme or attending a recognised education or training course, and has household income at or below certain specified levels.

The BSCFA section has advised that there is no record of an application from the person concerned.

The administrative arrangements for the 2011 Back to School Clothing and Footwear Allowance scheme differ from those that applied in previous years. For this year, the majority of Back to School Clothing and Footwear Allowance entitlements was fully automated with no application form required from customers. Those customers who did not receive an automated payment are required to complete an application form that is available for download from www.welfare.ie or by texting “Form BTSCFA”, followed by their name and address to 51909.

Social Welfare Appeals

Patrick O'Donovan

Question:

220 Deputy Patrick O’Donovan asked the Minister for Social Protection the position regarding a carer’s allowance application in respect of a person (details supplied) in County Wexford; when a decision will issue; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [24461/11]

The Social Welfare Appeals Office has advised me that an appeal by the person concerned was registered in that office on 19 March 2011. It is a statutory requirement of the appeals process that the relevant Departmental papers and comments by or on behalf of the Deciding Officer on the grounds of appeal be sought. These papers were received in the Social Welfare Appeals Office on 21 June 2011 and the appeal has now been assigned an Appeals Officer who will decide whether the case can be decided on a summary basis or whether to list it for oral hearing.

The Social Welfare Appeals Office functions independently of the Minister for Social Protection and of the Department and is responsible for determining appeals against decisions on social welfare entitlements.

Question No. 221 withdrawn.

Social Welfare Benefits

Aodhán Ó Ríordáin

Question:

222 Deputy Aodhán Ó Ríordáin asked the Minister for Social Protection if she will provide information on the operation of the mortgage interest relief supplement which is administered by her, in particular in the context of any engagement she may have had with the mortgage arrears group, which is currently examining the issue of mortgage arrears; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [24473/11]

The purpose of the mortgage interest supplement scheme is to provide short term support to eligible people who are unable to meet their mortgage interest repayments in respect of a house which is their sole place of residence. The supplement assists with the interest portion of the mortgage repayments only.

At the end of December 2010 there were 17,974 people in receipt of mortgage interest supplement, an increase of 337% over the 2007 figure. There are currently over 18,500 households benefiting from the scheme for which €77.2m has been allocated for 2011.

The Department's review of the administrative, policy and legal aspects of the mortgage interest supplement scheme was published in July 2010 in conjunction with the interim report of the Mortgage Arrears and Personal Debt Review Group. The final review of the Mortgage Arrears and Personal Debt Review Group was published in November 2010. These reports set out a number of recommendations. These recommendations are centered on the delivery of significant customer service improvement by ensuring that State support for those unable to deal with mortgage arrears is better targeted, consistent and easily understood. Allied with the focus on customer service improvement are recommendations that seek to ensure that lending institutions, borrowers and the Exchequer share responsibilities and commitments in a balanced way.

The recommendations set out in the Mortgage and Personal Debt Review Group's final report are now being considered in the context of other commitments contained in the Programme for Government in relation to mortgage holders and are now informing the wider remit of the Economic Management Council's review. Specifically, the issue of distressed mortgages is being examined by the Economic Management Council's (EMC) subgroup on Mortgage Over-Indebtedness. The subgroup is due to report to the EMC at the end of September with the final report being issued to Government by the EMC. Any proposed changes to the operation of the Mortgage Interest Supplement will form part of this report.

Catherine Murphy

Question:

223 Deputy Catherine Murphy asked the Minister for Social Protection when she expects the review into the operation of the rent supplement scheme with a view to introducing a code of conduct for rent supplement eligibility similar to that which operates for local authority tenants will be completed and published; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [24474/11]

Social Welfare legislation already provides the Health Service Executive with the authority to refuse payment of a rent supplement in the case of a person who has been required to deliver up possession of a dwelling provided by a housing authority or an approved body where the reasons for that requirement include anti-social behaviour or the interests of good estate management.

In the case of private rented accommodation, tenancy arrangements involve a contract between the landlord and tenant and tenant behaviour is a matter for the landlord in the first instance. There are a number of avenues open to landlords in such cases, including the mediation service for landlords and tenants operated by the Private Residential Tenancies Board and/or recourse to the Garda Síochána and/or the Courts in relation to the enforcement of the law in dealing with anti-social or criminal behaviour. If necessary, the landlord may seek termination of the tenancy which, if effected, would result in the termination of rent supplement.

There is a commitment in the Programme for Government to review the operation of the rent supplement scheme with a view to introducing a code of conduct for rent supplement eligibility similar to that which operates for local authority tenants.

This review should ensure that tenants who are receiving long term support from the State under the rent supplement scheme are subject to the same type of anti-social behaviour regime as local authority tenants. However, the most appropriate way for this to happen is for local authorities to take over full responsibility for meeting the accommodation needs of these individuals. My Department is currently working with the Department of the Environment, Community and Local Government with a view to achieving this goal.

Social Welfare Appeals

Ciaran Lynch

Question:

224 Deputy Ciarán Lynch asked the Minister for Social Protection when a request for an oral hearing regarding an invalidity pension appeal will be decided in respect of a person (details supplied) in County Cork; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [24477/11]

The Social Welfare Appeals Office has advised me that an appeal by the person concerned was registered in that office on 25th August 2011. It is a statutory requirement of the appeals process that the relevant Departmental papers and comments by the Social Welfare Services on the grounds of appeal be sought. When received, the appeal in question will be referred to an Appeals Officer for consideration.

The Social Welfare Appeals Office functions independently of the Minister for Social Protection and of the Department and is responsible for determining appeals against decisions on social welfare entitlements.

Ciaran Lynch

Question:

225 Deputy Ciarán Lynch asked the Minister for Social Protection when an application regarding disability allowance will be determined in respect of a person (details supplied) in County Cork; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [24487/11]

I am advised by the Social Welfare Appeals Office that an Appeals Officer, having fully considered all the evidence, has allowed the appeal of the person concerned by way of summary decision. The person concerned has been notified of the decision.

The Social Welfare Appeals Office functions independently of the Minister for Social Protection and of the Department and is responsible for determining appeals against decisions on social welfare entitlements.

Social Welfare Benefits

Paul Connaughton

Question:

226 Deputy Paul J. Connaughton asked the Minister for Social Protection the reason a person (details supplied) in County Galway did not have their rent allowance reinstated; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [24490/11]

The Health Service Executive has advised that rent supplement has been re-instated to the person concerned from 8th August 2011.

Paul Connaughton

Question:

227 Deputy Paul J. Connaughton asked the Minister for Social Protection if greater clarity will be provided in terms of courses eligible for the back to education allowance as many students are applying for courses on the understanding that they will receive the allowance and then discover that the courses are not eligible; her views on widening the parameters of courses deemed eligible, to include courses such as software development, information systems and pharmaceutical science as the inclusion of such courses would lead to better job prospects for those involved and would also help in the creation of the knowledge economy, a prerequisite to regenerating the country’s economy; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [24491/11]

A person wishing to pursue back to education allowance (BTEA) scheme will have to satisfy a number of conditions such as being a certain age, in receipt of a prescribed social welfare payment for a specified time period, pursuing a full time course of study leading to a recognised qualification in a recognised college and progressing in the level of education held by the client with reference to the national framework of qualifications among others.

The back to education scheme covers a large range of full-time courses of education in approved colleges spanning basic foundation courses to third level courses across all disciplines, including, inter alia, those mentioned in the question. Courses may be pursued up to a higher diploma level in any discipline [level 8 in the National Framework of Qualifications (NFQ)] and to a Graduate Diploma in Education (Primary and Secondary Teaching; level 9 in NFQ). BTEA will not usually be approved if a person holds a qualification equivalent or higher than the qualification for which the application has been received. Other postgraduate qualifications (level 9 or level 10) are not included.

Social Welfare Code

Bernard J. Durkan

Question:

228 Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Social Protection the reasons for reduction on the household benefits package that took effect from 1 September 2011; her future plans regarding this package; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [24498/11]

Paul Connaughton

Question:

240 Deputy Paul J. Connaughton asked the Minister for Social Protection the reason householders were not given prior notice of the changes to the household benefits package; her views that issuing a press release is not a sufficient method of informing persons of the changes and if the possibility of changing the slips issued at post offices in relation to social welfare payments could be explored to allow messages to be inserted, for example informing recipients that as from 1 September the households benefits package would be cut, which would allow families, particularly low income families such as those in receipt of the households benefits package, to plan for the changes in terms of the family budget; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [24583/11]

Eoghan Murphy

Question:

257 Deputy Eoghan Murphy asked the Minister for Social Protection if measures are in place to ensure the most vulnerable in society, especially the over 70’s medical card holders, will not be adversely affected by the cuts in the household benefits package. [24776/11]

I propose to take Questions Nos. 228, 240 and 257 together.

The savings in the fuel allowance scheme and household benefits package were provided for last December in Budget 2011 but were not specified or announced by the Government at that time.

From September 2011 the fuel allowance has been standardised at €20 per week, the rate currently received by the majority of customers, with no additional allowance for living in a smokeless area. The cost of the telephone allowance is reduced following negotiations with Eircom which will ensure that customers receive €26.86 of value on their bills, at a cost to the State of €22.22 per month. The number of free units provided under the electricity and gas allowance will be reduced to the level at the start of 2007 (from 2,400 to 1,800). These three measures will generate savings of €17 million in 2011 and €65 million annually.

The rationale for paying the smokeless allowance to customers in smokeless areas cannot be maintained. The price differential between the types of coal is as low as 2% while the allowance represents an addition of 20% to the fuel allowance. Use of coal has dropped considerably, to about 3%. It is inequitable to continue paying this top-up allowance to some customers and not others when the purpose for which it was intended no longer applies.

As regards the telephone allowance, the deal negotiated with Eircom represents good value for the State and the customer. The main saving is that the Department will no longer pay a monthly rental for handsets, but customers will be able to keep their set at no charge. Indeed a lot of households no longer use or have their original handsets so it makes no sense that the State would continue to pick up this cost.

The reduction in units in the electricity allowance and equivalent gas allowance is essential to control spending. Because the allowances are based on units the full cost of energy increases has been borne by the State, with no incentive for customers to switch to other cheaper companies. Currently, up to 82,000 (21%) customers under-use their allowance of 2,400 units. Only 16% of social welfare customers have switched companies compared to 42% nationally. People will be able to offset some of the reduction in units by availing of cheaper rates.

A poverty impact assessment was carried out in the context of developing a range of options for the future administration of the household benefits package in a de-regulated domestic energy market. While this focused on the potential impact of changing the electricity allowance from a unit base to a cash base to avail of cheaper rates available it also examined the issue of the vulnerability of older people who are the main recipients of the household benefits package.

Data for the 2009 EU Survey on Income and Living Conditions (SILC) show that households comprising predominantly older people had lower consistent poverty rates than other age categories. Single adults aged over 65 with no children had a consistent poverty rate of 0.6% while people in households with 2 adults at least one of whom was aged 65 or over with no children had a consistent poverty rate of 1.0%. In 2009, in the general population, 5.5% of people were in consistent poverty.

My Department will spend over €530 million in 2011 on the fuel scheme and the telephone, gas and electricity elements of the household benefits package which will benefit over 630,000 people. Help will also continue to be available for people with special or additional heating needs through the Heating Supplement and Exceptional Needs Payment Scheme under the Supplementary Welfare Allowance Scheme.

Along with other Departments and agencies, my Department has been working with the Department of Communications, Energy and Natural Resources on an Affordable Energy Strategy which will be published shortly. The most cost-effective means of protecting households from energy poverty in the long term is to reduce their consumption of energy through improving the thermal efficiency of the home. The Sustainable Energy Authority of Ireland (SEAI) has administered an energy efficiency programme for privately owned low income households (Warmer Homes) since 2001. Over 65,000 such households have benefited to date, with a further 15,000 expected to receive energy efficiency upgrades this year. A similar upgrade programme is also in place for local authority houses.

In addition, my colleague the Minister for Communications, Energy and Natural Resources, Pat Rabbitte T.D. announced this week that Electricity and Gas customers experiencing financial hardship will not be disconnected this winter provided they have entered a payment plan or have agreed to the installations of a pay-as-you-go meter. The Commission for Energy Regulation (CER) is to work with all gas and electricity supply companies to implement the initiative.

Furthermore, myself and my colleague the Minister for Communications, Energy and Natural Resources, Pat Rabbitte T.D. are in the process of seeking greater discounts from the ESB in the context of the electricity allowance. However to date I have been disappointed at the apparent reluctance of the ESB to offer what I would regard as meaningful discounts. In circumstances where a large percentage of the ESB's customers are in arrears, my Department is effectively guaranteeing the payment of 390,000 customers' bills on exceptionally favourable payment terms; it is therefore a matter of serious concern to me that the ESB is either unwilling or unable to offer my Department a discount that is commensurate with the benefits it derives from the electricity allowance.

My officials have been liaising with Minister Rabbitte's officials in relation to this matter and we hope to be in a position to arrange a meeting with the CEO of the ESB in order to urgently progress this matter.

As regards informing our customers, these changes were announced by my Department on 12th July 2011. On foot of a press release there was significant coverage in the national papers, radio and television. Information, including a Frequently Asked Questions segment was available on my Department's website www.welfare.ie. My Department’s phone system was updated with a recorded message advising changes to the scheme and a Lo-call number was available for any enquiries. Given the volume of customers in receipt of either a fuel allowance or household benefits package the cost of changing the slip in post offices or writing to customers individually on the changes would be prohibitive in an environment where departments are under pressure to achieve savings.

Pension Provisions

Ciara Conway

Question:

229 Deputy Ciara Conway asked the Minister for Social Protection if the transitional pension, which is due to come to an end in 2013, will be replaced by a similar scheme for persons who retire early but who have enough social insurance contributions; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [24509/11]

There are no plans to introduce a scheme as outlined by the Deputy. State pension (transition) (SPT) is currently paid to people aged 65 who have a minimum yearly average of 24 social insurance contributions and who have retired from work. Currently it ceases at age 66 when the claimant transfers to State pension (contributory) (SPC).

As announced in the National Pensions Framework, State pension age will be increased gradually to 68 years. This will begin in 2014 with the standardisation of State pension age at 66. State pension age will be increased to 67 years in 2021 and to 68 in 2028. It is worth noting that, until the early 1970s, the qualifying age for State pension (contributory) was 70 years of age. By gradually increasing the qualifying age for State pension, people will be further encouraged to remain in employment beyond 65 years of age.

The Quarterly National Household Survey Q4 2010 showed that the numbers currently at work drop dramatically at 65 years of age. While 77.2 per cent of people aged 45-54 years are in employment, this drops to 64.3 per cent for 55-64 year-olds and to just 8.7 per cent for people aged 65 years or older. It is clear, therefore, that the challenges facing the Irish pension system are significant. Increases in life expectancy mean that more people are living to pension age and living longer in retirement. While this is to be welcomed, this has obvious and significant implications in relation to the future costs of State pension provision. The fundamental principle that people need to participate in the workforce for longer needs to be emphasised and they need to contribute more towards their pensions if they are to achieve the income they expect or would like to have in retirement.

People who have retired before State pension age will be entitled to apply for another social welfare payment, as is the current position.

Social Welfare Appeals

Jack Wall

Question:

230 Deputy Jack Wall asked the Minister for Social Protection the position regarding an appeal against the decision not to grant a back to school allowance in respect of a person (details supplied) in County Kildare; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [24522/11]

The Back to School Clothing and Footwear Allowance (BSCFA) scheme operates from the beginning of June until the end of September each year.

A person may qualify for a BSCFA payment if he or she is in receipt of a social welfare or health service executive payment, is participating in an approved employment scheme or attending a recognised education or training course, and has household income at or below certain specified levels.

The person concerned was refused BSCFA as their income exceeded the limit allowable for their family composition.

The BSCFA review section in Letterkenny will arrange to have this decision reviewed as soon as possible. However, due to the large volume of applications received, information regarding the progress of individual reviews will not be available until such time as all applications have been examined and a decision taken.

Dan Neville

Question:

231 Deputy Dan Neville asked the Minister for Social Protection if a report on the progress of a carer’s allowance application will be issued in respect of a person (details supplied) in County Tipperary; and if the file has been sent to the social welfare inspector. [24523/11]

An application for carer's allowance from the person concerned was received in respect of two care recipients. Her application was refused on the grounds that the care recipients were not so disabled as to require fulltime care and attention. A letter has issued to the person concerned informing her of the decision and the reason for it.

Social Welfare Benefits

Jack Wall

Question:

232 Deputy Jack Wall asked the Minister for Social Protection if a person (details supplied) in County Kildare is entitled to a back to school clothing and footwear allowance; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [24530/11]

An automatic payment of a back to school clothing and footwear allowance was made to the spouse of the person concerned on 24th June 2011.

Tax and Social Welfare Codes

Derek Nolan

Question:

233 Deputy Derek Nolan asked the Minister for Social Protection if she will explain the large discrepancy in the number of PPS numbers in existence as compared to the number of persons in the country; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [24531/11]

The PPS No. is the individual's unique reference number for all dealings with Government Departments and public bodies. This covers its use for DSP purposes as well as use by other agencies (in accordance with legislation — Section 262 of the Social Welfare (Consolidation) Act 2005 provides the basis for the allocation, use and sharing of the PPS No.).

These numbers are issued by my Department following checks on an individual's identity. The checks vary depending on the type of individual concerned — we accept notification via the General Register Office of births but for the last number of years (since 2000) insist on a face to face interview before issuing a PPS number to a resident of working age.

There are some 7.4m records on my Department's central database, each identified by a PPS number. These records are for all PPS numbers ever issued so the amount of PPS numbers issued and the population figure should differ. As well as all individuals currently resident in the State who have been issued with a PPS number, the figure also includes any individual who:

since 1979, required a PPS Number and has died,

has been resident in the State but has subsequently left the jurisdiction (including those born in the State since 1971) or

has not been resident in the State but has, for instance, benefited from an Irish Estate (the Revenue Commissioners have a requirement that all beneficiaries of Irish Estates should have a PPS Number).

It is not possible for me to describe all uses that other agencies have for the PPS Number, but it is worth remarking that my Department uses the number to identify an individual's PRSI contributions while they are working in the State. This means that, even after they have left the State, the number allocated to them remains valid. The PRSI contribution information will be relevant to calculating pension entitlements in other jurisdictions as well as this one.

I will also make the point that possession of a number, in itself, does not convey any entitlement. While it can make identifying a person easier for both the individual and the agency, checks on identity and meeting the qualifying conditions for any scheme must be carried out.

My Department takes its stewardship of the individual's data very seriously and, although any database containing the volume and historical content of its client records will contain incomplete and incorrect data, we have processes in place to monitor, correct and enhance the data that we hold. Most importantly, we also continue to enhance the processes associated with collecting the data in the first place.

Social Welfare Benefits

Niall Collins

Question:

234 Deputy Niall Collins asked the Minister for Social Protection the position regarding a back to school allowance application in respect of a person (details supplied) in County Cork. [24546/11]

The person concerned has been awarded a back to school clothing and footwear allowance and a payment issued to her nominated account on the 10th September 2011.

Social Welfare Appeals

Niall Collins

Question:

235 Deputy Niall Collins asked the Minister for Social Protection the position regarding an appeal for illness benefit in respect of a person (details supplied) in County Cork. [24549/11]

The Social Welfare Appeals Office has advised me that the illness benefit claim of the person concerned was disallowed following an examination by a Medical Assessor who expressed the opinion that he was medically unsuitable for the benefit. An appeal was registered on 21st July 2011 and in accordance with the statutory procedures the relevant department papers and the comments of the Social Welfare services on the matter raised in the appeal have been sought. In that context, an examination by another Medical Assessor will be carried out.

The Social Welfare Appeals Office functions independently of the Minister for Social Protection and Family Affairs and of the Department and is responsible for determining appeals against decisions on social welfare entitlements.

Michelle Mulherin

Question:

236 Deputy Michelle Mulherin asked the Minister for Social Protection if she will expedite the processing of the appeal against the refusal of lone parents allowance in respect of a person (details supplied) in County Mayo. [24556/11]

I am advised by the Social Welfare Appeals Office that, the appeal from the person concerned has been referred to an Appeals Officer who proposes to hold an oral hearing on 26 September 2011. The person concerned has been notified of the arrangements.

The Social Welfare Appeals Office functions independently of the Minister for Social Protection and of the Department and is responsible for determining appeals against decisions on social welfare entitlements.

Jim Daly

Question:

237 Deputy Jim Daly asked the Minister for Social Protection the position regarding a pension entitlement in respect of a person (details supplied) in County Cork; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [24563/11]

The Social Welfare Appeals Office has advised me that an appeal by the person concerned was registered in that office on 3rd August 2011. It is a statutory requirement of the appeals process that the relevant Departmental papers and comments by or on behalf of the Deciding Officer on the grounds of appeal be sought. These papers were received in the Social Welfare Appeals Office on 14th September 2011 and the appeal will be assigned an Appeals Officer who, in due course, will decide whether the case can be decided on a summary basis or whether to list it for oral hearing. The Social Welfare Appeals Office functions independently of the Minister for Social Protection and of the Department and is responsible for determining appeals against decisions on social welfare entitlements.

Patrick O'Donovan

Question:

238 Deputy Patrick O’Donovan asked the Minister for Social Protection the position regarding jobseeker’s benefit appeal in respect of a person (details supplied) in County Limerick. [24567/11]

The Social Welfare Appeals Office has advised me that an appeal by the person concerned was registered in that office on 29th July 2011. It is a statutory requirement of the appeals process that the relevant Departmental papers and comments by or on behalf of the Deciding Officer on the grounds of appeal be sought. These papers were received in the Social Welfare Appeals Office on 2nd August 2011 and the appeal was assigned to an Appeals Officer on 29th August 2011 who will decide whether the case can be decided on a summary basis or whether to list it for oral hearing.

The Social Welfare Appeals Office functions independently of the Minister for Social Protection and of the Department and is responsible for determining appeals against decisions on social welfare entitlements.

Social Welfare Benefits

John Lyons

Question:

239 Deputy John Lyons asked the Minister for Social Protection if she will expedite a decision on an application for back to school clothing and footwear allowance in respect of a person (details supplied) in Dublin 11. [24580/11]

The Back to School Clothing and Footwear Allowance (BSCFA) scheme operates from the beginning of June until the end of September each year.

The administrative arrangements for the 2011 BSCFA scheme differ from those that applied in previous years. For this year, the majority of BSCFA entitlements were fully automated with no application form required from customers, 127,000 households in respect of over 250,000 children received their payment automatically in June.

Those customers who did not receive an automated payment are required to complete and return an application form to the Department. The timescale for determining applications for Back to School Clothing and Footwear Allowance claims is dependent on a number of factors including: the number of applications received, when the application is lodged, the availability of the required information such as details of the applicant's income, bank statements and other relevant information regarding an individual's application.

In addition, some aspects of the applications are inevitably time consuming and delays can occur where further investigations or third party evidence is required. Delays can also arise if the applicant is slow to respond to requests for additional information. Staff are working as quickly as possible on clearing the large volume of manual application claims received. Based on the current volume of applications it could take up to 7 weeks from date of receipt to process claims. Departmental records show that an application form was received from the person concerned on 2nd August 2011 and it is expected she will be notified of the outcome of her claim shortly.

Question No. 240 answered with Question No. 228.

Michelle Mulherin

Question:

241 Deputy Michelle Mulherin asked the Minister for Social Protection the position regarding a domiciliary care allowance application in respect of a person (details supplied) in County Mayo; and if the processing of the application will be expedited. [24587/11]

An application for domiciliary care allowance (DCA) was received on 12th August 2011. This application has been forwarded to one of the Department's Medical Assessors for their medical opinion. Upon receipt of this opinion a decision will issue to the customer. Currently it takes approximately eight weeks to process an application.

Social Welfare Code

Bernard J. Durkan

Question:

242 Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Social Protection the procedure to be followed in the case of a person (details supplied) in County Kildare who was advised by their local community welfare officer to sign on for job seekers allowance as a dependant of their partner who has been offered employment under the job bridge national internship scheme and satisfies the prerequisites but who has been told they can not participate as they are only a dependant on their partner’s claim; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [24588/11]

To be eligible to participate on the national internship scheme a person must be currently in receipt of jobseeker's benefit, jobseeker's allowance or jobseeker's credits and have been unemployed for a minimum of 78 days in the preceding 6 months and be actively seeking employment. The person concerned does not satisfy the criteria to qualify for this scheme.

Catherine Murphy

Question:

243 Deputy Catherine Murphy asked the Minister for Social Protection the reason those in receipt of illness benefit are not entitled to be considered for the back to education top up payment even in cases where they are in receipt of equivalent payment to those in receipt of other social welfare payments; her plans to alter the rules; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [24591/11]

The focus of Back to Education Allowance (BTEA) scheme is to assist those who are most marginalised and distant from the labour market to acquire the necessary education to improve their chances of becoming independent of the social welfare system. The BTEA scheme can offer participation in second and third level education by enabling eligible people on social welfare to continue to receive a payment while pursuing an approved full-time education course that leads to a higher qualification than that already held.

The eligibility criteria for participation in the BTEA scheme require a person to be in receipt of Illness Benefit for at least two years prior to commencement of their approved course of study. However, if a person fails to satisfy the two year requirement on Illness Benefit, periods spent on other qualifying social welfare claims can be used to make up the two year qualifying period provided that at least 50% of the two years is spent on Illness Benefit. The 50% rule is relaxed for persons in receipt of Illness Benefit and subsequently qualifies for another qualifying illness related payment.

Additionally, a person in receipt of Illness Benefit can pursue a course of study while receiving payment without recourse to BTEA if it is medically certified that pursuit of the course will not impede his or her recovery.

At present there are no plans to change the qualifying criteria for the BTEA scheme, however all employment schemes will continue to be monitored in the context of the objectives of the scheme and the changing economic circumstances.

Alex White

Question:

244 Deputy Alex White asked the Minister for Social Protection in view of the increased demand amongst unemployed persons to seek retraining and re-education, if the absolute terms of the back to education allowance second level course-78 days receipt of social welfare payment, and third level course-234 days, will be reconsidered and modified in order that a more flexible, tiered approach might be taken to qualifying candidates. [24595/11]

A person wishing to pursue back to education allowance (BTEA) scheme will have to satisfy a number of conditions such as being a certain age, in receipt of a prescribed social welfare payment for a specified time period, pursuing a full time course of study leading to a recognised qualification in a recognised college and progressing in the level of education held by the client with reference to the national framework of qualifications among others.

A waiting period is considered essential given that BTEA confers entitlement to income support for an extended period and avoids establishing a pull factor to the Live Register. It is also considered necessary as it reduces unnecessary provision, for those who will leave the Live Register in any event, in the context of targeting scarce resources at those who need it most.

The qualifying period for the second level option of the scheme has remained at 3 months in recognition of the need for more urgent intervention in the case of people who have not completed formal second level education. With effect from 19th July 2010, the period for which a person is required to be on a qualifying social welfare payment before accessing third level education under the BTEA was reduced from 12 months to 9 months (a 2 year qualifying period continues to apply to participants coming from Illness Benefit). Since 2007, people who are awarded statutory redundancy may access BTEA immediately, provided an entitlement to a relevant social welfare payment is established prior to commencing an approved course of study.

However, if a person wishes to pursue a part time education course they may be able to do so while still obtaining their jobseekers payment. They must apply at their local social welfare office and verify that participation on the course does not reduce their availability for work. In the case of jobseekers benefit, participation on a course does not grant any extension to the normal period for which jobseekers benefit is paid. In May, a new fund, entitled Springboard, which is being managed by the Higher Education Authority (HEA) on behalf of the Department of Education and Skills, provides education and training opportunities to support unemployed people. The target group for this programme of over 200 part-time courses includes unemployed people with a previous history of employment who already hold a higher level qualification at NFQ Levels 6 to 9, who may also require additional upskilling or reskilling in order to re-enter employment. By way of the part-time education option, unemployed people on jobseekers' payments will be facilitated in retaining their payment, subject to continuing entitlement, within the broader back to education framework.

The BTEA, in conjunction with other employment support schemes, will be monitored on an ongoing basis to ensure that it continues to meet its objectives.

Social Welfare Appeals

Seán Kenny

Question:

245 Deputy Seán Kenny asked the Minister for Social Protection when a decision will issue in relation to the appeal for invalidity pension in respect of a person (details supplied) in Dublin 17. [24596/11]

The Social Welfare Appeals Office has advised me that an appeal by the person concerned was registered in that office on 27 June 2011. It is a statutory requirement of the appeals process that the relevant Departmental papers and comments by the Social Welfare Services on the grounds of appeal be sought. When received, the appeal in question will be referred to an Appeals Officer for consideration.

The Social Welfare Appeals Office functions independently of the Minister for Social Protection and of the Department and is responsible for determining appeals against decisions on social welfare entitlements.

Departmental Expenditure

Kevin Humphreys

Question:

246 Deputy Kevin Humphreys asked the Minister for Social Protection the amount spent by her paying all doctors, including those in the employ of the Health Service Executive, and general practitioners for the provision of medical certificates for social welfare applications in 2007, 2008, 2009 and 2010 respectively; if she will divide the total figure into those paid to public sector doctors and general practitioners respectively, on an annual basis; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [24599/11]

The amounts paid to medical practitioners in respect of medical certificates and reports required to support claims for illness benefit and other medical-related payments made by the Department are as follows:

2007 €26.8m

2008 €30.4m

2009 €30.3m

2010 €28.7m

It is not possible to distinguish between payments made to general practitioners and payments made to other medical practitioners.

Social Welfare Benefits

Bernard J. Durkan

Question:

247 Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Social Protection the position regarding an application for invalidity pension in the case of a person (details supplied) in County Kildare; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [24617/11]

Invalidity pension is a payment for people who are permanently incapable of work because of illness or incapacity and who satisfy the contribution conditions.

On 16 September, 2011, the person concerned was refused invalidity pension on the grounds that he was not considered to be permanently incapable of work and he has been notified of this decision. The person concerned is currently in receipt of illness benefit from my Department at a weekly rate of €312.80. Illness benefit is a short-term payment for people who are incapable of work for medical reasons and who satisfy the contribution conditions.

Bernard J. Durkan

Question:

248 Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Social Protection if a person (details supplied) in County Kildare qualifies for back to education allowance; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [24618/11]

To qualify for back to education allowance (third level option) a person must be in receipt of a qualifying payment for at least 234 days. The person concerned has been paid jobseeker's allowance for a total of 92 days and therefore his application for back to education allowance while pursuing a higher national diploma course was refused as he does not satisfy the qualifying conditions.

Bernard J. Durkan

Question:

249 Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Social Protection the reason rent allowance was discontinued in the case of a person (detail supplied) in County Kildare; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [24619/11]

The Health Service Executive has advised that a rent supplement of €599.30 per month continues to be paid to the person concerned.

Bernard J. Durkan

Question:

250 Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Social Protection if and when rent support will be approved in the case of a person (details supplied) in County Kildare; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [24620/11]

The Health Service Executive has advised that it has refused rent supplement in this case as the rent payable is in excess of the prescribed limits and he did not provide a housing needs assessment from his local authority.

Social Welfare Appeals

Michelle Mulherin

Question:

251 Deputy Michelle Mulherin asked the Minister for Social Protection the position regarding an appeal against refusal of disability allowance in respect of a person (details supplied) in County Mayo and if the application will be expedited. [24633/11]

The claim for disability allowance, by the person concerned, was disallowed by a Deciding Officer of the Department on the grounds that she did not satisfy the statutory means test.

I am advised by the Social Welfare Appeals Office that an Appeals Officer having fully considered all the available evidence, disallowed the appeal by way of summary decision. Under Social Welfare legislation, the decision of the Appeals Officer is final and conclusive and may only be reviewed by the Appeals Officer in the light of new evidence or new facts.

Following the submission of additional evidence the Appeals Officer has reviewed, on two separate occasions, his decision in this case. However, the Appeals Officer having considered all the available evidence decided that a revision of his original decision was not warranted. The Social Welfare Appeals Office functions independently of the Minister for Social Protection and of the Department and is responsible for determining appeals against decisions on social welfare entitlements.

Willie O'Dea

Question:

252 Deputy Willie O’Dea asked the Minister for Social Protection when a decision will be reached on an application for domiciliary care in respect of a person (details supplied). [24637/11]

The Social Welfare Appeals Office has advised me that an appeal by the person concerned was registered in that office on 08 March 2011. It is a statutory requirement of the appeals process that the relevant Departmental papers and comments by or on behalf of the Deciding Officer on the grounds of appeal be sought. These papers were received in the Social Welfare Appeals Office on 20 June 2011 and the appeal has now been assigned an Appeals Officer who will decide whether the case can be decided on a summary basis or whether to list it for oral hearing.

The Social Welfare Appeals Office functions independently of the Minister for Social Protection and of the Department and is responsible for determining appeals against decisions on social welfare entitlements.

Social Welfare Code

Jerry Buttimer

Question:

253 Deputy Jerry Buttimer asked the Minister for Social Protection if she will consider amending the legislative conditions which must be satisfied to qualify for family income supplement so that those persons who are maintaining their family but whose children are not normally living with them would qualify for family income supplement; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [24645/11]

The family income supplement (FIS) is designed to provide income for employees on low earnings with families. This preserves the incentive to remain in employment in circumstances where the employee might only be marginally better off than if he or she were unemployed and claiming other social welfare payments.

To qualify for payment of FIS, a person must be engaged in full-time insurable employment which is expected to last for at least 3 months and be working for a minimum of 38 hours per fortnight or 19 hours per week. A couple may combine their hours of employment to meet the qualification criteria. Furthermore, the average family income must be below a specified amount which varies according to the number of qualified children in the family.

The applicant must also have at least one qualified child who normally resides with them or is supported by them. In the case of parents who are separated, a parent who is wholly or mainly maintaining a former spouse can qualify for FIS. However, only one FIS payment can be made in respect of any family.

Furthermore, a person included in one particular family for any period for FIS purposes shall not be regarded as a member of any other family during that period. I have no immediate plans to amend the legislation further in this regard.

Community Employment Schemes

Robert Dowds

Question:

254 Deputy Robert Dowds asked the Minister for Social Protection her plans for community employment; and her further plans to ring fence community employment schemes specifically for persons being rehabilitated from drugs. [24662/11]

From 1st January 2011 policy and funding responsibility for FÁS functions in relation to employment and community employment services was transferred to this Department in accordance with the provisions of the Social Welfare (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 2010.

A number of special community employment projects operate under the National Drugs Strategy 2009-2016. As part of the Strategy (whose primary objective is to continue to tackle the harm caused to individuals and society by the misuse of drugs), FÁS is committed to providing 1,000 places on such projects as part of the overall funding for the community employment programme. These 1,000 community employment places are ring-fenced for persons undergoing rehabilitation from drug addiction. Specific criteria exist for these places and the eligibility for participation. These were revised and agreed with the sector in 2010/2011.

Further work is under way in the context of the National Drug Rehabilitation Implementation Committee to review the allocation of these places and ensure that appropriate referral protocols are in place. Participants can be in specific drug response projects or may be in ‘mainstream' community employment projects.

It is my intention to ensure the continuation of such projects subject to the overall budgetary constraints for the community employment programme.

JobBridge Scheme

Robert Dowds

Question:

255 Deputy Robert Dowds asked the Minister for Social Protection the number of places that have been offered on the job bridge scheme; the number of successful applicants there have been to date in 2011; the number of places that have been removed for being inappropriate; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [24664/11]

As of Friday 16th September a total of 2,471 internship opportunities with host organisations were approved and were available on the JobBridge website to be filled. In addition, to date 1,276 interns have commenced an internship under the JobBridge scheme. Of these, 583 individuals have converted their Work Placement Programme placement into a JobBridge internship.

The Department is continuously monitoring the internships which are located on the JobBridge website. To date approximately 200 internship opportunities, which were clearly not in accordance with the intent of the scheme have been removed.

Tax Reliefs

Eoghan Murphy

Question:

256 Deputy Eoghan Murphy asked the Minister for Social Protection the numbers of persons estimated to begin drawing down additional social welfare payments as a gap solution between reaching retirement at age 65 years and receiving the State pension at age 66 years; and the cost to the Exchequer of same. [24775/11]

The position has not changed since the reply to Question No. 136 (PQ Ref No. 23721/11) on 14 September 2011.

Question No. 257 answered with Question No. 228.

Éamon Ó Cuív

Question:

258 Deputy Éamon Ó Cuív asked the Minister for Social Protection when final decisions will be made on the relocation offers to households whose houses were flooded in autumn 2009; the progress to date; the reason for the delay in progressing this matter since a Government decision was made on same last December; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [24788/11]

As the Deputy is aware the Government has provided various types of support to people affected by the November 2009 flooding. Humanitarian Aid payments were made, both in the immediate aftermath of the flooding and subsequently to enable eligible households to resume living at their home. Flood relief works were also undertaken in some of the affected areas and other works are at an advanced state of preparation. Discussions also took place with representatives of the insurance industry regarding giving households access to appropriate house insurance at a reasonable cost.

Subject to certain conditions the Government also decided to provide support to a small number of families who are continuing to experience significant housing problems as a result of the November 2009 flooding and are considering the possibility of relocating rather than resuming living at their original home.

The households have been visited by officials from the Department and reports of their individual circumstances have been completed. The Department has also received reports from the Office of Public Works in relation to the individual households. These reports are being considered at present and the Department expects to be in a position to make a decision on the cases in the coming weeks.

Éamon Ó Cuív

Question:

259 Deputy Éamon Ó Cuív asked the Minister for Social Protection when an application for relocation in respect of a person (details supplied) in County Galway whose house was damaged in the floods in autumn 2009 will be made; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [24789/11]

As the Deputy is aware the Government has provided various types of support to people affected by the November 2009 flooding. Humanitarian Aid payments were made, both in the immediate aftermath of the flooding and subsequently to enable eligible households to resume living at their home. Flood relief works were also undertaken in some of the affected areas and other works are at an advanced state of preparation. Discussions also took place with representatives of the insurance industry regarding giving households access to appropriate house insurance at a reasonable cost.

Subject to certain conditions the Government also decided to provide support to a small number of families who are continuing to experience significant housing problems as a result of the November 2009 flooding and are considering the possibility of relocating rather than resuming living at their original home.

The household of the person concerned has been visited by an official from the Department and a report of their individual circumstances has been completed. The Department has received a report from the Office of Public Works in relation to the house of the person concerned and expects to be in a position to make a decision on the case in the coming weeks.

Social Welfare Code

John Lyons

Question:

260 Deputy John Lyons asked the Minister for Social Protection if she has given any consideration to re-introducing the pre-retirement allowances for over 55s, which was abolished under the Social Welfare Law Reform and Pensions Act 2006; and if her attention has been drawn to the growing number of over 55s who, after years of employment, are struggling to find jobs in the current turbulent labour market. [24798/11]

Pre-Retirement Allowance (PRETA) is means-tested payment for people in Ireland aged 55 and over who have left the labour force. Persons on PRETA are no longer required to sign-on as they do not need to be available for work. On the 4 July, 2007, PRETA was discontinued for new entrants. The phasing-out of PRETA was consistent with efforts being made to encourage and facilitate people to continue to work up to and beyond pension age. Theses efforts are being made in the context of the significant challenges facing the Irish pension system. In particular, the task of financing increasing pension spending will fall to a diminishing share of the population. There are currently six workers for every pensioner and this ratio is expected to decrease to less than two to one by 2050. Increasing State pension age is one of the ways in which we can sustain the pensions system and also maintain the value of the State pension at 35% of average earnings. As announced as part of the National Pensions Framework, state pension age will be increased gradually to 68 years. This will begin in 2014 with the standardisation of the state pension age at 66. State pension age will be increased to 67 years in 2021 and to 68 in 2028.

The Department of Social Protection operates a range of employment support measures designed to encourage and support social welfare recipients of working age to reduce their dependency on welfare payments. While the primary responsibility for job creation rests with the Department of Enterprise Trade and Innovation, this Department already has a role in supporting people from welfare to work. The National Employment Action Plan process is a key element in addressing the progression needs of those on the Live Register. It provides a stimulus to job search and affords an opportunity to explore, under professional guidance, the full range of employment and training services.

While it is acknowledged that the decision to phase out PRETA was taken at a time when labour market conditions were significantly different to that of today. Any re-introduction of the scheme, or a similar benefit type payment, would be inconsistent with the interaction of current working age/pensions policy. Significant costs would also arise.

Question No. 261 withdrawn.

Social Welfare Appeals

Barry Cowen

Question:

262 Deputy Barry Cowen asked the Minister for Social Protection when a person (details supplied) in County Offaly may expect to be called for an oral hearing. [24807/11]

The Social Welfare Appeals Office has advised me that the appeal from the person concerned was referred to an Appeals Officer who proposes to hold an oral hearing in this case. There has been a very significant increase in the number of appeals received by the Social Welfare Appeals Office since 2007 when the intake was 14,070 to 2010 when the intake rose to 32,432. This has significantly impacted on the processing time for appeals which require oral hearings and, in order to be fair to all appellants, they are dealt with in strict chronological order. In the context of dealing with the considerable number of appeals now on hand, the Department made 9 additional appointments to the office earlier this year. While every effort is being made to deal with the large numbers awaiting oral hearing as quickly as possible, it is not possible to give a date when the person's oral hearing will be heard, but s/he will be informed when arrangements have been made. The Social Welfare Appeals Office functions independently of the Minister for Social Protection and of the Department and is responsible for determining appeals against decisions on social welfare entitlements.

Barry Cowen

Question:

263 Deputy Barry Cowen asked the Minister for Social Protection when a person (details supplied) in County Offaly may expect a decision on an application for disability allowance. [24809/11]

The Social Welfare Appeals Office has advised me that an appeal by the person concerned was registered in that office on 27 April 2011. It is a statutory requirement of the appeals process that the relevant Departmental papers and comments by or on behalf of the Deciding Officer on the grounds of appeal be sought. These papers were received in the Social Welfare Appeals Office on 19 May 2011 and the appeal was assigned to an Appeals Officer on 22 August 2011 who will decide whether the case can be decided on a summary basis or whether to list it for oral hearing. The Social Welfare Appeals Office functions independently of the Minister for Social Protection and of the Department and is responsible for determining appeals against decisions on social welfare entitlements.

Barry Cowen

Question:

264 Deputy Barry Cowen asked the Minister for Social Protection when a person (details supplied) in County Offaly may expect a decision on an application for disability allowance. [24810/11]

I confirm that the Department received an application from the person concerned for disability allowance. Her claim was referred to one of the Department's medical assessors who was of the opinion that the person was not medically suitable for disability allowance. The deciding officer accepted this opinion. Furthermore, she was assessed with weekly means in excess of the statutory limit for receipt of disability allowance so her claim was disallowed on two grounds. The person was notified in writing of this decision and the reasons for it on 10 February 2011.

The person subsequently appealed this decision to the Social Welfare Appeals Office. Based on the evidence before him the appeals officer found that the person concerned failed to show that her weekly means did not exceed the statutory limit allowed for receipt of disability allowance and she was not substantially restricted in undertaking suitable employment by reason of a specified disability within the meaning of Social Welfare legislation and, accordingly, the appeal was not allowed. The applicant was notified of this decision in writing by the Social Welfare Appeals Office on 6 August 2011. An appeal officer's decision is final and conclusive in the absence of any fresh facts or evidence.

Barry Cowen

Question:

265 Deputy Barry Cowen asked the Minister for Social Protection when a person (details supplied) in County Offaly may expect a decision on an appeal for disability allowance. [24811/11]

The Social Welfare Appeals Office has advised me that the appeal from the person concerned was referred to an Appeals Officer who proposes to hold an oral hearing in this case. There has been a very significant increase in the number of appeals received by the Social Welfare Appeals Office since 2007 when the intake was 14,070 to 2010 when the intake rose to 32,432. This has significantly impacted on the processing time for appeals which require oral hearings and, in order to be fair to all appellants, they are dealt with in strict chronological order. In the context of dealing with the considerable number of appeals now on hand, the Department made 9 additional appointments to the office earlier this year. While every effort is being made to deal with the large numbers awaiting oral hearing as quickly as possible, it is not possible to give a date when the person's oral hearing will be heard, but s/he will be informed when arrangements have been made. The Social Welfare Appeals Office functions independently of the Minister for Social Protection and of the Department and is responsible for determining appeals against decisions on social welfare entitlements.

Barry Cowen

Question:

266 Deputy Barry Cowen asked the Minister for Social Protection when a person (details supplied) in County Offaly may expect a decision on an application for disability allowance. [24812/11]

I confirm that the Department is in receipt of a claim for disability allowance from the person concerned. In order to determine his weekly means, his claim was forwarded to a Social Welfare Investigator for a means assessment. I understand the investigator will visit the person shortly to carry out an assessment of his means. A decision on his entitlement to disability allowance will be given on receipt of the social welfare investigator's report and the person will be notified directly of the outcome.

Social Welfare Benefits

Barry Cowen

Question:

267 Deputy Barry Cowen asked the Minister for Social Protection when a person (details supplied) in County Offaly may expect a decision on back to school clothing and footwear allowance. [24815/11]

The person concerned has been awarded a back to school clothing and footwear allowance and a payment issued to their nominated Post Office on 10 September 2011.

Barry Cowen

Question:

268 Deputy Barry Cowen asked the Minister for Social Protection when a person (details supplied) in County Offaly may expect a decision on back to school clothing and footwear allowance. [24816/11]

The Back to School Clothing and Footwear Allowance (BSCFA) scheme operates from the beginning of June until the end of September each year.

The administrative arrangements for the 2011 BSCFA scheme differ from those that applied in previous years. For this year, the majority of BSCFA entitlements were fully automated with no application form required from customers, 127,000 households in respect of over 250,000 children received their payment automatically in June.

Those customers who did not receive an automated payment are required to complete and return an application form to the Department. The timescale for determining applications for Back to School Clothing and Footwear Allowance claims is dependent on a number of factors including: the number of applications received, when the application is lodged, the availability of the required information such as details of the applicant's income, bank statements and other relevant information regarding an individual's application.

In addition, some aspects of the applications are inevitably time consuming and delays can occur where further investigations or third party evidence is required. Delays can also arise if the applicant is slow to respond to requests for additional information.

Staff are working as quickly as possible on clearing the large volume of manual application claims received. Based on the current volume of applications it could take up to 7 weeks from date of receipt to process claims. Departmental records show that an application form was received from the persons concerned on 8 August 2011 and it is expected they will be notified of the outcome of his claim shortly.

Barry Cowen

Question:

269 Deputy Barry Cowen asked the Minister for Social Protection when a person (details supplied) in County Offaly may expect a decision on a back to school clothing and footwear allowance. [24817/11]

The person concerned has been awarded a back to school clothing and footwear allowance and a payment issued to their nominated account on 10 September 2011.

Barry Cowen

Question:

270 Deputy Barry Cowen asked the Minister for Social Protection when a person (details supplied) in County Offaly may expect a decision on a back to school clothing and footwear allowance. [24818/11]

The person concerned has been awarded a back to school clothing and footwear allowance and a payment issued to their nominated Post Office on 17 August 2011.

Social Welfare Appeals

Barry Cowen

Question:

271 Deputy Barry Cowen asked the Minister for Social Protection when a person (details supplied) in County Offaly may expect a decision on an appeal for invalidity pension. [24819/11]

The Social Welfare Appeals Office has advised me that the appeal from the person concerned was referred to an Appeals Officer who proposes to hold an oral hearing in this case. There has been a very significant increase in the number of appeals received by the Social Welfare Appeals Office since 2007 when the intake was 14,070 to 2010 when the intake rose to 32,432. This has significantly impacted on the processing time for appeals which require oral hearings and, in order to be fair to all appellants, they are dealt with in strict chronological order. In the context of dealing with the considerable number of appeals now on hand, the Department made 9 additional appointments to the office earlier this year. While every effort is being made to deal with the large numbers awaiting oral hearing as quickly as possible, it is not possible to give a date when the person's oral hearing will be heard, but she will be informed when arrangements have been made. The Social Welfare Appeals Office functions independently of the Minister for Social Protection and of the Department and is responsible for determining appeals against decisions on social welfare entitlements.

Social Welfare Benefits

Barry Cowen

Question:

272 Deputy Barry Cowen asked the Minister for Social Protection when a person (details supplied) in County Offaly may expect a decision on an application for carer’s allowance. [24820/11]

I confirm that the Department is in receipt of an application for carer's allowance from the above named person. On completion of the necessary investigations relating to all aspects of her claim a decision will be made and the person concerned will be notified directly of the outcome. The average time taken to process a claim for Carers Allowance through to completion is circa 12 weeks.

Barry Cowen

Question:

273 Deputy Barry Cowen asked the Minister for Social Protection when a person (details supplied) in County Offaly may expect a decision on an application for carer’s allowance. [24821/11]

I confirm that an application for carer's allowance was received from the above named. On completion of the necessary investigations relating to all aspects of his claim a decision will be made and the person concerned will be notified directly of the outcome.

Barry Cowen

Question:

274 Deputy Barry Cowen asked the Minister for Social Protection when a person (details supplied) in County Offaly may expect a decision on an application for disability allowance. [24823/11]

The person concerned applied for disability allowance on 8 June 2011. Her claim has been referred to one of the Department's medical assessors for an opinion with regard to her medical suitability for disability allowance. When the deciding officer receives this opinion a decision will be made, taking into account an assessment of the person's means. The person will be notified directly of the outcome.

Barry Cowen

Question:

275 Deputy Barry Cowen asked the Minister for Social Protection when a person (details supplied) in County Laois may expect a decision on an application for carer’s allowance. [24824/11]

Carer's Allowance has been awarded to the person concerned at half rate with effect from 3 February. This half rate carer's allowance is the maximum payable with his disability allowance claim. His first weekly payment to his bank account will take effect from 22 September 2011 and arrears will issue by cheque shortly afterwards.

Barry Cowen

Question:

276 Deputy Barry Cowen asked the Minister for Social Protection when a person (details supplied) in County Offaly may expect a decision on an application for carer’s allowance. [24826/11]

I confirm that an application for carer's allowance was received from the above named person. On completion of the necessary investigations relating to all aspects of her claim a decision will be made and the person concerned will be notified directly of the outcome.

Question No. 277 withdrawn.

Barry Cowen

Question:

278 Deputy Barry Cowen asked the Minister for Social Protection when a person (details supplied) in County Offaly will receive a decision on their application for carer’s allowance. [24829/11]

Following a review and investigation by the Department's investigative branch, payment of carer's allowance was stopped on 20 July 2011. It was decided that, while the person concerned was providing some care and attention, the statutory condition that full time care and attention be provided was not fulfilled in this case. The person concerned was notified of the decision and has appealed the decision to the independent Social Welfare Appeals Office.

Barry Cowen

Question:

279 Deputy Barry Cowen asked the Minister for Social Protection when a person (details supplied) in County Offaly will receive a decision on their application for carer’s allowance. [24830/11]

I confirm that the Department is in receipt of a claim for carer's allowance from the above named person. On completion of the necessary investigations relating to all aspects of her claim a decision will be made and the person concerned will be notified directly of the outcome. The average time to process a claim for Carer's Allowance, which includes an assessment of medical evidence and a review of means through to decision is circa 12 weeks. I expect this claim to be decided shortly.

Barry Cowen

Question:

280 Deputy Barry Cowen asked the Minister for Social Protection when a person (details supplied) in County Offaly will receive a decision on their application for carer’s allowance. [24831/11]

I confirm that the Department is in receipt of a claim application for carer's allowance from the person concerned. On completion of the necessary investigations on all aspects of her case, which requires assessment of medical evidence and means, a decision will be made and she will be notified directly of the outcome. I expect that a decision will be completed shortly.

Barry Cowen

Question:

281 Deputy Barry Cowen asked the Minister for Social Protection when a person (details supplied) in County Offaly will receive a decision on their application for carer’s allowance. [24834/11]

I confirm that an application for carer's allowance from the person concerned was received by the Department. Her application was refused on the grounds that the care recipient is not so disabled as to require full-time care and attention. Further medical evidence was submitted to the Department and on completion of the review of this new information she will be notified directly of the outcome.

Barry Cowen

Question:

282 Deputy Barry Cowen asked the Minister for Social Protection when a person (details supplied) in County Offaly will receive a decision on their application for disability allowance. [24835/11]

The person concerned applied for disability allowance on 29 August 2011. His application is currently being assessed by a medical assessor from this Department with regard to his medical suitability for disability allowance. When the deciding officer receives this opinion a decision on the person's application will be made taking account of an assessment of the person's means. The person will be notified in due course of the outcome. Applications for disability allowance are, as far as possible, dealt with in order of date of receipt.

Barry Cowen

Question:

283 Deputy Barry Cowen asked the Minister for Social Protection when a person (details supplied) in County Offaly will receive a decision on their application for disability allowance. [24837/11]

I confirm that the Department received an application from the person concerned for disability allowance. Her claim was referred to one of the Department's medical assessors who was of the opinion that the person was not medically suitable for disability allowance. The deciding officer accepted this opinion and her claim was refused and the person was notified in writing of this decision on 16 August 2011.

Further medical evidence has now been received in this case and has been referred to one of the Department's medical assessors for their opinion. The person concerned will be notified in due course of the outcome of the review.

Barry Cowen

Question:

284 Deputy Barry Cowen asked the Minister for Social Protection when a person (details supplied) in County Offaly will expect on their application for disability allowance. [24841/11]

I confirm that the Department is in receipt of a recent claim from the person concerned for disability allowance. Her application has been referred to one of the Department's medical assessors for an opinion with regard to her medical suitability for disability allowance. When this opinion is received the person's means will be assessed and a decision on her application will be made and the person will be notified directly of the outcome. Applications for disability allowance are, as far as possible, dealt with in order of date of receipt.

Social Welfare Appeals

Barry Cowen

Question:

285 Deputy Barry Cowen asked the Minister for Social Protection when a person (details supplied) in County Offaly may expect a decision on a domiciliary allowance. [24843/11]

The Social Welfare Appeals Office has advised me that the appeal from the person concerned was referred to an Appeals Officer who proposes to hold an oral hearing in this case. There has been a very significant increase in the number of appeals received by the Social Welfare Appeals Office since 2007 when the intake was 14,070 to 2010 when the intake rose to 32,432. This has significantly impacted on the processing time for appeals which require oral hearings and, in order to be fair to all appellants, they are dealt with in strict chronological order. In the context of dealing with the considerable number of appeals now on hand, the Department made 9 additional appointments to the office earlier this year.

While every effort is being made to deal with the large numbers awaiting oral hearing as quickly as possible, it is not possible to give a date when the person's oral hearing will be heard, but she will be informed when arrangements have been made. The Social Welfare Appeals Office functions independently of the Minister for Social Protection and of the Department and is responsible for determining appeals against decisions on social welfare entitlements.

Question No. 286 withdrawn.

Barry Cowen

Question:

287 Deputy Barry Cowen asked the Minister for Social Protection when a person (details supplied) in County Offaly will receive a decision on their application for one parent family payment. [24847/11]

The Social Welfare Appeals Office has advised me that an appeal by the person concerned was registered in that office on 25 May 2011. It is a statutory requirement of the appeals process that the relevant Departmental papers and comments by or on behalf of the Deciding Officer on the grounds of appeal be sought. These papers were received in the Social Welfare Appeals Office on 05 July 2011 and the appeal will be assigned, in due course, to an Appeals Officer who will decide whether the case can be decided on a summary basis or whether to list it for oral hearing. The Social Welfare Appeals Office functions independently of the Minister for Social Protection and of the Department and is responsible for determining appeals against decisions on social welfare entitlements.

Barry Cowen

Question:

288 Deputy Barry Cowen asked the Minister for Social Protection when a person (details supplied) in County Offaly will receive a decision on their application for jobseeker’s allowance. [24848/11]

I am advised by the Social Welfare Appeals Office that an Appeals Officer having fully considered all the available evidence disallowed the appeal of the person concerned by way of summary decision. Under Social Welfare legislation, the decision of the Appeals Officer is final and conclusive and may only be reviewed by the Appeals Officer in the light of new evidence or new facts.

Following the submission of additional evidence the Appeals Officer has set aside his original decision and has re-opened the appeal by way of oral hearing. The person concerned will be informed when arrangements have been made. The Social Welfare Appeals Office functions independently of the Minister for Social Protection and of the Department and is responsible for determining appeals against decisions on social welfare entitlements.

Social Welfare Benefits

Barry Cowen

Question:

289 Deputy Barry Cowen asked the Minister for Social Protection when a person (details supplied) in County Offaly will receive a decision on their application for disability allowance. [24849/11]

The application for disability allowance from the person concerned was assessed by a medical assessor from this Department who expressed the opinion that she was not medically suitable for disability allowance. A deciding officer accepted this opinion and disallowed her claim. The person in question was informed in writing on 8 September 2011 of this decision and the reason for it.

Question No. 290 withdrawn.

Social Welfare Appeals

Barry Cowen

Question:

291 Deputy Barry Cowen asked the Minister for Social Protection when a person (details supplied) in County Offaly will receive a decision on their appeal for domiciliary care allowance. [24853/11]

The Social Welfare Appeals Office has advised me that an appeal by the person concerned was registered in that office on 5th July 2011. It is a statutory requirement of the appeals process that the relevant Departmental papers and comments by or on behalf of the Deciding Officer on the grounds of appeal be sought. These papers were received in the Social Welfare Appeals Office on 4th August 2011 and the appeal will be assigned an Appeals Officer who, in due course, will decide whether the case can be decided on a summary basis or whether to list it for oral hearing. The Social Welfare Appeals Office functions independently of the Minister for Social Protection and of the Department and is responsible for determining appeals against decisions on social welfare entitlements.

Question No. 292 withdrawn.

Departmental Schemes

Éamon Ó Cuív

Question:

293 Deputy Éamon Ó Cuív asked the Minister for Social Protection her plans to provide extra places on the rural social scheme to FORUM Connemara in view of the low number of places allocated to them; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [24867/11]

It is unlikely that any additional rural social scheme (RSS) placements will become available in the short-term. However, my Department is keeping the matter under review and, if placements arise from unused allocations elsewhere in the country, opportunities will be afforded to all concerned Implementing Bodies to expand their existing quotas in due course.

Social Welfare Benefits

Pearse Doherty

Question:

294 Deputy Pearse Doherty asked the Minister for Social Protection the position regarding a back to school allowance in respect of a person (details supplied) in Dublin 22. [24875/11]

The Back to School Clothing and Footwear Allowance (BSCFA) scheme operates from the beginning of June until the end of September each year. The administrative arrangements for the 2011 BSCFA scheme differ from those that applied in previous years. For this year, the majority of BSCFA entitlements were fully automated with no application form required from customers, 127,000 households in respect of over 250,000 children received their payment automatically in June.

Those customers who did not receive an automated payment are required to complete and return an application form to the Department. The timescale for determining applications for Back to School Clothing and Footwear Allowance claims is dependent on a number of factors including: the number of applications received, when the application is lodged, the availability of the required information such as details of the applicant's income, bank statements and other relevant information regarding an individual's application.

In addition, some aspects of the applications are inevitably time consuming and delays can occur where further investigations or third party evidence is required. Delays can also arise if the applicant is slow to respond to requests for additional information.

Staff are working as quickly as possible on clearing the large volume of manual application claims received. Based on the current volume of applications it could take up to 7 weeks from date of receipt to process claims. Departmental records show that an application form was received from the person concerned on 1st August 2011 and it is expected she will be notified of the outcome of her claim shortly.

Departmental Responsibilities

Dominic Hannigan

Question:

295 Deputy Dominic Hannigan asked the Minister for Social Protection how the transfer of responsibility for FÁS and SOLAS from her Department to the Department of Education and Skills is progressing; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [24878/11]

With effect from 1 January 2011, my Department has taken responsibility for the employment programmes and employment service functions of FÁS. My Department has no role in relation to the transfer of other functions from FÁS to SOLAS and this is a matter for the Department of Education and Skills.

Social Welfare Benefits

Jack Wall

Question:

296 Deputy Jack Wall asked the Minister for Social Protection if a person (details supplied) in County Kildare has an automatic entitlement to back to school clothing and footwear allowance; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [24886/11]

The Back to School Clothing and Footwear Allowance (BSCFA) scheme operates from the beginning of June until the end of September each year.

A person may qualify for a BSCFA payment if he or she is in receipt of a social welfare or health service executive payment, is participating in an approved employment scheme or attending a recognised education or training course, and has household income at or below certain specified levels.

The persons concerned were refused BSCFA as their income exceeded the limit allowable for their family composition. If the persons concerned are unhappy with the decision they should forward a letter to the Back to School Clothing and Footwear Allowance Review Section at PO Box 131, Letterkenny, setting out why they are not happy with the decision and asking that the claim be reviewed. Due to the large volume of applications received, information regarding the progress of individual reviews will not be available until such time as all applications have been examined and a decision taken.

John O'Mahony

Question:

297 Deputy John O’Mahony asked the Minister for Social Protection when a person (details supplied) in County Mayo will receive their back to school allowance; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [24896/11]

The Back to School Clothing and Footwear Allowance (BSCFA) scheme operates from the beginning of June until the end of September each year.

A person may qualify for a BSCFA payment if he or she is in receipt of a social welfare or health service executive payment, is participating in an approved employment scheme or attending a recognised education or training course, and has household income at or below certain specified levels. The BSCFA section has advised that there is no record of an application from the person concerned.

The administrative arrangements for the 2011 Back to School Clothing and Footwear Allowance scheme differ from those that applied in previous years. For this year, the majority of Back to School Clothing and Footwear Allowance entitlements was fully automated with no application form required from customers. Those customers who did not receive an automated payment are required to complete an application form that is available for download from www.welfare.ie or by texting “Form BTSCFA”, followed by their name and address to 51909.

Alan Farrell

Question:

298 Deputy Alan Farrell asked the Minister for Social Protection her plans to reduce waiting times in the processing of applications within her Department, in particular with regard to the progress of an online application system and a one-stop-shop system for applicants for social welfare; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [24902/11]

Customer service is at the centre of my Department's strategies and business. Processing times vary across schemes because of both the volume of applications and the differing qualification criteria. For example, means assessments are required for all of the social assistance schemes; medical examinations are required for some of the illness related schemes and customers must also satisfy the habitual residence conditions. In the case of the insurance-based schemes, it may be necessary to ascertain details of foreign insurance records.

All scheme areas in the Department are subject to continuous business process improvement supported by modern technology. In addition, the staffing needs of my Department are kept under constant review to ensure that the best use is made of all available resources.

In excess of 900 staff have been assigned to my Department since May 2008, to fill critical vacancies and additional posts that were approved to deal with the significant increase in claims for the various schemes operated by my Department.

One of the main impacts on current service delivery has been the increase in the Live Register. In this context, my Department has introduced a range of process improvement initiatives regarding claims for jobseeker's allowance and jobseeker's benefit. One of the most significant initiatives, aimed at reducing queuing and waiting times, involves customers attending their local office by appointment at which time the claim is taken and decided.This provides for the appropriate appointment to be scheduled for the customer thus enabling certain claims to be dealt with in a single visit to the office.

Process improvements have resulted in a significant reduction in the number and proportion of all claims awaiting a decision. For example, there were 35,329 jobseeker's claims awaiting a decision on 10 September 2011 equating to 7% of the total claim-load. This compares favourably to 11 September 2010 when 44,717 claims or 9% of claim-load were awaiting decision and 69,074 claims or 14% of claim-load in September 2009.

The Department's eGovernment strategy aims to support and develop customer contact channels that maximise customer service and minimise cost of delivery and recent years have seen significant investment in the provision of improved information and online services, resulting in increased customer awareness of their entitlements and more efficient claim processing procedures.

The Department's website www.welfare.ie, redesigned in 2008, provides comprehensive information on all the Department’s schemes and services as well as a range of online services which include online claiming for State Pension Contributory, Household Benefits, Child Benefit, Jobseeker’s payments and Widow(er)’s and Surviving Civil Partner’s Contributory Pension. It is planned to extend the online claiming service in 2011/2012 to include Carer’s Allowance, Disability Allowance, State Pension (Non-Contributory) and Redundancy Payments and Insolvency Payments. The range of online services on the website also includes

dedicated pages for each local and branch office, containing contact details, maps and notice boards

social insurance record request service

statement (of benefit paid) request service

sign-off service for jobseekers

anonymous reporting of suspected social welfare fraud

form and leaflet request service

The Department has also recently introduced a pilot initiative allowing certain customers to sign on for their Jobseeker's payment online.

As well as online services, the Department operates an SMS (text messaging) service through which customer can request applications forms and leaflets and also request statements of benefit paid.

Social Welfare Fraud

Alan Farrell

Question:

299 Deputy Alan Farrell asked the Minister for Social Protection the means by which the public services card will reduce social welfare fraud and waiting periods; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [24903/11]

The introduction of the Public Services Card (PSC) will assist in the identification of customers to providers of public services.

A more secure registration process, leading to issue of a PSC incorporating the customer's photograph and signature, will give significant assurance as to the identity of the cardholder. This means that the issuer of a PSC will get three main benefits:

It will reduce the number of people who fraudulently claim to be someone else,

It will be a secure card and will considerably reduce the potential for forgery, and

It will save some of the time currently spent re-verifying an individual's identity each time a member of the public tries to access a public service.

This last benefit will also be realisable for those other bodies that use the card subsequently — they will not have to re-register a card-holder. Small savings for each interaction with cardholders will represent a considerable overall saving.

The benefits for a cardholder are similar to those for a public body. It will make it more difficult for someone else to claim to be that cardholder, thus playing its part in reducing identity theft. It will also save time and effort for the individual in that they will not have to re-register for every supplier of public services who need to verify identity and it should reduce the amount of time spent establishing identity for each transaction.

Social Welfare Benefits

Bernard J. Durkan

Question:

300 Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Social Protection when payment will issue in respect of a rent support application in the case of a person (details supplied) in County Kildare; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [24906/11]

The Health Service Executive has advised that a decision on rent supplement in this case will be made on receipt of documentation requested from the person concerned.

Social Welfare Code

Billy Kelleher

Question:

301 Deputy Billy Kelleher asked the Minister for Social Protection if she will change the means assessment criteria for supplementary welfare allowance for those who have a second property either through inheritance or as a pension investment and who, owing to market conditions, can neither rent nor sell said asset; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [24907/11]

The supplementary welfare allowance means test includes a value attributed to any capital a person may have. Capital refers to savings, investments, cash-on-hands and property (excluding their own home). The value of all of these items is added together and a formula applied to their total value to calculate a person's weekly means, depending on the particular social assistance scheme in involved.

Capital that is owned but not personally used or enjoyed (e.g. a second house) is assessed as means under the means test. Where capital or property is assessed on this basis, any income received from its use (e.g. interest on savings, dividends from shares, rent from property) is not assessed as cash income. Instead, the following formula is used to establish weekly means:

Disregard first €5,000 of capital value of property/savings

Assess next €10,000 at €1 per €1,000

Assess next €25,000 at €2 per €1,000

Assess remaining capital over €40,000 at €4 per €1,000.

The capital assessment formula applicable to SWA is not intended to determine a potential rate of interest or income from the capital, but rather to ensure that any such capital or savings should be utilized by applicants towards their basic income needs. Apart from this assessment formula, any interest or income actually received by an applicant derived from this capital is not taken into account further for SWA means assessment purposes.

There are no plans to change the treatment of capital under the supplementary welfare allowance means test. Any changes would have to be considered within a budgetary context.

Simon Harris

Question:

302 Deputy Simon Harris asked the Minister for Social Protection the number of persons in County Wicklow in receipt of rent supplement in 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010 and to date in 2011; her plans to reform the rent supplement scheme; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [24917/11]

The table below shows the number of recipients of rent supplement in County Wicklow from 2007 to 2011.

As the Deputy is aware, there are several commitments contained in the Programme for Government in relation to the rent supplement scheme. In this regard, the Minister for the Environment, Heritage and Local Government and the Minister of State with responsibility for housing and planning, on 16 June 2011, announced a new housing policy framework statement reflecting the content of the Programme for Government (Government for National Recovery 2011-2016) and setting out the principles to underpin the development of housing policy into the medium term. This policy framework statement contained an announcement in relation to the transfer of responsibility for providing for the housing needs of long term rent supplement recipients to housing authorities on a phased basis.

This transfer of tenants from rent supplement to the local authorities will help achieve a key Government commitment and return rent supplement to its original intention of a short-term income support payment. My Department is currently working with the Department of Environment, Community and Local Government with a view to achieving this goal.

Recipients of Rent Supplement in Co. Wicklow, 2007 to 2011

Year

Recipients*

2007

1,726

2008

2,066

2009

2,699

2010

2,613

2011(1)

2,730

*At 2 September 2011

Social Welfare Appeals

Gerry Adams

Question:

303 Deputy Gerry Adams asked the Minister for Social Protection when the social welfare appeals office will hold an oral hearing in respect of a person (details supplied) in County Louth; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [24922/11]

The Social Welfare Appeals Office has advised me that the appeal from the person concerned was referred to an Appeals Officer who proposes to hold an oral hearing on 28 September 2011. The person concerned has been notified of the arrangements.

The Social Welfare Appeals Office functions independently of the Minister for Social Protection and of the Department and is responsible for determining appeals against decisions on social welfare entitlements.

Social Welfare Code

Brian Stanley

Question:

304 Deputy Brian Stanley asked the Minister for Social Protection if her attention has been drawn to the fact that community welfare officers are using their personal discretion to refuse persons rent supplement on the basis of their turning down a local authority housing offer; and her plans to put in place strict guidelines and criteria for this practice. [24107/11]

It is a condition of any applicant's entitlement to a Rent Supplement that they have not refused to accept within any continuous 12 month period a second offer of accommodation provided by either a housing authority (including accommodation offered under the Rental Accommodation Scheme) or any approved body by the Minister for the Environment, Community and Local Government for the purposes of section 6 of the Housing (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act, 1992 (No. 18 of 1992) i.e. the Capital Assistance Housing scheme.

Where a Rent Supplement claimant refuses a second offer of accommodation within a 12 month period the Community Welfare Service is obliged to cease payment of Rent Supplement for a period of 12 months from the date of refusal.

Departmental Schemes

Catherine Murphy

Question:

305 Deputy Catherine Murphy asked the Minister for Social Protection if she will amend the national internship scheme to enable candidates who were enrolled on a FÁS course in the previous three months to be eligible for the scheme; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [24928/11]

In order for an individual to be eligible to participate in JobBridge, the National Internship Scheme an individual must be:

currently in receipt of a live claim (Jobseeker's Allowance/Jobseeker's Benefit/Signing for Credits) on the Live Register;

have been in receipt of Jobseeker's Benefit, Jobseeker's Allowance or signing for Social Insurance credits for a total of 78 days or more in the last 6 months.

Having reviewed the participant eligibility requirements for JobBridge, the Steering Group of the National Internship Scheme has decided that time spent on Back to Education Allowance, VTOS, FÁS/Fáilte Ireland Training courses, Youthreach, FIT, Community Employment Schemes, TUS, the Rural Social Scheme, Back to Work Scheme, FÁS Job Initiative or Job Assist may count towards the 78-day qualifying period. This revised criterion will come into effect from Monday, 26 September 2011. However, individuals must still have signed back on to the Live Register and be in receipt of Jobseeker's Benefit/Allowance or Jobseeker credits immediately before commencing on JobBridge.

Social Welfare Appeals

Jim Daly

Question:

306 Deputy Jim Daly asked the Minister for Social Protection the position regarding an appeal for invalidity pension in respect of a person (details supplied) in County Cork; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [24930/11]

The Social Welfare Appeals Office has advised me that an appeal by the person concerned was registered in that office on 9th June 2011. It is a statutory requirement of the appeals process that the relevant Departmental papers and comments by the Social Welfare Services on the grounds of appeal be sought. When received, the appeal in question will be referred to an Appeals Officer for consideration.

The Social Welfare Appeals Office functions independently of the Minister for Social Protection and of the Department and is responsible for determining appeals against decisions on social welfare entitlements.

Appointments to State Boards

Joe McHugh

Question:

307 Deputy Joe McHugh asked the Minister for Social Protection the names of the State boards whose memberships are determined by her Department; and the date on which each of these memberships is due for renewal or appointment. [24964/11]

The three statutory bodies operating under the aegis of the Department are the Social Welfare Tribunal, the Citizens Information Board and the Pensions Board. In addition, the Office of the Pensions Ombudsman comes under the remit of the Department but it does not have a board.

The information requested by the Deputy in relation to the boards of the Social Welfare Tribunal, the Citizens Information Board and the Pensions Board is available on the Department's website at www.welfare.ie/EN/AboutUs/Pages/stateagencies.aspx.

Social Welfare Appeals

Jim Daly

Question:

308 Deputy Jim Daly asked the Minister for Social Protection the position regarding a domiciliary care allowance appeal in respect of a person (details supplied) in County Cork; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [24986/11]

The Social Welfare Appeals Office has advised me that an appeal by the person concerned was registered in that office on 2 September 2011. It is a statutory requirement of the appeals process that the relevant Departmental papers and comments by the Social Welfare Services on the grounds of appeal be sought. When received, the appeal in question will be referred to an Appeals Officer for consideration.

The Social Welfare Appeals Office functions independently of the Minister for Social Protection and of the Department and is responsible for determining appeals against decisions on social welfare entitlements.

Pat Breen

Question:

309 Deputy Pat Breen asked the Minister for Social Protection when a decision on a jobseeker’s benefit appeal will issue in respect of a person (details supplied) in County Clare; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [25016/11]

The Social Welfare Appeals Office has advised me that a jobseeker's benefit appeal by the person concerned, was registered in that office on 19 July 2011 and will be referred to an Appeals Officer in due course, who will decide whether the case can be decided on a summary basis or whether to list it for oral hearing.

The Social Welfare Appeals Office functions independently of the Minister for Social Protection and of the Department and is responsible for determining appeals against decisions on social welfare entitlements.

Departmental Expenditure

Robert Dowds

Question:

310 Deputy Robert Dowds asked the Minister for Social Protection the amount of money spent producing Government reports in both Irish and English on a yearly basis. [25417/11]

I understand, following clarification with the Deputy, that he is seeking the cost of translating Government reports to Irish for the year 2010.

The Department is committed to providing a quality customer service in Irish and meeting its obligations under the Official Languages Act. In this regard the cost of translating Departmental reports to Irish was some €37,500 in 2010.

Endangered Species

Jack Wall

Question:

311 Deputy Jack Wall asked the Minister for Arts, Heritage and the Gaeltacht if there is a need for a licence under any environmental act to retain specific animals on a farm (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24500/11]

My responsibilities under the Wildlife Acts relate primarily to the conservation of populations of certain protected species. My Department is also responsible for the inspection and licensing of zoos. Any person wishing to display such creatures to the public may require a license under the European Communities (Licensing and Inspection of Zoos) Regulations, 2003.

In addition, as the animals mentioned by the Deputy are listed in the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES) any person wishing to import or display to the public such animals may require certain CITES Permits and or CITES Certificates. However, these regulations do not relate to the control of such animals once imported.

Heritage Sites

Maureen O'Sullivan

Question:

312 Deputy Maureen O’Sullivan asked the Minister for Arts, Heritage and the Gaeltacht if he will include unmarked burial grounds outside the confines of established burial grounds in the existing record of monuments and places established under section 12 of the National Monuments (Amendment) Act 1994, which would accord unmarked burial grounds a legal designation and ensure they are protected in county development plans, in view of the fact that a new version of the record of monuments is proposed. [25004/11]

The National Monuments Service of my Department records all pre-1700 AD burial places as monuments, either as ‘Graveyard' where associated with a church, or, as ‘Burial ground', for those that are not associated with a church. My Department is currently examining the recording of post-1700 AD monuments with a view to formulating policy and criteria for including them in a revised and updated Record of Monuments. The objective of the review is to achieve a standard approach nationally that will ensure that all elements of the built heritage continue to be adequately protected.

Special Areas of Conservation

Marcella Corcoran Kennedy

Question:

313 Deputy Marcella Corcoran Kennedy asked the Minister for Arts, Heritage and the Gaeltacht when a case (details supplied) will be dealt with; if he will confirm that he has received correspondence about this matter; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24506/11]

The case in question refers to a claim for compensation relating to a commercial turf cutting operation in a Special Area of Conservation and also to the ownership of land in the same area. As I advised the Deputy in a reply to a recent representation, this case has been responded to by my Department following the receipt of advice from the Chief State Solicitor's Office. My Department has had no further correspondence on the matter, save the representation from the Deputy which was replied to on 7 July.

Architectural Heritage

Eoghan Murphy

Question:

314 Deputy Eoghan Murphy asked the Minister for Arts, Heritage and the Gaeltacht if consideration has been give to emphasising or utilising Hume Street as a cultural asset. [24769/11]

I am not aware of any consideration given to such a proposal.

It should be noted that my Department has raised the issue of the protection of the Hume Street buildings with Dublin City Council, as the authority with responsibility for implementing the law in relation to protected structures.

NAMA Portfolio

Eoghan Murphy

Question:

315 Deputy Eoghan Murphy asked the Minister for Arts, Heritage and the Gaeltacht, further to Parliamentary Question Nos. 32 and 36 of 11 May 2011, if the meeting with the National Assets Management Agency is taking place; and if he has any further information from NAMA on buildings that have no commercial potential. [24770/11]

In relation to the proposal regarding the use of NAMA buildings for cultural purposes, I have met the chair and chief executive of NAMA on the matter and those contacts will continue.

As the Deputy and the House will, however, appreciate, NAMA is dealing with sensitive financial matters and is restricted in regard to the information it may make available in relation to such assets.

Limistéir faoi Chosaint Speisialta

Éamon Ó Cuív

Question:

316 D’fhiafraigh Éamon Ó Cuív den Aire Ealaíon, Oidhreachta agus Gaeltachta an bhfuil sé i gceist aige síneadh ama a chur leis an sprioclá d’aighneachtaí a chur isteach in aghaidh ainmniú ceantar i gConamara mar Limistéir faoi Chosaint Speisialta, de bharr an imní atá ar dhaoine faoin ainmniú seo agus an deacracht atá ag daoine na mapaí atá riachtanach le haighneacht a chur isteach a fháil, ón 21ú Meán Fómhair go deireadh Dheireadh Fómhair ar a laghad; agus an ndéanfaidh sé ráiteas ina thaobh. [24784/11]

Tá athbhreithniú déanta agam ar an tréimhse inar féidir aighneachtaí a chur isteach i gcoinne ainmniú Coimpléasc Portach Conamara mar Limistéar faoi Chosaint Speisialta agus tá cinneadh déanta agam síneadh ama coicíse a chur leis an sprioclá go dtí Dé Céadaoin, 5 Deireadh Fómhair 2011.

Archaeological Heritage

Catherine Murphy

Question:

317 Deputy Catherine Murphy asked the Minister for Arts, Heritage and the Gaeltacht if, in view of the fact that residents in County Kildare have been waiting more than ten years for the publication of the archeological inventory for the county, he will confirm that same will be published; if so, the date of publication; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24870/11]

I envisage that the website of the National Monuments Service of my Department (www.archaeology.ie) will, in future, be the primary portal for the dissemination of information on archaeological monuments. Summary descriptions of approximately 50% of the records for County Kildare will be available online by the end of this month, with the remainder to follow over the next 18 months.

This website will continue to be complemented by the published archaeological inventory series which, to date, has seen the publication of twenty-one volumes covering sixteen counties. The series, which is aimed at the general reader and scholar alike, supports the key strategy of promoting the awareness and appreciation of our rich archaeological heritage. The inventory for County Kildare is being progressed, along with other counties, but I hope that, in the meantime, the availability of the Archaeological Survey records on our website will be of assistance to all interested parties. I should point out that, due to a security breach, the web-site is not full operational at the moment. However, the mapviewer component is available and information on monuments can still be accessed. Work is ongoing to resolve this issue. http://www.archaeology.ie/

National Parks

Dominic Hannigan

Question:

318 Deputy Dominic Hannigan asked the Minister for Arts, Heritage and the Gaeltacht the reason there is no mention at the Connemara National Parks Visitors Centre of the history of the Letterfrack industrial school and its association with the park; his plans to update the information displays to include information regarding the history of the industrial school; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24918/11]

Connemara National Park was established in 1980, combining land from a number of sources including Kylemore Abbey, Coillte Teoranta and a number of private landowners. The Park is managed by the National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) of my Department.

The main remit of the National Parks and Wildlife Service is the conservation of our natural heritage and the Park provides a valuable amenity for both locals and visitors to the area and encourages the development of sustainable tourism in the locality. The main purpose of the Park's exhibition area is to interpret the landscape and natural heritage of the National Park and the surrounding area through information exhibits and special events such as children's activities, guided walks and evening talks which are organised throughout the year.

While the graveyard and some outbuildings from the former Letterfrack Industrial School lie within the boundaries of the National Park the main building which housed the School does not. With regard to the graveyard itself, its enhancement was facilitated and funded by the National Parks and Wildlife Service and the area is treated with dignity and respect and is cared for by NPWS staff who maintain it to the highest standards. In addition, there is appropriate signage in place where the access path to the graveyard leaves the main route in the park.

The appropriate means of highlighting the history of the Letterfrack Industrial School and other such institutions and the commemoration of those who spent time there is a matter that falls outside the primary remit of the National Parks and Wildlife Service and is more appropriate to the Department of Education and Skills.

I understand from enquiries made to that department's Residential Institution Redress Unit that as part of the Government's implementation of the recommendations of the Ryan Report, an independent Committee was appointed by the Minister for Education & Skills to oversee the design and commissioning of a memorial for those affected by institutional abuse.

Following the consultative process, a competition is being organised and administered on behalf of the Committee by the Commissioners of Public Works. The competition is open to all including those who might wish to make proposals for an appropriate memorial to those affected by institutional abuse in Letterfrack Industrial School.

The closing date for receipt of expressions of interest is Thursday 13th of October 2011 and details of the competition, including selection criteria, indicative dates, and competition jury membership is available on the Department of Education & Skills web-site www.education.ie and www.publicart.ie .

Arts Funding

Simon Harris

Question:

319 Deputy Simon Harris asked the Minister for Arts, Heritage and the Gaeltacht the supports offered by him to independent arts centres across the county; if his policy will continue to support arts centres, which provide so much vital community spirit and support; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24919/11]

Primary responsibility for the promotion of the arts at all levels throughout the country is devolved to the Arts Council. The Council is statutorily funded by my Department and is independent in its day to day operations, including funding decisions. The allocation to the Arts Council for 2011 is €65.127m. My Department has no statutory responsibility for ongoing funding of independent arts centres.

In the context of the 2012 Estimates I will endeavour to maximise continuing Government support for the arts.

Appointments to State Boards

Joe McHugh

Question:

320 Deputy Joe McHugh asked the Minister for Arts, Heritage and the Gaeltacht the names of the State boards whose membership are determined by his Department; the date on which each of these membership is due for renewal or appointment; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24952/11]

The Deputy will find the information requested in the accompanying table.

Bodies under the Aegis of the Dept. of Arts, Heritage and the Gaeltacht

Does the Body have a Board? — Yes/No

Is the Board Membership determined by the D/AHG? — Yes/No

When is the Board Membership due for Renewal?

An Foras Teanga

Yes

The North South Ministerial Council appoints the members — nominations are made on a 50/50 basis by both jurisdictions.

The terms of appointment of current nominated members will expire on 12th December, 2011.

Arts Council

Yes

Yes

The terms of appointment of current members of the Board will expire on dates between 15th December, 2013 and 12th December, 2016.

Crawford Art Gallery

Yes

Yes — however, one member is ex-officio.

The terms of appointment of current nominated members will expire in December 2011.

Heritage Council

Yes

Yes

The terms of appointment of current members of the Board will expire in June 2013.

Irish Film Board

Yes

Yes

The terms of appointment of current members of the Board will expire in January 2013.

Irish Museum of Modern Art

Yes

Yes

The terms of appointment of current members of the Board will expire between 5th December, 2011 and 2nd February, 2016.

National Concert Hall

Yes

Yes

The terms of appointment of current members of the Board will expire on 10th July, 2016 and on 29th August, 2016 in relation to the Chairman.

National Gallery of Ireland

Yes

Yes — Minister for Arts, Heritage and Gaeltacht appoints ten Governors. Of the remaining seven Governors, five are ex-officio and two are appointed the Royal Hibernian Academy.

The terms of appointment of current members of the Board will expire between 14th April, 2013 and 7th June, 2016.

National Library of Ireland

Yes

Yes — however, two members are Royal Irish Academy appointed and one is staff nominated.

The terms of appointment of current nominated members will expire in 2015.

National Museum of Ireland

Yes

Yes — Minister for Arts, Heritage and the Gaeltacht appoints all of the Board. However, two appointments are nominees of the Royal Irish Academy, one is a nominee of the Royal Dublin Society and one is a staff nominee.

The terms of appointment of current members of the Board will expire between 20th October, 2015 and 19th January, 2016.

Údarás na Gaeltachta

Yes

3 members are nominated by the Minister and 17 are elected by the Gaeltacht community.

The terms of appointment of current nominated members will expire on 18th April, 2013 and elected members on 1st October, 2012.

Departmental Expenditure

Robert Dowds

Question:

321 Deputy Robert Dowds asked the Minister for Arts, Heritage and the Gaeltacht the amount of money spent producing Government reports in both Irish and English on a yearly basis. [25554/11]

As the Deputy will be aware, my Department was established on 2 June 2011 and brings together functions from the former Department of Tourism, Culture and Sport, Department of Community, Equality and Gaeltacht Affairs and the Department of Environment, Heritage and Local Government.

Since its establishment, my Department has spent €357 on translation costs associated with the production of the Annual Appropriation Account.

Telecommunications Services

Noel Coonan

Question:

322 Deputy Noel Coonan asked the Minister for Communications, Energy and Natural Resources the reason he is unable to provide broadband to a person (details supplied) in County Tipperary; if it is envisioned the service will be provided in the near future; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24402/11]

While the provision of broadband services is, in the first instance, a matter for private sector service providers, the Government has intervened in the market in instances of market failure. The National Broadband Scheme (NBS) and the Rural Broadband Scheme (RBS) are examples of such interventions.

The RBS aims to provide a basic broadband service to individual, unserved rural premises including any premises in Lorrha, Nenagh, Co. Tipperary. Any applications received from residents in this area prior to the closing date for the scheme (29th July 2011) will be assessed in accordance with the terms of the Scheme. The exercise to fully process all of the approximately 5000 nationwide applications received is expected to be completed by the end of September.

Noel Coonan

Question:

323 Deputy Noel Coonan asked the Minister for Communications, Energy and Natural Resources the reason he is unable to provide broadband to a person (details supplied) in County Tipperary; if it is envisioned the service will be provided in the near future; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24403/11]

While the provision of broadband services is, in the first instance, a matter for private sector service providers, the Government has intervened in the market in instances of market failure. The National Broadband Scheme (NBS) and the Rural Broadband Scheme (RBS) are examples of such interventions.

Services under the NBS have been available to all designated NBS areas since October 2010.

As the person referred to in the Deputy's Question resides within a NBS area he should contact the NBS service provider 3 on 1800 944 794 for details regarding signing up for the NBS service.

Fishing Rights

Michael Healy-Rae

Question:

324 Deputy Michael Healy-Rae asked the Minister for Communications, Energy and Natural Resources if he will purchase fishing rights from a person (details supplied) in County Kerry; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24606/11]

The suitability of fishing rights for purchase by the State is a matter in the first instance for Inland Fisheries Ireland (IFI). IFI are aware that the rights in question are currently for sale on the open market. Given the commercially sensitive nature of such matters it would not be appropriate for me to comment on the State's intentions with regards to the purchase of any property for sale on the open market.

Energy Resources

Jerry Buttimer

Question:

325 Deputy Jerry Buttimer asked the Minister for Communications, Energy and Natural Resources if the contract for the installation of charging points for electric vehicles in public locations will be put out to tender or if the contract is being granted automatically to the ESB without any competitive tender; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24643/11]

The ESB, as the single operator of the electricity distribution system, is responsible for implementing the public Electric Vehicle charging infrastructure across Ireland.

I understand that, to date, the installation of charge points on public sites has been undertaken by contractors working on behalf of the ESB. I also understand that from time to time the ESB hold tendering competitions whereby interested parties may apply to be registered on a ‘tender list'. The ESB then signs framework agreements to last for a fixed period with successful candidates. Over the period of the framework agreement, contractors on the list will be engaged to undertake work on projects such as installation of charge points.

Robert Dowds

Question:

326 Deputy Robert Dowds asked the Minister for Communications, Energy and Natural Resources if, in the course of his efforts to promote wave and tidal energy production, consideration has been given to launching a competition for inventors to submit workable designs of energy production from wave and tidal sources with a significant monetary reward, on the basis that the State will have some or all of the rights to the patents of technologies of the winning submission; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24665/11]

The Ocean Energy Development Unit in the Sustainable Energy Authority of Ireland (SEAI) was established to take forward the ocean energy sector in Ireland. SEAI operates a Prototype Development Fund aimed at stimulating the development and deployment of ocean energy devices and systems and developers may apply for funding under the scheme.

Prior to the introduction of the Prototype Development Fund, SEAI considered a variety of ways to incentivise industry to develop innovative products, seeking to introduce a level playing field for all product developers/inventors.

Developers/inventors often require support at the very early stage of their project to be able to bring their products to a workable design level. A concern with the proposal outlined would be that only those companies that already have initial development funding in place would be able to avail of such a scheme. The suggestion of the state taking a stake in patent rights is complex and would require in-depth analysis. It would also likely involve the state in the product on an ongoing basis, perhaps well beyond the lifetime of the scheme.

Ministerial Responsibilities

Eoghan Murphy

Question:

327 Deputy Eoghan Murphy asked the Minister for Communications, Energy and Natural Resources his involvement in the day-to-day operations of Bord Gáis, vis-à-vis salary increases, its office location and its value for money and audits. [24778/11]

The respective roles and powers of the Board of Bord Gáis Éireann and the Minister for Communications, Energy and Natural Resources with regard to Bord Gáis Éireann are set out in legislation, in particular the Gas Act 1976 as amended.

The day to day operations of Bord Gáis Éireann are a matter for the Board.

Departmental Agencies

Joe McHugh

Question:

328 Deputy Joe McHugh asked the Minister for Communications, Energy and Natural Resources the position regarding engagement by his Department or agencies under his remit with a proposed infrastructural connection (details supplied) between two metropolitan centres in the north west; if there is up-to-date information on the impact that such a connection would have on energy prices for consumers; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24866/11]

I have no direct statutory function in relation to the connection of towns to the gas network. Infrastructural connections which extend the natural gas network are a matter for the Commission for Energy Regulation (CER) and the companies involved in gas transmission and distribution, principally Gaslink and Bord Gáis Networks (BGN). Under the Gas (Interim) (Regulation) Act 2002, the CER, which is a statutory independent body, has been charged with all aspects of the assessment and licensing of prospective operators who wish to develop and/or operate a gas distribution system within the State. The CER must be satisfied that a proposal to extend the network is an economic proposition before it will grant consent for it, as otherwise uneconomic projects will increase costs for all energy consumers.

In 2006 the CER directed BGN to implement a new Connections Policy Document, allowing for the appraisal of connecting new towns in relative proximity to the gas network, either on their own or as part of a regional group of towns. This Connections Policy was adopted in April 2006 and updated in June 2008.

Having regard to the new policy, BGN carried out a comprehensive review of towns being considered for connection to the national gas network. The review was carried out in three Phases. During 2008 and 2009, BGN, on behalf of Gaslink, examined the potential connection of 39 towns throughout the country, in a study known as New Towns Analysis Phase III. The results of this examination were reviewed and subsequently approved by the CER in April 2010. As part of this analysis, the connection of six towns in the North West to the natural gas network was examined (Ballyshannon, Bundoran, Donegal Town, Lifford, Letterkenny and Sligo Town). The report considered the connection of these towns under three different potential routes. In all cases, the results of the analysis showed that none of the six towns were economically viable for connection to the gas network.

The CER's decision not to proceed with connecting certain towns in this regard followed a detailed economic analysis based upon criteria outlined in the Connections Policy. In light of the general economic downturn and evidence from previous phases, the CER required a more prudent application of the Connections Policy than in previous phases, particularly relating to underlying assumptions.

At an earlier stage in 2001, the Government had at the time approved in principle the extension of the gas network to Letterkenny from the proposed Belfast Derry pipeline. It was also agreed that a formal detailed proposal for extending the network, with full costings, should be submitted to it before any formal decision was made to commit Exchequer funding for the project. In July 2004 the Department, commissioned the feasibility study, which was undertaken by Fingleton McAdam Consultants. It concluded that the pipeline proposal was not viable in economic terms and could require up to 100% subvention. On foot of that study, the Minister decided to carry out a full Cost Benefit Analysis and DKM Economic Consultants Ltd was commissioned to undertake this work. The report was completed in March 2005. The report concluded that the pipeline would require 100% subvention of the capital costs and would also require an annual subvention to offset the operational costs of the pipeline.

While the project could have attracted a contribution towards the construction phase under the InterReg III Programme, in the light of the conclusions of both the feasibility study and the cost benefit analysis that the extension was not viable either in financial or economic terms, the Special European Union Projects Body decided in June 2005 to re-allocate the relevant envelope of funding to other infrastructural projects located in the border region. Against this backdrop, the Minister decided not to progress this project by means of using significant Exchequer funds and advised Government accordingly in June 2005.

Appointments to State Boards

Joe McHugh

Question:

329 Deputy Joe McHugh asked the Minister for Communications, Energy and Natural Resources the names of the State boards whose membership are determined by his Department; the date on which each of these membership is due for renewal or appointment; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24954/11]

I can inform the Deputy that there are 18 State bodies under the aegis of my Department. Of these there are 15 whose boards are appointed in whole in or in part by the Minister and/or the Government, The following table details the number of board positions which fall to be filled by Ministerial appointment.

The Deputy will be aware, that following the Government Decision regarding new procedures for Appointments to State Boards, I publicly sought Expressions of Interest for appointments for vacancies which arise in bodies under the aegis of my Department in 2011.

State Body

No. members

No. members appointed by Minister

Term end date for members appointed by Minister

Broadcasting Authority Of Ireland

9

91

5 members — 30/09/20144 members — 16/02/2015

RTÉ

12

102

6 members — 31/08/20144 members — 16/02/2015

TG4

12

103

9 members — 31/03/20121 member — 28/09/2015

An Post

15

9

2 members — 02/04/2011 (process underway to fill these vacancies)1 member — 10/12/20111 member — 22/11/20121 member — 03/02/20131 member — 28/02/20131 member — 23/06/20131 member — 13/08/20131 member — 07/03/2016

Digital Hub Development Agency4

14

12

1 member — 27/01/20095 members — 23/10/20091 member — 10/11/20091 member — 30/11/20091 member — 23/10/20121 member — 23/11/20121 member — 08/02/20131 member — 18/10/2013

Bord Gáis Éireann

9

8

1 member — 05/06/20121 member — 17/12/20121 member — 27/11/20132 members — 09/06/20141 member — 27/07/20141 member — 31/07/20141 member — 22/11/2015

Bord na Móna

12

7

1 member — 21/10/20111 member — 13/06/20121 member — 27/09/20122 members — 01/05/20131 member — 21/10/20131 member — 08/06/2014

EirGrid

10

8

4 members — 16/07/2011 (process underway to fill these vacancies)1 member — 07/09/20132 members — 15/06/20141 member — 15/09/2014

ESB

12

75

1 member — 05/06/20121 member — 22/10/20121 member — 21/01/20131 member — 08/09/20141 member — 04/10/20151 member — 02/05/20161 member — 27/06/2016

Irish National Petroleum Corporation

5

5

1 member6 — 14/12/20072 members — 31/05/20122 members — 31/05/2013

National Oil Reserves Agency

6

5

1 member — 26/09/20121 member — 10/04/20132 members — 22/07/20131 member — 10/04/2016

Sustainable Energy Authority of Ireland

12

11

1 member — 30/04/20072 members — 30/04/20111 member — 03/06/2011 (process underway to fill the above vacancies)1 member — 30/04/20121 member — 10/05/20121 member — 25/08/20121 member — 30/09/20123 members — 30/04/2013

Ordnance Survey Ireland

10

10

3 members — 03/03/2011 (process underway to fill the above vacancies)6 members — 03/03/20121 member — 30/04/2012

Inland Fisheries Ireland

9

87

1 member — 30/06/20131 member — 30/06/20141 member — 30/06/2015

The Mining Board

3

1

01/09/2012 — Must be Senior Counsel

1. 5 directly nominated by Minister and appointed by Government. 4 appointed by Government on nomination of Minister following recommendation of Joint Oireachtas Committee.

2. 6 appointed by Government on recommendation of Minister. 4 appointed by Government on nomination of Minister following recommendation of Joint Oireachtas Committee.

3. Board in situ until 2012. Thereafter 6 appointed by Government on recommendation of Minister. 4 appointed by Government on nomination of Minister following recommendation of Joint Oireachtas Committee.

4. A strategic review of the DHDA is currently being undertaken by my Department. It is envisaged that the Review Process should be completed in October of this year. It will inter alia set out recommendations for the future of the Digital Hub and on the funding model. Following the review I will be in a better position to look at existing Board vacancies in the context of the DHDA at that time.

5. Appointed by the Government on recommendation of Minister.

6. It is not envisaged that this position will be filled at the present time.

7. 3 appointed by Minister, and 5 others on the nomination of other Ministers (2) and the Oireachtas (3).

Departmental Expenditure

Robert Dowds

Question:

330 Deputy Robert Dowds asked the Minister for Communications, Energy and Natural Resources the amount of money spent producing Government reports in both Irish and English on a yearly basis. [25556/11]

Details of such reports are shown in the following table.

National Renewable Energy National Plan

8,245.42

GSI Annual Report 2009

1,496.71

Appropriation Account 2009

365.54

Department Annual Report 2009

2,081.56

Register of Electors

Eoghan Murphy

Question:

331 Deputy Eoghan Murphy asked the Minister for the Environment, Community and Local Government the reason gardaí serving on UN or EU missions abroad are unable to vote in the presidential election. [24780/11]

Electoral law provides for postal voting for specified categories of persons, including members of the Defence Forces and Irish Diplomats serving abroad. I will consider extending the categories of voters for which such arrangements should be put in place to Gardaí serving abroad in the context of any future amendments to electoral law.

Local Authority Charges

Alan Farrell

Question:

332 Deputy Alan Farrell asked the Minister for the Environment, Community and Local Government if he will review local authority rates for struggling Irish businesses; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24897/11]

Local authorities are under a statutory obligation to levy rates on any property used for commercial purposes in accordance with the details entered in the valuation lists prepared by the independent Commissioner of Valuation under the Valuation Act 2001. The levying and collection of rates are matters for each individual local authority. The Annual Rate on Valuation (ARV), which is applied to the valuation of each property, determined by the Valuation Office, to obtain the amount payable in rates, is decided by the elected members of each local authority in the annual budget and its determination is a reserved function of a local authority.

The Commissioner of Valuation, who has sole responsibility for all valuation matters, is conducting a programme of revaluation of all commercial and industrial properties throughout the State on a county by county basis. The purpose of the revaluation process is to provide for more consistent and up-to-date valuations for rating purposes and to assist in making the rating system fairer and equitable for ratepayers.

Following completion of the revaluation programme, there is expected to be a much closer and uniform relationship between rental values of property and their commercial rates liability and this relationship will thereafter be maintained by means of recurring revaluations provided for in the Valuation Act.

Nuclear Plants

Gerry Adams

Question:

333 Deputy Gerry Adams asked the Minister for the Environment, Community and Local Government, further to Parliamentary Question No. 160 of 29 June 2011, the steps he has taken to ensure the UK authorities are made aware of his concerns about likely effects on Ireland of British plans to build additional nuclear facilities, including with respect to the long-term management of radioactive waste and the potential cumulative impacts of having multiple nuclear sites in one area [24468/11]

Gerry Adams

Question:

334 Deputy Gerry Adams asked the Minister for the Environment, Community and Local Government if the Radiological Protection Institute of Ireland has completed its independent assessment of the possible impacts for Ireland from the UK’s nuclear build programme; when he expects this report to be completed; and when same will be published [24469/11]

I propose to take Questions Nos. 333 and 334 together.

Ireland recognises the right of States to determine their own energy mix, including whether or not to develop nuclear power. It is Ireland's expectation that, where a State chooses to develop a nuclear power industry, this will be done in line with the highest international standards with respect to safety and environmental protection.

In view of the potential for transboundary impacts, however unlikely, the importance of prioritising nuclear safety and environmental protection is a matter of concern to non-nuclear States such as Ireland. With regard to the UK's plans for new nuclear build, including at Sellafield, my Department has engaged bilaterally with the UK Department of Energy and Climate Change on these plans since they were first signalled a number of years ago and continues to do so. This engagement serves to highlight to the UK any concerns identified from Ireland's perspective in relation to the planned new nuclear build. Concerns raised to date have included the long-term management of radioactive waste, as well as potential cumulative impacts of having multiple nuclear sites in an area, including with respect to emergency planning and response and radioactive discharges to the Irish Sea. As part of these ongoing discussions, UK authorities have advised my Department that they have identified no likely significant effects arising for Ireland from the planned new build programme. I will continue in these efforts to ensure that the UK authorities are made aware of and address our concerns and take all possible steps to ensure that the highest levels of safety apply at Sellafield and any other new plants to be developed in the coming years.

At the request of my Department, the Radiological Protection Institute of Ireland (RPII) is conducting an independent assessment of possible impacts for Ireland from the UK's new nuclear build programme. This work is ongoing. Its initial timeframe was revised to account for the demands placed on the RPII's Nuclear Safety Directorate by the response and follow-up to the accident at the Fukushima nuclear facility in Japan in March 2011. It is now expected that the results of the assessment will be provided to my Department at the end of 2011.

Fire Services

Brendan Griffin

Question:

335 Deputy Brendan Griffin asked the Minister for the Environment, Community and Local Government if he is satisfied with the current level of fire services available in an area (details supplied) in County Kerry; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24472/11]

The provision of a fire service in its functional area, including the establishment and maintenance of a fire brigade, the assessment of fire cover needs, the provision of a premises and the making of such other provisions as it considers necessary or desirable, is a statutory function of individual fire authorities under the provisions of the Fire Services Act 1981. The provision of fire services to the areas referred to in the Question is, therefore, a matter for Kerry County Council.

By way of background, Kerry County Council's fire services are provided by a retained staffing system. Retained fire-fighters are employees of fire authorities, and are organised to provide a full professional fire service throughout the county, including for the communities referred to in the question. The retained fires services are appropriately trained, equipped, supervised and operate to proper procedures. The local station whose closure is referred to in the Question was a voluntary fire unit, which was outside the direct control of the fire authority. The voluntary unit in question did not have the requisite training to attend and deal safely with a variety of incident types. While it received some training, equipment and funding from the Council in the past, it did not report to and was not under the control of the Council's Fire Service. I would like to emphasise that the most effective measure to protect the lives of persons in the communities referred to, as in all communities, is to ensure that each dwelling is fitted with proper smoke alarms. I encourage all households in Kerry, as throughout the country, to ensure that this is the case.

Water and Sewerage Schemes

Brendan Griffin

Question:

336 Deputy Brendan Griffin asked the Minister for the Environment, Community and Local Government when funding will be made available to Kerry County Council for a project (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24481/11]

The Water Services Investment Programme 2010-2012, a copy of which is available in the Oireachtas Library, provides for the commencement of water conservation contracts to the value of just under €18.8 million during the programme period in County Kerry. Since the publication of the programme, Kerry County Council has completed its countywide watermains rehabilitation strategy required as part of its water conservation programme. This strategy identifies specific defective water supply networks requiring rehabilitation and/or replacement. The Council is also identifying the works to be included in the Countywide Watermains Rehabilitation Project Phase 1 contract to be progressed and funded under my Department's Water Services Investment Programme 2010 — 2012. My Department recently approved advance work proposals for the replacement of watermains in a number of areas in Kerry including the works for Ballydowney, Killarney to Beaufort Bridge, Killarney.

Local Authority Housing

Ciaran Lynch

Question:

337 Deputy Ciarán Lynch asked the Minister for the Environment, Community and Local Government the local authorities that are implementing the incremental purchase scheme; the number of properties that have been purchased to date in each local authority area; the targets that have been set for 2011; the funding that has been provided to each local authority to facilitate delivery of this scheme; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24482/11]

Part 3 of the Housing (Miscellaneous Provision) Act, 2009 provides for an incremental purchase scheme in respect of newly built houses reserved by housing authorities for the purpose. Regulations to implement the Incremental Purchase Scheme for new homes were made in June 2010. The scheme is available to all housing authorities. I am not aware of any completed purchases to date under the scheme and it is not appropriate to set targets for a scheme such as this which will be provided by housing authorities according to the specific opportunities and needs in their own areas. It is acknowledged that the current economic climate, reduced demand for house purchase including purchase by local authority tenants, constraints on availability of credit to applicants and a scale back of new-build local authority houses have all combined to limit the potential of the scheme at present. Capital funding is not needed by authorities as funding to purchase or build a housing unit designated for Incremental Purchase has generally already been provided by the Exchequer.

Unfinished Housing Developments

Thomas P. Broughan

Question:

338 Deputy Thomas P. Broughan asked the Minister for the Environment, Community and Local Government the steps being taken in conjunction with the relevant local authority and a developer (details supplied) to complete urgently the unfinished estate of Castlemoyne, Balgriffin, Dublin 13, and remedy all outstanding defects for the benefit of existing residents; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24508/11]

I have established and am chairing the National Co-ordination Committee on Unfinished Housing Developments to oversee implementation of the Report of the Advisory Group on Unfinished Housing Developments, together with the Government's response to the recommendations. The Committee is meeting on a regular basis with the aim of publishing a report on progress achieved within the next 12 months. In the meantime, work is ongoing on implementation of the Report of the Advisory Group and real progress is being made with regard to the public safety works required to improve the living conditions of existing residents on some unfinished estates.

To date, my Department has made allocations totalling some €2.16 million to fifteen local authorities from the €5 million funding allocation made available to address immediate safety issues. The types of works that have been approved include the fencing off of unsecured and hazardous areas, capping of pipes, installation of street lighting, and other works to secure sites. My Department will be making further allocations as applications are received from local authorities and assessed. Planning authorities are also making progress in securing the co-operation of developers, financial institutions and/or bond holders, thereby obviating the need to use Exchequer resources to fund such work.

Developers and owners of unfinished housing developments (or their receivers, where appointed) have the primary legal obligation in addressing outstanding problems associated with these developments. Any public funds expended under this provision should ultimately be recouped from the developer/receiver. Estates which fall under the direct control of NAMA, or receivers appointed by NAMA, are being managed by them and as a consequence do not fall within this scheme.

The recent national survey of Unfinished Housing Developments has identified that there are no serious health and safety issues on Phase 1 of Castlemoyne. In relation to Phase 2 of this development the unbuilt areas have been fenced off. Fingal County Council has not identified this estate as being Category 4 — the only category being considered for funding under the public safety initiative — and has therefore not received any funding.

Waste Management

Derek Nolan

Question:

339 Deputy Derek Nolan asked the Minister for the Environment, Community and Local Government if his attention has been drawn to the vast amount of waste that goes unsegregated by private waste operators; if there is a requirement for private waste operators to segregate their waste; his plans to introduce mandatory waste segregation; his views on this issue; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24533/11]

The greater the degree of separation of different categories of waste by consumers and businesses, the easier it will be to reduce the proportion of our waste disposed of in landfill and to create the conditions for investment in much needed recovery and recycling infrastructure. Waste presentation is largely determined by permit conditions and local by-laws. The Waste Management (Collection Permit) Regulations 2007 provide that a permitted waste collector must source-segregate, treat or recover a specified proportion of waste collected, or class or classes of such waste, in such manner as may be specified by the relevant local authority. In 2008, my Department instructed local authorities to provide, as a matter of urgency, for the implementation of source-segregated collection for organic waste in urban areas.

The Waste Management (Food Waste) Regulations 2009 require the segregation and recovery of food waste arising in the commercial sector. A Regulatory Impact Assessment is currently underway in relation to the placing of an obligation on waste collectors to provide or arrange for the separate collection of household food waste and its diversion from disposal to recovery and recycling. The increases to the landfill levy which became effective earlier this month are intended to provide an economic mechanism to encourage the segregation of waste.

Performance has undoubtedly improved in recent years. The National Waste Report 2009 states that in 2009 a 2-bin service was provided to 72% of serviced households and a 3-bin service was provided to a further 24% of serviced households. However, notwithstanding the legal and policy framework, our improved performance and the likely impact of recent and anticipated changes, as a society we must do better.

The Programme for Government commits to the development of a coherent national waste policy, adhering to the waste hierarchy, which will aim to minimise waste disposal in landfill and maximise recovery. I am prioritising this commitment. A public consultation in relation to the new national waste policy is under way; a discussion document has been published on my Department's website to help inform consideration. The discussion document sets out a range of possible policy initiatives and issues for wider consideration, including in relation to the mandatory segregation of waste, and presents a real opportunity for interested parties to contribute to shaping a new national waste policy. The consultation period closes on Friday 30 September.

Temple Bar Cultural Trust

Finian McGrath

Question:

340 Deputy Finian McGrath asked the Minister for the Environment, Community and Local Government, in view of the fact that the Temple Bar Cultural Trust, TBCT, organisation has been found to have offset the cost of lunches in February 2009 and 2010 against the rent of a restaurant whose owners are tenants of the trust, if he will call for a full independent audit into the spending of the TBCT, which is a body whose sole shareholder is the Dublin City Council. [24578/11]

The Temple Bar Cultural Trust organisation is a private limited company with the Dublin City Manager as the sole shareholder. Therefore, in the first instance, governance arrangements and financial management of the Trust are a matter for Dublin City Council and its Audit Committee. I understand that an independent consultancy report into the operation of the Trust, commissioned by Dublin City Council, has been presented to the Council. The Report was discussed at a recent Council meeting and will be discussed again by the Council at its meeting in October.

Departmental Funding

Catherine Murphy

Question:

341 Deputy Catherine Murphy asked the Minister for the Environment, Community and Local Government the number and location of voluntary housing associations that have not drawn down the annual maintenance grant; if known, the reason the grants have not been drawn down; the checks and balances in place to ensure such associations are in compliance with the terms of the scheme; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24612/11]

My Department's involvement with voluntary and co-operative housing schemes relates primarily to the provision of funds for individual projects. The detailed administration of the schemes, and the certification that projects comply with the terms and conditions of the funding schemes, are the responsibility of the relevant local authority.

Under the terms of the Capital Loan and Subsidy Scheme, which provides funding for standard family-type accommodation, management and maintenance costs are met from the rental income generated by the project as well as an annual management and maintenance allowance of up to €543 which is paid by the local authority to approved housing bodies in respect of each dwelling funded under the scheme. It is a requirement of the scheme that the dwelling is occupied by tenants drawn from the local authority housing list and it is a matter for the relevant authority to ensure compliance with all of the conditions pertaining to payment of the allowance. Expenditure on the payment of management and maintenance allowances to approved housing bodies is recouped to local authorities by my Department on receipt of the appropriate claims. All matters relating to the receipt, examination and payment of payment claims are dealt with locally. Information relating to approved housing bodies who have not drawn the allowance from the housing authority is not available in my Department.

Local Authority Funding

Joan Collins

Question:

342 Deputy Joan Collins asked the Minister for the Environment, Community and Local Government the proposals and appropriate arrangements relating to the financial position of Sligo County Council that were discussed at his meeting with the cathaoirleach of the council and the county manager on 20 May 2011; the location at which the meeting took place; the time the meeting commenced; the time the meeting concluded; if other items apart from the council’s finances were included on the agenda for the meeting; if the report, minutes, notes and documentation from the meeting are available for inspection; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24630/11]

I met with the Cathaoirleach and Manager of Sligo County Council on the occasion of the official openings of the new Library and Fire Station in Ballymote on 20 May 2011. The meeting commenced at 3.30 p.m. and concluded at 3.45 p.m. approximately. At this meeting the financial position and the funding challenges facing the Council were briefly discussed with a view to further exploration between my Department and the Council of appropriate arrangements to reduce the deficit over time. There was no specific documentation arising from the meeting. It is a matter for each local authority, including Sligo County Council, to determine its own spending priorities in the context of the annual budgetary process having regard to both locally identified needs and available resources. It is also a matter for individual local authorities to manage their own day-to-day finances in a prudent and sustainable manner.

Joan Collins

Question:

343 Deputy Joan Collins asked the Minister for the Environment, Community and Local Government if he has received any correspondence or submissions from Sligo Borough Council or Sligo County Council in regard to funding for the improvement of O’Connell Street, Sligo, in the period since 5 July 2011; the date on which the correspondence or submissions were received in addition to a summary of the materials received; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24631/11]

My Department received e-mail correspondence from Sligo Borough Council on 30 August 2011 in connection with the proposed improvement works to O'Connell Street together with copies of motions adopted by the Borough Council relating to these works and traffic management arrangements locally. The Council also advised that only the planning and design phase of the proposed works to O'Connell Street would be completed this year and requested that the capital funding for the construction phase be included the Council's 2012 allocation. A detailed proposal in respect of these works is awaited from Sligo Borough Council. This will be evaluated on the basis of its contribution to supporting the overall objectives of the regeneration project and how it can address issues such as creating linkages with the Cranmore estate and adjacent areas as well as issues such as infrastructure deficit generally, accessibility and social exclusion resulting from unemployment and economic disadvantage.

Local Authority Charges

Jerry Buttimer

Question:

344 Deputy Jerry Buttimer asked the Minister for the Environment, Community and Local Government the amount of commercial rates written off as bad debts over the past three years for each local authority; the total revenue stream lost to local authorities as a result of commercial rates written off as bad debts; his plans to supplement the shortfall of income to local authorities to minimise any adverse impact on the provision of local services; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24649/11]

Local authorities are under a statutory obligation to levy rates on any property used for commercial purposes in accordance with the details entered in the valuation lists prepared by the independent Commissioner of Valuation under the Valuation Act 2001. The levying and collection of rates are matters for each individual local authority. As with all local charges, the invoicing and collection of due amounts is a matter for the local authority concerned to manage in the light of prevailing local circumstances and in accordance with normal accountancy procedures. I recognise that these are difficult economic times and I will continue to keep all matters relating to rates under regular consideration in my Department.

The revenue base of local authorities was broadened in 2009 by the introduction in the Local Government (Charges) Act 2009 of a €200 charge on non-principal private residences. The charge is payable in respect of private rented accommodation, holiday homes and other non-principal private residences. As at 15 September, 2011, the non-principal private residence charge has raised €69,821,880 in 2009, €68,294,000 in 2010 and €61,789,760 in respect of 2011.

The EU/IMF Programme of Financial Support for Ireland commits the Government to the introduction of a property tax for 2012. The Programme reflects the need, in the context of the State's overall financial position, to put the funding of locally delivered services on a sound financial footing, improve accountability and better align the cost of providing services with the demand for such services. In light of the complex issues involved, a property tax, requiring a comprehensive property valuation system, would take time to introduce and accordingly, to meet the requirements in the EU/IMF Programme, the Government has decided to introduce a household charge in 2012. The household charge is an interim measure and proposals for a full property tax will be considered by the Government in due course. The charge will be set at €100 and will apply to the majority of the households in the country, subject to a limited number of exemptions and waivers. It is expected to raise some €160 million and it is the intention that the revenues from the charge will support the provision of local services. Legislation to underpin the household charge will be brought before the Oireachtas shortly.

The information requested in respect of each local authority is set out in the following table. 2009 is the most recent year for which audited information is available.

Authority Name

2007€

2008€

2009€

Carlow County Council

48,659

63,701

84,558

Cavan County Council

106,716

78,828

150,332

Clare County Council

301,577

419,856

396,538

Cork County Council

3,279,302

3,868,254

5,041,167

Donegal County Council

2,137,878

2,302,580

1,363,280

Fingal County Council

886,521

1,364,689

2,141,388

Dun Laoghaire Rathdown County Council

1,464,053

1,161,247

1,712,032

Galway County Council

1,951,482

2,636,068

2,727,353

Kerry County Council

2,050,403

1,719,763

2,362,878

Kildare County Council

0

0

0

Kilkenny County Council

498,011

1,013,476

1,237,416

Laois County Council

119,570

172,267

271,481

Leitrim County Council

339,461

439,741

545,554

Limerick County Council

1,720,067

1,948,681

2,644,874

Longford County Council

272,432

410,706

204,541

Louth County Council

617,097

654,051

756,462

Mayo County Council

1,438,372

1,649,093

2,484,383

Meath County Council

0

0

0

Monaghan County Council

211,786

274,444

602,947

North Tipperary County Council

44,232

77,122

188,260

Offaly County Council

395,289

567,400

803,689

Roscommon County Council

31,383

751,669

1,563,232

Sligo County Council

176,004

283,838

579,355

South Dublin County Council

2,192,432

-188,700

1,687,009

South Tipperary County Council

3,716

2,380

1,760

Waterford County Council

509,005

383,252

408,964

Westmeath County Council

66,805

1,480

236,607

Wexford County Council

606,820

509,989

660,644

Wicklow County Council

579,045

1,260,842

1,464,190

Cork City Council

188,362

313,373

1,852,616

Dublin City Council

17,718,465

5,616,183

6,247,794

Galway City Council

1,500,777

2,627,132

2,435,131

Limerick City Council

2,742,128

2,079,954

1,823,528

Waterford City Council

89,214

143,235

189,950

Clonmel Borough Council

0

0

47,189

Drogheda Borough Council

952,938

928,391

2,149,886

Kilkenny Borough Council

234,328

457,958

555,533

Sligo Borough Council

1,322,193

661,977

890,046

Wexford Borough Council

303,771

209,381

467,995

Arklow Town Council

258,683

413,109

520,877

Athlone Town Council

14,374

0

0

Athy Town Council

0

0

0

Ballina Town Council

554,858

525,779

729,526

Ballinasloe Town Council

272,079

321,894

324,172

Birr Town Council

205,713

270,109

233,453

Bray Town Council

541,561

734,883

704,429

Buncrana Town Council

282,927

282,303

762,828

Bundoran Town Council

36,039

54,630

87,232

Carlow Town Council

58,618

161,463

110,825

Carrick on Suir Town Council

14,523

3,253

4,606

Carrickmacross Town Council

36,121

51,037

88,280

Cashel Town Council

0

0

0

Castlebar Town Council

424,300

537,165

682,085

Castleblayney Town Council

90,093

150,298

133,134

Cavan Town Council

259,398

213,192

300,985

Clonakility Town Council

12,773

12,343

52,862

Clones Town Council

65,752

51,175

128,492

Cobh Town Council

64,784

125,741

146,664

Dundalk Town Council

874,504

409,189

966,133

Dungarvan Town Council

434,906

276,356

311,792

Ennis Town Council

339,577

540,437

591,822

Enniscorthy Town Council

11,661

51,780

58,316

Fermoy Town Council

102,313

138,402

204,826

Kells Town Council

0

0

0

Killarney Town Council

715,466

654,326

833,203

Kilrush Town Council

4,793

1,970

7,777

Kinsale Town Council

15,216

51,171

14,472

Letterkenny Town Council

154,583

347,679

388,328

Listowel Town Council

103,557

217,702

209,707

Longford Town Council

339,919

339,023

591,740

Macroom Town Council

4,899

5,855

51,661

Mallow Town Council

56,559

135,168

171,242

Midleton Town Council

94,332

80,524

108,601

Monaghan Town Council

308,221

299,864

538,040

Naas Town Council

5,473

886

0

Navan Town Council

0

0

331,598

Nenagh Town Council

177,348

247,242

377,330

New Ross Town Council

24,976

12,565

8,065

Skibbereen Town Council

118,618

133,064

161,644

Templemore Town Council

5,925

14,354

16,509

Thurles Town Council

121,320

215,490

344,008

Tipperary Town Council

1,278

0

0

Tralee Town Council

982,956

1,179,870

2,912,370

Trim Town Council

0

0

0

Tullamore Town Council

543,070

855,628

736,996

Westport Town Council

164,327

121,984

149,391

Wicklow Town Council

191,001

230,205

291,953

Youghal Town Council

182,887

440,598

339,981

Total

56,372,575

47,774,005

64,708,517

Leader Programmes

Michael Ring

Question:

345 Deputy Michael Ring asked the Minister for the Environment, Community and Local Government the position regarding an appeal for Leader funding by an applicant (details supplied) in County Mayo; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24796/11]

There are 36 Local Action Groups contracted, on my Department's behalf, to deliver the Rural Development Programme throughout the country and these groups are the principal decision-makers in relation to the allocation of project funding. Such decisions are made in the context of the local development strategy of the individual groups and in line with Departmental operating rules and EU regulations. There is provision in the operating rules of the Rural Development Programme to allow an applicant if dissatisfied with the decision of a Local Action Group, to appeal that decision to the Regional Inspector. The applicant in question appealed a decision made by South West Mayo Development Company not to support a grant application. On foot of the appeal by the applicant a review was carried out and has been completed. The applicant was made aware of the findings of the appeal on the 29 June 2011. Subsequently the applicant wrote to my Department requesting a review of the appeal decision. This is currently under consideration.

Water Charges

Alan Farrell

Question:

346 Deputy Alan Farrell asked the Minister for the Environment, Community and Local Government the proposed cost and timeframe involved in the installation of water meters for households; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24898/11]

Brendan Griffin

Question:

359 Deputy Brendan Griffin asked the Minister for the Environment, Community and Local Government if the administration of water charge billing will be subcontracted to the private sector; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24989/11]

I propose to take Questions Nos. 346 and 359 together.

The Programme for Government provides for the introduction of a fair funding model to deliver clean and reliable water. The objective is to install water meters in households connected to public water supplies and move to a charging system based on usage above a free allowance. My Department is currently preparing a strategy to implement these proposals, which will include estimates of the cost of metering and consideration of how the metering programme is to be funded and procured. The Programme for Government also proposes the establishment of a new State-owned water company, Irish Water. The Memorandum of Understanding between Ireland and the European Union and International Monetary Fund commits Ireland to undertaking an independent assessment of the establishment of a water utility. Work on the independent assessment is underway. The assessment will examine the optimal organisational structures for Irish Water and will also include recommendations on the functions to be assigned to the company (e.g. administration of billing and collection functions).

Referendum Proposals

Alan Farrell

Question:

347 Deputy Alan Farrell asked the Minister for the Environment, Community and Local Government the means by which the details of the upcoming referendum on parliamentary powers will be communicated to the electorate to ensure full clarity and understanding; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24899/11]

The Thirtieth Amendment of the Constitution (Houses of the Oireachtas) Bill 2011 is being sponsored by my colleague the Minister for Public Expenditure and Reform. The Government has approved the establishment of a Referendum Commission in relation to the proposed amendment of the Constitution contained in this Bill. Arising from that decision, I exercised the powers conferred on me under the Referendum Act 1998 to establish the Commission on 13 September 2011. The task of the Commission is to explain the subject matter of the referendum proposals, to promote public awareness of the referendum and to encourage the electorate to vote at the poll. Further information about the Referendum Commission can be found at www.refcom.ie.

The Government has also agreed that a statement for the information of voters at the forthcoming referendum should issue in accordance with section 23 of the Referendum Act 1994. This statement will be sent with the polling information card to every elector and issued separately to postal and special voters. It will be displayed in poster form in polling stations and it will also be available to presiding officers to assist blind and incapacitated voters and voters with literacy difficulties on polling day. The required motions for resolutions of each House of the Oireachtas in relation to the Statement are being progressed in tandem with the passage of the Bill through the Houses of the Oireachtas.

Departmental Bodies

Alan Farrell

Question:

348 Deputy Alan Farrell asked the Minister for the Environment, Community and Local Government the proposed timeframe within which the working group on pyrite will be established; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24900/11]

On 15 September I announced the establishment of a panel to seek to identify a way forward in regard to pyrite contamination in private housing stock. Arrangements for the establishment of the panel should be finalised this week.

Water Services

Alan Farrell

Question:

349 Deputy Alan Farrell asked the Minister for the Environment, Community and Local Government his plans in respect of the servicing and preparation he has been carrying out to prevent water disruptions during freezing weather conditions as experienced in December 2010; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24904/11]

My Department considers water conservation to be of paramount importance. The current Water Services Investment Programme 2010-2012, a copy of which is in the Oireachtas library, places a significant emphasis on water conservation, providing for network rehabilitation contracts with a total value of some €321 million to commence in the period 2010-2012.

In the aftermath of the severe weather in December 2010 and January 2011, my Department carried out a review of the local authority response. The purpose of the review was to identify lessons learnt — what worked successfully and what needed improvement, so that organisations/agencies could consolidate and further enhance preparedness and the response process in the future. Specifically, in relation to water services, local authorities have identified the contingency arrangements needed when a severe weather incident is predicted. These include demand management measures to seek to reduce demand and replenish reservoirs during the period of freezing weather, mainly through pressure reductions and night-time restrictions and ensuring that staff are available throughout the thawing phase to manage production, find and fix leaks, provide alternative supplies through tankers and standpipes and provide information through websites and other media outlets. In addition, my Department's National Directorate for Fire and Emergency Management is currently drawing up a severe weather preparedness guidance document, which includes guidance on water issues.

Local Authority Services

Simon Harris

Question:

350 Deputy Simon Harris asked the Minister for the Environment, Community and Local Government his plans to roll out the fixyourstreet.ie customer service for local authorities across the State; the contact he has had with local authorities on this issue to-date; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24908/11]

Local authorities have arrangements and applications in place which facilitate citizens in making complaints or suggestions or in reporting problems through various mediums, including by post, phone, text, fax, e-mail and on-line through their websites. In the context of the commitment in the Programme for Government, my Department is working with local authorities in developing options for the enhancement of these arrangements which will further assist citizens in availing of local authority services and in reporting problems or faults to their local authority. This has included engagement with the County and City Managers' Association and bilateral discussions with South Dublin County Council who are now piloting a website www.fixyourstreet.ie, which allows members of the public notify non-emergency issues such as graffiti, road defects, street lighting, drainage, litter and illegal dumping. Subject to successful piloting and any necessary adaptations, it can then be considered for extension to other local authorities.

Local Government Audit Service

Simon Harris

Question:

351 Deputy Simon Harris asked the Minister for the Environment, Community and Local Government his views regarding local government not being covered under the remit of the Committee of Public Accounts; his plans to introduce legislation or other measures to rectify this anomaly; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24909/11]

The audit of the accounts of all local authorities is required to be carried out by the independent Local Government Audit Service under the Local Government Act 2001. I have no plans at present to alter this statutory arrangement. The elected members of a local authority have direct responsibility in law for all reserved functions of the authority, which include adopting the annual budget and authorising borrowing, and are democratically accountable for all expenditure by the local authority.

In order to enhance the financial management and audit control systems in local authorities, an audit committee, with both councillor and expert external membership, is now in place in each county and city council. The functions of an audit committee are to review financial and budgetary reporting practices and procedures within a local authority, foster the development of best practice in the internal audit function, review auditors' reports and special reports and assess follow-up action by management, assess and promote efficiency and value for money, review risk management systems and make such recommendations to the authority as the committee considers appropriate in respect of such matters.

The Report of the Local Government Efficiency Review Group made a number of recommendations in relation to value for money and audit functions. In particular, it recommended that the Director of the Local Government Audit Service produce an annual report that takes a more strategic overview of financial management and audit issues across the local government sector, taking account of sectoral issues that emerge from the audit of individual local authorities. The Group considered that this report would provide the opportunity for the Director to put before my Department key issues for attention and for the local government sector to address. In addition, the Group recommended that this report should be sent to the relevant Oireachtas committee so that it can be discussed with the Director and relevant local government officials. The Group considered that this approach would facilitate Oireachtas oversight of local expenditure of central funds, while at the same time recognising that expenditure by local authorities is a matter of separate local democratic accountability. In accordance with this recommendation, the annual report of the Director of Audit of the Local Government Audit Service, covering local authority accounts for the year 2009, has been submitted to the Joint Committee on the Environment, Community and Local Government.

Local Authority Staff

Simon Harris

Question:

352 Deputy Simon Harris asked the Minister for the Environment, Community and Local Government if his attention has been drawn to a situation regarding the impact of the public sector recruitment moratorium on the provision of access and equality officers within local authorities; if he finds it acceptable that these positions, which are required under the Disability Act, are being carried out by officials with other duties; if he believes that it is best appropriate for access and equality officer roles to be independent positions within local authorities; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24910/11]

The embargo on the filling of posts in local authorities was introduced on 24 March 2009 following a Government decision to implement savings measures across the wider public service. My Department received a delegated sanction from the Department of Finance in August 2009 for implementation of this general moratorium on the filling of public sector posts across all local authorities. This is on condition that the overall staffing levels in the sector are reduced by the end of 2013. In this regard, local authorities have reduced numbers, in terms of whole time equivalent staff, by approximately 6,500 since June 2008. The work carried out by departing staff has been absorbed by remaining staff delivering very significant savings in terms of sustainable remuneration costs.

Under section 159 of the Local Government Act 2001, each County and City Manager is responsible for staffing and organisational arrangements necessary for carrying out the functions of the local authorities for which he or she is responsible. In this regard, it is a matter for County and City managers, in the first instance, to ensure that the reduction in staff numbers is managed so that the appropriate service level is maintained. Where vacancies arise, local authorities must consider all options for reorganisation and reallocation of work to meet requirements. Any exceptions to this principle, which will arise in very limited circumstances, require sanction from this Department. All staffing sanction requests are examined on a case by case basis having due regard to the continued delivery of key services and the need to further reduce overall staffing levels in the local authority sector. In this regard, local authorities have an employment control framework numbers ceiling of 30,000 whole time equivalents for the end of 2013. In June 2011, total local authority staff numbers were approximately 30,900.

My Department works closely with local authorities to ensure key posts are filled. In this regard, the majority of the sanctions granted are for the filling of posts in front line service areas such as water services, roads maintenance, housing, community and enterprise, fire and emergency services and in relation to capital projects. In view of the financial position facing local authorities and the country as a whole, my Department and local authorities will continue to make every effort to ensure that further efficiencies and savings are attained by the sector while an appropriate level of service to the public is maintained. In this context, while local authorities must comply with statutory obligations, including those outlined in the Disability Act 2005, all options for reorganisation and reallocation of work to meet the statutory requirements must be made.

Water Services

Terence Flanagan

Question:

353 Deputy Terence Flanagan asked the Minister for the Environment, Community and Local Government the position regarding the harvesting of rainwater (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24921/11]

Harvested rainwater can potentially be used as an alternative source of water for various domestic purposes, e.g. supplying toilet cisterns, washing machines etc., and for various business and commercial operations. Environmental and economic benefits can also accrue from reducing the demand for water abstraction at source and the subsequent and expensive treatment of raw water for human consumption. Large-scale rainwater harvesting systems are already in use by some schools, factories and other buildings and are increasingly being incorporated into new developments. Retrofitting a rainwater harvesting system in existing households could require the installation of an attic storage tank and the re-routing and upgrading of plumbing and, therefore, could be expensive. Any plumbing system based on rainwater collection may contain traces of atmospheric and environmental pollutants, along with animal and bird faecal matter. It is essential, therefore, that there is no cross-connection between any pipe, fitting or appliance carrying non-potable water and pipes carrying potable water in order to avoid potentially serious issues for public health and risk of cross-contamination of the public water supply. It is essential that any installer is competent in safeguarding potable water supplies within a mixed pipe system and consumers installing such systems should be aware of the ongoing operational and maintenance requirements.

My Department has funded two pilot projects undertaken by the Dublin Institute of Technology on behalf of the National Rural Water Services Committee. The first pilot was carried out at two locations, a house in Ballinabrannagh, County Carlow and a farm at Clonalvey, County Meath. The project concluded that rainwater harvesting is a sustainable water conservation measure but was inconclusive on economic grounds. The report on the second pilot project, which was carried out in a school at Carrowholly in County Mayo, will be published shortly. All findings and recommendations regarding the projects will then be assessed fully by my Department. Earlier this month, I amended the Planning Regulations to facilitate rainwater harvesting in agricultural buildings. This amendment inserted a new exemption which will allow a farmer to install rainwater collecting receptacles either below ground or at gable ends of sheds to gather rainwater which can then be used for cleaning, etc. This provision should facilitate farmers to store and use free water for purposes other than watering their livestock, thereby saving money on their water bills as well as making optimal use of natural and renewable resources. The Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food has advised that this water cannot be used for feeding livestock etc., unless it is properly treated.

Deposit Protection Scheme

Dominic Hannigan

Question:

354 Deputy Dominic Hannigan asked the Minister for the Environment, Community and Local Government his plans to introduce a deposit protection scheme for private tenants; the communication he has had with the Private Residencies Tenancies Board in relation to this scheme; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24924/11]

The Residential Tenancies Act 2004 regulates the tenant-landlord relationship in the private rented residential sector. My Department conducted a review of the Act in 2009 with a specific emphasis on whether it best supports the PRTB's key functions and whether legislative amendments would support the achievement of additional operational efficiencies by the PRTB in the delivery of those functions or the broader good working of the private rented sector. The outcomes of the review were announced by my predecessor as Minister of State in April 2010, and the Government approved the preparation of the Heads of a Bill to deliver on the review's recommendations. Full details in relation to the background of the review and the outcomes are available on my Department's website www.environ.ie. The drafting of the Residential Tenancies (Amendment) Bill 2011 was approved by Government in July 2011. The General Scheme of the Bill, inter alia, includes the introduction of fines where a landlord is found unjustifiably to have retained all or part of a tenant’s security deposit, as a first step to eliminating the problem of deposit retention. I am at present evaluating the Residential Tenancies Act review process recommendations and associated legislative proposals. I have met with the PRTB which has engaged in some research as to the viability of a separate deposit retention scheme pursuant to its function, under section 151(1) of the Act, to provide advice to the Minister concerning policy in relation to the private rented sector. On foot of that meeting, I have asked the PRTB to carry out further research on how best to address the issue of deposit retention. This research will further inform my thinking on this matter.

Water and Sewerage Schemes

Tony McLoughlin

Question:

355 Deputy Tony McLoughlin asked the Minister for the Environment, Community and Local Government if he will reconsider his decision not to approve funding for the extension of the Sligo and environs sewerage scheme for Cumeen, County Sligo; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24946/11]

The Sligo and Environs Sewerage Scheme, which includes the extension to Cumeen, is included as a scheme at planning in my Department's Water Services Investment Programme 2010-2012, a copy of which is available in the Oireachtas Library. My Department wrote to Sligo County Council in July 2011 advising that the design review report for the scheme could not be considered further until such time as the council completed a Local Area Plan for the Cumeen area which would provide a clearer basis for determining the nature and scale of water services infrastructure that may be required for the area.

Water Services

Tony McLoughlin

Question:

356 Deputy Tony McLoughlin asked the Minister for the Environment, Community and Local Government if he will consider grant aiding community and sports centre controlled by local authorities and local communities across the State to provide rain water harvesting facilities which would be welcomed in view of the amount of treated water used in these types of community complexes. [24948/11]

I refer to the reply to Question No. 353 on today's Order Paper which sets out my Department's general policy position in relation to rainwater harvesting and addresses certain operational issues arising in the use of these technologies. Funding of €427 million is available for allocation to qualifying projects up to the end of 2013 under the Rural Development Programme (RDP) 2007-13. Some 36 Local Action Groups are contracted on my Department's behalf to deliver the RDP throughout the country. These groups are the principal decision-makers in relation to the allocation of project funding. Such decisions are made in the context of the local development strategy of the individual groups and in line with departmental operating rules and EU regulations. There is scope for funding water harvesting facilities under the conservation measure of the rural development programme which is subject to a range of eligibility criteria. Funding cannot be made available to public bodies under the RDP. However, it may be possible to consider funding applications in respect of initiatives that are organised, managed and led at community level. Contact details for the 36 Local Action Groups are available on my Department's website, www.environ.ie.

Appointments to State Boards

Joe McHugh

Question:

357 Deputy Joe McHugh asked the Minister for the Environment, Community and Local Government the names of the State boards whose membership are determined by his Department; the date on which each of these membership is due for renewal or appointment; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24957/11]

The table that follows this reply details the position in relation to appointments to the governing council or board of each agency under the aegis of my Department and the due date for appointments. Appointments include both individual appointments of board or council members and/or the appointment of a full board or council.

State Agency

Date for next Renewal/Appointment (individual appointment or entire board)

An Bord Pleanála

April 2010 (There are 2 individual vacancies at present and a further six will arise by the end of December 2011)

Building Regulations Advisory Body (BRAB)

June 2012 (Entire board)

An Chomhairle Leabharlanna — Library Council

April 2013 (Entire board)

Comhar SDC

March 2012 (18 individual member vacancies from a total of 25)

Dormant Accounts Board

January 2012 (1 individual member)

Dublin Docklands Development Authority

April 2012 (Entire board)

Environmental Protection Agency

Appointments to the EPA Board of Directors are made by Government, in accordance with the provisions of the Environmental Protection Agency Act 1992. The position of Director General is currently vacant and has been advertised recently. The contracts of the 4 Director posts expire in 2012, 2013 (x2) and 2015.

Housing Finance Agency

December 2011 (Entire board apart from C.E.O)

Irish Water Safety

July 2011 (Entire council)(Elections of water safety representatives have been held and expressions of interest have also been sought. The matter is under consideration at present)

Interim Housing and Sustainable Communities Agency

Early 2012

Limerick Southside Regeneration Agency

June 2012 (Entire board)

Limerick Northside Regeneration Agency

June 2012 (Entire board)

Local Government Computer Services Board/ Local Government Management Services Board (merged board)

October 2013 (Entire board)

National Building Agency

NBA to be abolished in early 2012

National Traveller Accommodation Consultative Committee

April 2013 (Entire board)

Private Residential Tenancies Board

September 2012 (1 individual member)

Rent Tribunal

September 2013 (Entire board)

Radiological Protection Institute of Ireland

May 2011 (2 individual members)

Western Development Commission

February 2014 (Entire Board)

Pobal

October 2011 (4 individual members)

A number of different statutory processes are involved in appointments to State boards. In some cases, statutory selection procedures must be followed or nominations must be sought from independent nominating panels before appointments are made by the Government or by the Minister for the Environment, Community and Local Government. In other cases, only particular public office holders may be appointed to certain boards. In a number of situations, only some appointments to the body concerned are made by the Minister, or appointments are made with the consent of the Minister for Finance or following consultation with the Minister for Finance or Minister for Education and Skills, as appropriate. The boards of An Bord Pleanála and the Environmental Protection Agency are executive in nature and the members/directors hold full-time salaried positions. The Housing and Sustainable Communities Agency (Housing Agency) and the National Buildings Agency (NBA) are served by a single interim board which was established by the Department until such time as the Housing Agency is established as a legal entity and the NBA is closed down.

In that context, it is expected that a new board will be established for the Housing Agency early in 2012. A process is in place to merge the Local Government Management Services and Computer Services Boards into the Local Government Management Agency. The membership of both boards has been standardised to enable them to act as one in advance of the required legislation. Pobal operates under the aegis of the Department of the Environment, Community and Local Government. Pobal is a private company limited by guarantee. It is not a State agency and the Department does not appoint members to its Board. As provided for by Government Decision S28081 of 2 November 2005, the members are appointed by the Government on nomination by the key stakeholders. Generally, Board appointments are made on an annual basis on the normal rotation of Board members as prescribed by the Company's Articles of Association.

Local Authority Housing

Seán Kyne

Question:

358 Deputy Seán Kyne asked the Minister for the Environment, Community and Local Government if recipients of carer’s allowance are precluded from tenant purchase schemes and if so whether consideration can be given to amending this on account of the special nature of the carer’s allowance scheme. [24975/11]

Tenant purchase schemes are open to applications from eligible tenants in accordance with the relevant regulations and the terms of the schemes adopted by individual local authorities. The eligibility criteria for the schemes do not exclude recipients of carer's allowance nor any other category of applicant by reason solely of their occupation or their being in receipt of social welfare payments. If the application is approved, the purchase may be funded by mortgage loan from a commercial institution, by local authority loan or from a tenant's own resources. Provisions governing mortgage lending by local authorities are set out under the Housing (Local Authority Loans) Regulations 2009 and associated credit policy. To ensure effective targeting of resources, loan finance continues to be available to first-time buyers only. Income limits are also in place, distinguishing between single and dual income households and a maximum loan limit is applied. In assessing loan applications, local authorities take account of the household's ability to finance the loan based on their net household income. While, as a general rule, the credit policy provides that loans are not available to those in receipt of unemployment or social welfare benefits, an exception may be made where there is a primary income of a permanent waged or salaried nature, and where the secondary income is from the Department of Social Protection. In such cases, long-term social welfare payments can be considered, provided the long-term nature of the payment is confirmed. The final decision on whether to grant or refuse an applicant lies solely with the relevant local authority. All local authorities must satisfy themselves on the financial risk they are undertaking. These provisions apply for purposes of mortgage lending by all local authorities.

Question No. 359 answered with Question No. 346.

Environmental Policy

James Bannon

Question:

360 Deputy James Bannon asked the Minister for the Environment, Community and Local Government the difference between an inspection charge for septic tanks and a registration charge; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [25031/11]

My Department, along with the Office of the Attorney General, is finalising the preparation of a Bill to establish a system of inspection of septic tanks and other on-site systems. This is necessary to comply with a European Court of Justice ruling against Ireland in October 2009. I expect to bring the Bill to the Government in the coming weeks to seek approval for its publication. Full details of how the inspection system will operate will be announced at the time. I can confirm that the new legislation will require householders to register details of their on-site systems on a national register and a modest fee will be charged for registration. As I indicated in reply to Questions Nos. 1 and 2 of 15 September, a registration fee of no more than €50 is envisaged. The revenue generated from the registration fee will be used to implement a proportionate and risk-based approach to inspections. It is intended that inspections will be targeted to areas where drinking water sources or habitats are likely to be, or have been, affected by septic tank discharges. The inspections will be carried out in accordance with a national inspection plan which will be developed by the EPA. The implementation of the national inspection plan will be managed by the local authorities and there will be no charge to householders for inspections.

Waste Disposal

Derek Keating

Question:

361 Deputy Derek Keating asked the Minister for the Environment, Community and Local Government if his attention has been drawn to the fact that 4 million tyres are used every year here, the producer responsibility initiative for end-of-life tyres is a voluntary code and that those who are disposing of tyres are not registered and not regulated; his views on the need for legislation to address this environmental problem. [25037/11]

Information on tyre flows and the management of waste tyres has long been regarded as inadequate. The Waste Management (Tyres and Waste Tyres) Regulations 2007 were designed to tackle this deficit and put in place a proper regulatory framework. These regulations facilitate the comparison of quantities of waste tyres arising with the amounts placed on the market and the tracking of the movement of waste tyres from their discarding until they are either reused or processed for recycling. The Regulations impose obligations on persons who supply tyres to the Irish market, whether as producers (e.g. manufacturers, importers including wholesalers, traders and retailers who source tyres outside the State), or suppliers (e.g. wholesalers, traders and retailers who source tyres exclusively within the State), and on the collectors of waste tyres. Economic operators have the option of either self-complying with the regulations or participating in an approved industry compliance scheme which takes on the administrative burden associated with self-compliance. Self-complying economic operators are required to register with local authorities and submit information on tyre and waste tyre flows in each quarterly period to the relevant local authorities. Participants in an approved collective compliance scheme must also submit information on tyre and waste tyre flows in each quarterly period to the scheme concerned. I have approved two collective compliance schemes, Tyre Recovery Activity Compliance Scheme Ltd. (TRACS) and Tyre Waste Management Ltd. (TWM) to operate as approved bodies under the regulations. The Programme for Government makes a commitment to drive a waste reduction programme through the extension of Producer Responsibility initiatives and, in that context, my Department will shortly be conducting a review of all aspects of the producer responsibility schemes. The results of this review will help determine whether TRACS and TWM have been operating satisfactorily. It will also assist in determining whether a system that tracks products from the time they are placed on the market until they reach end of life is effective in keeping waste tyres out of the reach of unauthorised operators, or whether it would be more effective to require producers to take direct responsibility for the environmentally sound management of waste tyres.

Departmental Expenditure

Robert Dowds

Question:

362 Deputy Robert Dowds asked the Minister for the Environment, Community and Local Government the amount of money spent producing Government reports in both Irish and English on a yearly basis. [25410/11]

The information requested is being compiled and will be forwarded to the Deputy as soon as possible.

Visa Applications

Jack Wall

Question:

363 Deputy Jack Wall asked the Minister for Justice and Equality the position regarding a visa application in respect of a person (details supplied) in County Kildare; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24565/11]

When completing an on-line visa application the applicant is assigned a unique visa transaction number. This detail must be provided where a query on the status of a visa application arises. If the Deputy can provide the relevant detail I will ensure that officials in the Visa Office will make further enquiries and respond to the Deputy directly.

Each application is considered on its individual merits, the time frame for decision being dependent on a number of factors, including the circumstances of each application, the number of applications on hand and the resources available to process them.

I should remind the Deputy that queries in relation to the status of individual Immigration cases may also be made direct to INIS by Email using the Oireachtas Mail facility which has been specifically established for this purpose. The service enables up-to-date information on such cases to be obtained without the need to seek this information through the more administratively expensive Parliamentary Questions process.

Paul Connaughton

Question:

364 Deputy Paul J. Connaughton asked the Minister for Justice and Equality if applications for holiday visas have been received in respect of persons (details supplied); the status of their applications; if all necessary documentation has been provided; when a decision on the matter will issue; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24584/11]

When completing an on-line visa application the applicant is assigned a unique visa transaction number. This detail must be provided where a query on the status of a visa application arises. If the Deputy can provide the relevant detail I will ensure that officials in the Visa Office will make further enquiries and respond to the Deputy directly.

In general terms visa applicants are advised to apply at least eight weeks in advance of the proposed date of travel. Only at the time of consideration of a visa application will it become apparent as to whether all the required documentation has been provided. Information regarding the visa application process, including details of the required supporting documentation is available on the website of the Irish Naturalisation and Immigration Service (www.inis.gov.ie). The onus rests with the applicant to provide the required documentation as identified. It should be borne in mind, however, that the provision of all the documents listed on the website does not guarantee that a visa will be granted. It is the case that each application is considered on its individual merits, and that the onus rests with the applicant to satisfy the Visa Officer as to why the visa sought should be granted.

I should remind the Deputy that queries in relation to the status of individual Immigration cases may also be made direct to INIS by Email using the Oireachtas Mail facility which has been specifically established for this purpose. The service enables up-to-date information on such cases to be obtained without the need to seek this information through the more administratively expensive Parliamentary Questions process.

Road Traffic Accidents

Gerry Adams

Question:

365 Deputy Gerry Adams asked the Minister for Justice and Equality the number of accidents that have been recorded by gardaí in the vicinity of Beaulieu Cross, Drogheda, County Louth, in each of the past five years. [24992/11]

I am informed by the Garda authorities that the following table gives a breakdown of the number of collisions recorded at the location referred to for the years 2006 — 2010 and for 2011 to 15 September.

Year

Fatal InjuryCollisions

Serious Injury Collisions

Non-serious InjuryCollisions

Material DamageCollisions

2011

1

2

2010

5

3

2009

2

5

2008

1

1

16

2007

5

7

2006

1

3

3

Garda Divisional Officers, supported by their local management teams, ensure Divisional resources are deployed to optimum effect to meet local traffic requirements.

Visa Waiver Programme

Michael McCarthy

Question:

366 Deputy Michael McCarthy asked the Minister for Justice and Equality the number of short-stay visitors who ordinarily require a visa to enter this country who have been allowed lawful entry to Ireland without a visa from May to 14 September 2011, due to the short-term visa waiver programme introduced as past of the recent job initiative; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [25009/11]

The indications from the tourism industry is that the numbers of tourists entering the country has increased this year. This is very much to be welcomed and while it is difficult to attribute what proportion of this may be attributable to the Visa Waiver Programme I introduced earlier this year, the response from the industry as a whole to the scheme has been overwhelmingly very positive.

While the specific information sought by the Deputy is not maintained at ports of entry by the Garda National Immigration Bureau at this stage, I am committed, as I stated at the launch of the programme, to carry out a review of its operations. This review will be conducted in conjunction with the tourism industry and carriers to assess the impact of the scheme and the results will inform any decision on whether to extend it.

Visa Applications

Dessie Ellis

Question:

367 Deputy Dessie Ellis asked the Minister for Justice and Equality if a person who has overstayed their visa by 15 months will be refused re-entry into the State if they leave; the penalties associated with overstaying a visa; the exemptions or waivers that exist to a person if they overstay their visa; the criteria used by immigration officers in relation to whether or not to admit or re-admit a person to the State; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24475/11]

In the absence of further details on the person's situation, it is difficult to address the question in any specific manner. However, in general, the onus is on the individual who requires permission to remain in the State to keep this permission up-to-date at all times. If a person is required to have the permission of the Minister to remain in the State and he/she does not obtain or renew that permission as applicable, that person is staying in the State illegally, is in breach of Irish Immigration law and may ultimately be subject to deportation proceedings.

By virtue of section 4(9) of the Immigration Act 2004, it is an offence for a foreign national not to comply with any conditions attached to his or her permission to be in the State including a condition as to duration of stay. A person guilty of such an offence is liable on summary conviction to a fine not exceeding €3,000 or to imprisonment for a term not exceeding 12 months or both. Non-EEA nationals whose stay exceeds 3 months are required to register with the Garda National Immigration Bureau.

Section 4(3) of the Immigration Act, 2004 sets out the grounds on which an immigration officer may, on behalf of the Minister refuse to give a person permission to enter the State.

An Immigration Officer may, on behalf of the Minister, attach to a permission under section 4 of the Immigration Act, 2004 such conditions as to duration of stay and engagement in employment, business or a profession in the State or amend such conditions, as he or she may think fit. In performing these functions, the Immigration Officer shall, pursuant to section 4(10) of the Act of 2004, have regard to all the circumstances of the non-national concerned known to the Officer or represented to the Officer by him or her and, in particular, to matters including the following:

(a) the stated purpose of the proposed visit to the State,

(b) the intended duration of the stay in the State,

(c) any family relationships (whether of blood or through marriage) of him or her with persons in the State,

(d) his or her income, earning capacity and other financial resources,

(e) the financial needs, obligations and responsibilities which he or she has or is likely to have in the foreseeable future,

(f) whether he or she is likely to comply with any proposed conditions as to duration of stay and engagement in employment, business or profession in the State,

(g) any entitlements of him or her to enter the State under the Act of 1996 or the treaties governing the European Communities within the meaning of the European Communities Acts 1972 to 2003.

I would strongly urge any person in the circumstances described by the Deputy to contact the Irish Naturalisation and Immigration Service in relation to their status in the State.

Legislative Programme

Anne Ferris

Question:

368 Deputy Anne Ferris asked the Minister for Justice and Equality if legislation on mediation and conciliation will be introduced; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24520/11]

My proposals for the Mediation and Conciliation Bill are at an advanced stage of preparation in my Department and I expect the General Scheme of the Bill to be submitted to the Government for approval in the near future. It is my intention that a copy of the General Scheme be then furnished to the Joint Oireachtas Committee on Justice, Defence and Equality for its consideration and comment.

The Government Legislation Programme which was published on 14 September indicates that the Bill will be published in 2012.

Asylum Support Services

Caoimhghín Ó Caoláin

Question:

369 Deputy Caoimhghín Ó Caoláin asked the Minister for Justice and Equality the accommodation options available to an asylum seeker with a guide dog. [24521/11]

I am informed by the Reception and Integration Agency that, should an asylum seeker present to RIA for accommodation with a guide dog, the necessary arrangements for accommodation would be made. RIA deals with accommodation placement on a case-by-case basis and tailors such placement to suit the needs of the individual or family unit as appropriate.

Garda Investigations

Finian McGrath

Question:

370 Deputy Finian McGrath asked the Minister for Justice and Equality the measures the Garda has taken to track down the 28 Irish driving licences unlawfully issued to foreign nationals who were not entitled to them; his views on the fact that these licenses were issued; if he will confirm if some or all of the licences have been recovered by gardaí; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24540/11]

I am informed by the Garda authorities that, following an audit by a local authority, it made complaints to An Garda Síochána. As the matters complained of remain under investigation, it would not be appropriate for me to comment further at this time.

Appropriate action with regard to the licences is being taken by the Garda authorities.

Residency Permits

John Lyons

Question:

371 Deputy John Lyons asked the Minister for Justice and Equality the position regarding a residency application in respect of a person (details supplied) in Dublin 9. [24555/11]

On 2nd March, 2011, the person concerned, through his legal representative, made an application for the renewal of his permission to remain in the State on the basis of his marriage to an Irish national. Following consideration of this application, the person concerned was informed, by letter dated 28th July, 2011, that his application was refused for reasons set out in that letter. That letter also informed the person concerned that, in accordance with Section 3 of the Immigration Act 1999 (as amended), the Minister proposed to make a Deportation Order in respect of him. He was given the options, to be exercised within 15 working days, of leaving the State voluntarily, of consenting to the making of a Deportation Order or of making representations to the Minister setting out the reasons why he should not have a Deportation Order made against him.

The position in the State of the person concerned will now be decided by reference to the provisions of Section 3 (6) of the Immigration Act 1999 (as amended) and Section 5 of the Refugee Act 1996 (as amended) on the prohibition of refoulement. All representations submitted will be considered before the file is passed to me for decision. Once a decision has been made, this decision, and the consequences of the decision, will be conveyed in writing to the person concerned. In advance of a final decision being made, the case of the person concerned will be examined to determine what, if any, impact the recent European Court of Justice Judgment in the Zambrano case may have on his case.

I should remind the Deputy that queries in relation to the status of individual immigration cases may be made directly to INIS by Email using the Oireachtas Mail facility which has been specifically established for this purpose. The service enables up-to-date information on such cases to be obtained without the need to seek this information through the more administratively expensive Parliamentary Questions process.

Freedom of Information

Anne Ferris

Question:

372 Deputy Anne Ferris asked the Minister for Justice and Equality his views on repealing the Freedom of Information (Amendment) Act 2003; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24566/11]

I have to inform the Deputy that I am not responsible for the Freedom of Information Acts. I have, however, been informed by my colleague the Minister for Public Expenditure and Reform, Mr. Brendan Howlin T.D., that his Department is currently carrying out preparatory work to implement the commitments in the Programme for Government in relation to the Freedom of Information Acts. When this work is completed, Minister Howlin will bring forward proposals to the Government.

Garda Transport

Finian McGrath

Question:

373 Deputy Finian McGrath asked the Minister for Justice and Equality the size of the Garda vehicle fleet in 2010; the size of the fleet in 2011; the number of Garda cars taken off the road in 2010 and to date in 2011 due to the car reaching its kilometre limit; if he is concerned that the Garda Representative Association has complained of a shortage of Garda patrol cars; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24575/11]

I have requested the information from the Garda Commissioner and I will write to the Deputy directly when this information is to hand.

Departmental Bodies

Ciaran Lynch

Question:

374 Deputy Ciarán Lynch asked the Minister for Justice and Equality the position regarding the Ministerial Council on Migrant Integration; the purpose of the establishment of the council; the number of times same has met; if same was established under legislation; if the council is still in operation, the objectives that have been set for same; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24593/11]

The Ministerial Council on Integration was established on a non-statutory basis in 2010 by the then Minister of State at the Department of Community, Equality and Gaeltacht Affairs, Deputy Mary White. Its purpose was to provide a forum where migrants could speak direct to the Minister of State regarding their experiences of integration in Ireland and thereby promote better-informed policy making by identifying any issues and bringing them to attention.

The Council is organised in regional formation and an inaugural meeting of each regional forum — Dublin, Rest of Leinster, Munster and Connacht/Ulster — was held in 2010. In the light of current Ministerial responsibilities, the future of the Council is under consideration and I will make a decision on the matter shortly.

Citizenship Applications

Jim Daly

Question:

375 Deputy Jim Daly asked the Minister for Justice and Equality the position regarding citizenship in respect of a person (details supplied) in County Cork; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24608/11]

I am advised by the Irish Naturalisation and Immigration Service (INIS) that the person referred to by the Deputy has been granted permission to be in the State in her own right on stamp 1 conditions since 2010. It is open to the person concerned to apply to INIS for a renewal of this permission or, if appropriate, a change of Status.

It is also open to any individual to lodge an application for citizenship if and when they are in a position to meet the statutory requirements as prescribed in the Irish Nationality and Citizenship Act 1956 as amended. In that regard, the Minister may, in his absolute discretion, grant an application for a certificate of naturalisation provided certain statutory conditions are fulfilled. The conditions are that the applicant must:—

be of full age

be of good character

have had a period of one year's continuous residency in the State immediately before the date of application and, during the eight years immediately preceding that period, have had a total residence in the State amounting to four years

have made, either before a Judge of the District Court in open court or in such a manner as the Minister for special reasons allows, a declaration in the prescribed manner, of fidelity to the nation and loyalty to the State.

In the context of naturalisation, certain periods of residence in the State are excluded. These include—

periods of residence in respect of which an applicant does not have permission to remain in the State

periods granted for the purposes of study

periods granted for the purposes of seeking recognition as a refugee within the meaning of the Refugee Act, 1996.

I should remind the Deputy that queries in relation to the status of individual Immigration cases may be made direct to INIS by Email using the Oireachtas Mail facility which has been specifically established for this purpose. The service enables up-to-date information on such cases to be obtained without the need to seek this information through the more administratively expensive Parliamentary Questions process.

Charity Regulation

Derek Keating

Question:

376 Deputy Derek Keating asked the Minister for Justice and Equality the arrangements that are currently in place to ensure the bona fides of charity trustees and employees; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24610/11]

The Deputy may be aware that Irish charities may take a number of legal forms. For example, many charities are companies limited by guarantee while other charities are trusts. They are, therefore, governed by the relevant legislative or other provisions governing such entities. Incorporated charities, for example, are subject to the provisions of company law and thus eligibility for becoming a director of such a charity would be subject to the provisions of Irish company law, and particularly Part VII of the Companies Act 1990. In the case of charitable trusts, trusteeship would be subject to the general provisions of trust law, though most of the precedents for disqualification have actually developed in case law. For example, it has been held that unsoundness of mind, bankruptcy, or conviction for a dishonest crime, should disqualify a trustee.

The Deputy may be aware that responsibility for the Charities Act transferred to my Department in May 2011. This Act contains provisions relating to eligibility for trusteeship. Given the likely costs involved,I am considering the potential for full commencement of this Act in the context of the review of expenditure currently being undertaken in my Department.

I understand that the Deputy is particularly interested in the interaction between charities and children. In this context, organisations would generally adhere to the standards contained in "Children First", which was launched in July 2011 by my colleague, the Minister for Children and Youth Affairs.Under these guidelines, "every organisation, both public and private, that is providing services for children or that is in regular direct contact with children should ensure best practice in the recruitment of staff or volunteers, which includes Garda vetting, taking up of references, good HR practices in interviewing, induction training, probation and ongoing supervision and management”.

Finally, in July 2011, I obtained Government approval for a draft scheme of a "National Vetting Bureau Bill 2011". This will place the vetting of persons working with children or vulnerable adults on a statutory basis . It seeks to provide an appropriate balance between the need to disclose such information in the public interest, and in the interest of protecting children or vulnerable adults, while also providing appropriate safeguards to recognise the rights of persons who are the subject of such disclosures. The scheme also provides a statutory framework for vetting procedures provided by the Gardaí arising from a range of other enactments. It is hoped to publish the Bill in the fourth quarter of 2011.

Social Welfare Fraud

Patrick O'Donovan

Question:

377 Deputy Patrick O’Donovan asked the Minister for Justice and Equality if consideration has been given by him to introduce amendments to the Data Protection Acts in order that airlines could be compelled to provide details, including passenger name record, to him as a means of combatting social welfare fraud; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24628/11]

I would draw the attention of the Deputy to provisions contained in the Immigration, Residence and Protection Bill 2010. Section 127 of the Bill sets out the obligations on carriers in relation to the provision of information in relation to persons travelling to or from the State and the uses to which that data can be put; including for law enforcement purposes. The information collected may be shared with a number of Departments and agencies in specified circumstances including the Minister for Social Protection where it relates to a person of concern who has committed or is suspected of committing an offence under the Social Welfare Acts.

One of the outcomes when this provision of the Bill is commenced is that it will allow us to meet the requirements of the Council Directive 2004/82/EC of 29 April, 2004 on the obligation of carriers to communicate passenger data. However, as an interim measure in advance of enactment of the Bill, I am actively considering transposing the above Directive by way of Regulation under the European Communities Act, 1972. This would facilitate the collection of passenger data by carriers on flights originating from outside the territory of the EU Member States and its transmission to the Irish immigration authorities for the purposes of combating illegal immigration and improving border control.

I should also add that section 8 of the Data Protection Act 1988 (as amended by the Data Protection (Amendment) Act 2003) provides that restrictions in the Act on the processing of personal data do not apply if the processing is required for the purposes of preventing, detecting or investigating offences or prosecuting offenders in any case in which the application of those restrictions would be likely to prejudice the exercise of those functions.

Court Procedures

Catherine Murphy

Question:

378 Deputy Catherine Murphy asked the Minister for Justice and Equality if he considers it desirable to provide, in cases in which a conviction is set aside in the District Court, for a report to be provided on the reason a judge decided on this course of action; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24632/11]

As the Deputy will appreciate, members of the judiciary are, subject only to the Constitution and the law, independent in matters concerning the exercise of judicial functions.

I assume the Deputy is referring to the operation of section 22 (6) of the Courts Act 1991 which provides that summary proceedings may be set aside where a person was summoned to court and the court is satisfied that he or she did not receive the notice of the summons or hearing.

I do not have any proposals at this time to introduce a new provision along the lines suggested by the Deputy. However, the matter will be kept under review by my Department.

Legal Aid Service

Jerry Buttimer

Question:

379 Deputy Jerry Buttimer asked the Minister for Justice and Equality if he will consider expanding the legal aid scheme to enable the Legal Aid Board to provide legal advice in defamation claims; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24638/11]

I can inform the Deputy that the Civil Legal Aid Act 1995 provides that certain "designated matters" are excluded from the scope of civil legal aid. Defamation is one of these matters and thus legal advice or legal aid is not generally available on foot of the legal aid scheme. There are some very limited exceptions to this. On foot of the EU Directive on cross border legal aid the Legal Aid Board is required to take into account the nature of the case where the applicant is claiming damages to his or her reputation. The Board may therefore grant applications for legal aid in relation to defamation, where the applicant is domiciled or habitually resident in another Member State. The Board has however received little or no such applications in recent years.

The Board has previously been asked for its views in relation to the inclusion of defamation within the scope of civil legal aid. It took no particular view. In its comments on the Civil Legal Aid Bill 1995 (now the Act), the Board did not express an opinion on the matter. It has not been formally considered by the Board since that time.

The matter was the subject of discussions with my Department in 2006 following the decision of the European Court of Human Rights in the Steel & Morris v United Kingdom ("McLibel" case), when the Board suggested that the continued exclusion of defamation might leave the State open to challenge for not providing for the possibility of the provision of legal aid in such cases.

While there is only basic research to hand on the availability of legal aid for defamation cases in other jurisdictions it would appear that it is not available, or is available only in very limited circumstances in England / Wales, Scotland, New South Wales and South Australia. The only country where it appears that it is more readily available for defamation cases is New Zealand.

The Deputy will be aware that the Board's services are under considerable pressure at the moment due to increased demand for its services which has resulted in longer waiting times for a first appointment with a solicitor for many applicants. Bringing another area of law within the scope of civil legal aid is likely add to those pressures.

Medical Records

Jerry Buttimer

Question:

380 Deputy Jerry Buttimer asked the Minister for Justice and Equality if he will consider amending legislation to facilitate patients accessing medical records held by private health care facilities in a similar manner to that available through public health care facilities; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24639/11]

Under the Data Protection Acts 1988 and 2003, individuals have a right of access, subject to limited exemptions, to their personal data irrespective of whether the data is held by a data controller in the private, voluntary or public sectors. Specific rules in relation to the right of access to personal data relating to physical or mental health are set out in the Data Protection (Access Modification) (Health) Regulations 1989.

Disability Support Service

Micheál Martin

Question:

381 Deputy Micheál Martin asked the Minister for Justice and Equality the discussions he has had with, or instructions he has issued to, the officials of the Department of An Taoiseach who serve as a nominee chairing the National Disability Strategy Stakeholders Monitoring Group and the Senior Officials Group on Disability; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [18390/11]

The Programme for Government commits to publishing, following wide consultation, a realistic implementation plan for the National Disability Strategy, including sectoral plans with achievable timescales and targets within available resources and ensuring whole-of-government involvement and monitoring of the Strategy, in partnership with the disability sector.

As the Minister responsible for Disability, in line with this commitment, and given that the strategy was launched in 2004, I have been assessing the monitoring and implementation structures for the strategy, including the National Disability Strategy Stakeholder Monitoring Group and the Senior Officials Group on Disability. This has necessitated consultation by my officials and myself with key organisations involved, including the Department of the Taoiseach, with which there has also been consultation in respect of discussion of the issue at both the Senior Officials Group and the Cabinet Committee on Social Policy.

Tribunals of Inquiry

Micheál Martin

Question:

382 Deputy Micheál Martin asked the Minister for Justice and Equality if he has held discussions with the Northern Ireland First Minister, Mr. Robinson, regarding the Smithwick tribunal. [18912/11]

Micheál Martin

Question:

383 Deputy Micheál Martin asked the Minister for Justice and Equality if he will discuss the interim report of the Smithwick tribunal with any leaders during his planned visit to Northern Ireland. [18913/11]

I propose to take Questions Nos. 382 and 383 together.

The Deputy will recall that in my reply to his Question No. 155 of 22 June 2011, I stated that I had spoken with the Northern Ireland First Minister, Peter Robinson, and with the Northern Ireland Minister of Justice, David Ford, to inform them of the content of my speech in Dáil Éireann relating to the Smithwick Tribunal and the motion passed by the Dáil on 1 June 2011. The House will appreciate that given the independent nature of the Tribunal and conscious of the respective roles of the Oireachtas, the Government and the Tribunal, I do not consider that it would be proper for me to enter into discussions on the ongoing substantive work of the Tribunal as reflected in its interim report.

Interdepartmental Committees

Micheál Martin

Question:

384 Deputy Micheál Martin asked the Minister for Justice and Equality if he has any administrative role in overseeing or co-ordinating inquiries undertaken by Departments regarding matters of grave public concern; if, as a matter of course, he requires that his office be notified of changes to the operation of such inquiries; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [18837/11]

I can confirm to the Deputy that as Minister for Justice and Equality, I do not have a role in overseeing or co-ordinating inquiries undertaken by other Government Departments. Government operates as a collective entity. When significant issues of co-ordination arise, it is generally agreed at Cabinet which Minister or Department should undertake an oversight or leadership role.

Detention Centres

Charlie McConalogue

Question:

385 Deputy Charlie McConalogue asked the Minister for Justice and Equality his plans to proceed with the development of Phase 1 of the new national children detention facilities at Oberstown, Lusk, County Dublin; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [19828/11]

As the Deputy may be aware, responsibility for the development of the new National Children Detention Facilities will shortly fall under the remit of my colleague Ms. Frances Fitzgerald, T.D., Minister for Children and Youth Affairs. It is a commitment in the Programme for Government that we will end the practice of detaining 16 and 17 year old males in St. Patrick's Institution. The Irish Youth Justice Service has engaged with the Office of Public Works (OPW) to design the necessary facilities to accommodate all under 18 year olds who are ordered to be detained by the Courts in relation to criminal matters.

Concept and sketch designs have been completed and the necessary planning permission is in place. Currently, the OPW is in the process of preparing the required tender documentation for the project. As the Deputy is aware the Government is currently undertaking a review of capital projects across all Departments. The Government's decision on the funding for this project will be informed by the outcome of this review.

Human Trafficking

Bernard J. Durkan

Question:

386 Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Justice and Equality the extent to which he intends to put in place measures to prevent trafficking in children; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [19788/11]

Over the past few years strong legislative, administrative and operational measures have been put in place to combat human trafficking, including child trafficking, for the purpose of labour or sexual exploitation or the removal of organs. These measures include:

the Criminal Law (Human Trafficking) Act, 2008 with penalties of up to life imprisonment which builds on the Child Trafficking and Pornography Act, 1998.

4 dedicated Units in State Agencies dealing with this issue — a dedicated Unit in my Department, in An Garda Síochána, in the HSE and in the Legal Aid Board.

Dedicated personnel have also been assigned to deal with the prosecution of cases in the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions.

A National Action Plan to Prevent and Combat the Trafficking of Human Beings in Ireland, 2009-2012 was published with 144 Actions of which 92 were completed or significantly progressed by the end of 2010 and a further 52 were ongoing. Part 4 of the Plan is dedicated to the issue of child trafficking.

A Working Group on Child Trafficking — which is one of 5 Working Groups dealing with different aspects of human trafficking — meets regularly to progress the 26 Actions in the Plan related to child trafficking.

A wide range of awareness raising and training initiatives have taken place focussing on all aspects of human trafficking including child trafficking.

Periods of recovery and reflection and temporary residence are granted to victims of trafficking who do not have a permission to be in the State.

The care of children who are suspected victims of human trafficking is primarily the responsibility of the HSE. Services provided to child victims of human trafficking include counselling and debriefing, a multi-disciplinary assessment of need, the allocation of a Social Worker to oversee and implement an individual Care Plan, medical screening, access to primary and post-primary education and voluntary return is arranged, if this is deemed to be in the best interests of the child. A protocol between An Garda Síochána and the HSE to maximise inter-agency cooperation and promote the safety and welfare of children has been in place since April, 2009.

In 2011 An Garda Síochána, in their Annual Policing Plan, identified trafficking in human beings as one of their priorities and have conducted a number of operations to combat human trafficking, including child trafficking, and will continue to do so in line with intelligence available to them.

Constitutional Amendments

Micheál Martin

Question:

387 Deputy Micheál Martin asked the Minister for Justice and Equality the timetable for the publication and enactment of legislation regarding the judicial pay referendum. [19805/11]

The Twenty Ninth Amendment of the Constitution (Judges' Remuneration) Bill 2011 which will allow for reductions in pay for the judiciary in circumstances where it has been necessary for the State to engage in financial emergency measures in the public interest was published on 4 August, 2011. The Bill passed all stages in this House on 14 September, 2011 and I was encouraged at the significant level of support expressed from all sides of the House for the proposed amendment. It is scheduled for debate in the Seanad on 21 September, 2011.

Question No. 388 answered with Question No. 61.

Sexual Offences

Eoghan Murphy

Question:

389 Deputy Eoghan Murphy asked the Minister for Justice and Equality if he has examined the report from his Department following its visit to Stockholm; and if he has reviewed at the Attorney General’s recent advices regarding the legal and constitutional implications of introducing a ban on the sale of sex. [24782/11]

In 2010, the Swedish government completed an evaluation of its 1999 legislation criminalising the purchase of sexual services. Following its publication, the Dignity Project arranged a visit to Stockholm to learn more about the evaluation. The delegation included representation from my Department. The Dignity Project was a research project funded by the EU. An inter-agency and inter-jurisdictional initiative led by the Dublin Employment Pact and the Immigrant Council of Ireland, it examined services provided to victims of human trafficking with a view to replicating best practice models in partner countries. My Department's Anti-Human Trafficking Unit and the Garda National Immigration Bureau were partners with observer status.

In this jurisdiction, it is not an offence to sell sex. In general, it is not an offence to purchase sex either. Consequently, neither party to the transaction is currently criminalised. Any proposal to amend the law in terms of criminalising the purchase of sex would therefore, require very careful examination.

Our legislative approach to prostitution is based on protecting society from the more intrusive aspects of such activity from a public order perspective, while also seeking to protect prostitutes from exploitation. Accordingly, it is an offence to solicit in a street or public place for the purpose of prostitution. The offence can be committed by the prostitute, the client or a third party — a pimp, for example. It is also an offence to organise prostitution, coerce or compel a person to be a prostitute, knowingly live on the earnings of a prostitute, or keep or manage a brothel. In addition, our 2008 human trafficking legislation made it an offence to knowingly solicit or importune a trafficked person, in any place, for the purpose of prostitution.

I am examining a report prepared by my department following the visit to Stockholm and which was submitted to the Attorney General's Office. I am also examining the Attorney's advices concerning the legal and constitutional implications of introducing a ban on the purchase of sex.

Citizenship Applications

Barry Cowen

Question:

390 Deputy Barry Cowen asked the Minister for Justice and Equality when a person (details supplied) in County Offaly may expect a decision on their application. [24856/11]

I am advised by the Citizenship Division of the Irish Naturalisation and Immigration Service (INIS) that a valid application for a certificate of naturalisation was received from the person referred to by the Deputy in July, 2011. The application is currently being processed with a view to establishing whether the applicant meets the statutory conditions for the granting of naturalisation and will be submitted to me for decision as expeditiously as possible.

The granting of Irish citizenship through naturalisation is a privilege and an honour which confers certain rights and entitlements not only within the State but also at European Union level and it is important that appropriate procedures are in place to preserve the integrity of the process.

I should remind the Deputy that queries in relation to the status of individual Immigration cases may be made direct to INIS by Email using the Oireachtas Mail facility which has been specifically established for this purpose. The service enables up-to-date information on such cases to be obtained without the need to seek this information through the more administratively expensive Parliamentary Questions process.

Barry Cowen

Question:

391 Deputy Barry Cowen asked the Minister for Justice and Equality when a person (details supplied) in County Offaly may expect a decision on their application. [24857/11]

I am advised by the Citizenship Division of the Irish Naturalisation and Immigration Service (INIS) that a valid application for a certificate of naturalisation was received from the person referred to by the Deputy in September 2009. The application has been finalised and a certificate of naturalisation will issue to the person concerned in due course.

The granting of Irish citizenship through naturalisation is a privilege and an honour which confers certain rights and entitlements not only within the State but also at European Union level and it is important that appropriate procedures are in place to preserve the integrity of the process.

I should remind the Deputy that queries in relation to the status of individual Immigration cases may be made direct to INIS by Email using the Oireachtas Mail facility which has been specifically established for this purpose. The service enables up-to-date information on such cases to be obtained without the need to seek this information through the more administratively expensive Parliamentary Questions process.

Barry Cowen

Question:

392 Deputy Barry Cowen asked the Minister for Justice and Equality when a person (details supplied) in County Offaly may expect a decision on their application. [24858/11]

I am advised by the Citizenship Division of the Irish Naturalisation and Immigration Service (INIS) that valid applications for a certificate of naturalisation were received from the persons referred to by the Deputy in September 2010 and October 2009 respectively. The applications are currently being processed with a view to establishing whether the applicants meet the statutory conditions for the granting of naturalisation and will be submitted to me for decision as expeditiously as possible.

The granting of Irish citizenship through naturalisation is a privilege and an honour which confers certain rights and entitlements not only within the State but also at European Union level and it is important that appropriate procedures are in place to preserve the integrity of the process.

I should remind the Deputy that queries in relation to the status of individual Immigration cases may be made direct to INIS by Email using the Oireachtas Mail facility which has been specifically established for this purpose. The service enables up-to-date information on such cases to be obtained without the need to seek this information through the more administratively expensive Parliamentary Questions process.

Barry Cowen

Question:

393 Deputy Barry Cowen asked the Minister for Justice and Equality when a person (details supplied) may expect a decision on their application. [24859/11]

I am advised by the Citizenship Division of the Irish Naturalisation and Immigration Service (INIS) that a valid application for a certificate of naturalisation was received from the person referred to by the Deputy in March 2009. A letter issued to the person referred to in the Deputy's question on 5 July 2011 requesting certain documents to be submitted. Upon receipt of the requested documentation the application will be finalised.

The granting of Irish citizenship through naturalisation is a privilege and an honour which confers certain rights and entitlements not only within the State but also at European Union level and it is important that appropriate procedures are in place to preserve the integrity of the process.

I should remind the Deputy that queries in relation to the status of individual Immigration cases may be made direct to INIS by Email using the Oireachtas Mail facility which has been specifically established for this purpose. The service enables up-to-date information on such cases to be obtained without the need to seek this information through the more administratively expensive Parliamentary Questions process.

Barry Cowen

Question:

394 Deputy Barry Cowen asked the Minister for Justice and Equality when a person (details supplied) in County Offaly may expect a decision on their application. [24860/11]

I am advised by the Citizenship Division of the Irish Naturalisation and Immigration Service (INIS) that a valid application for a certificate of naturalisation was received from the person referred to by the Deputy in December, 2007. The application is currently being processed with a view to establishing whether the applicant meets the statutory conditions for the granting of naturalisation and will be submitted to me for decision as expeditiously as possible.

The granting of Irish citizenship through naturalisation is a privilege and an honour which confers certain rights and entitlements not only within the State but also at European Union level and it is important that appropriate procedures are in place to preserve the integrity of the process.

I should remind the Deputy that queries in relation to the status of individual Immigration cases may be made direct to INIS by Email using the Oireachtas Mail facility which has been specifically established for this purpose. The service enables up-to-date information on such cases to be obtained without the need to seek this information through the more administratively expensive Parliamentary Questions process.

Garda Strength

Brendan Griffin

Question:

395 Deputy Brendan Griffin asked the Minister for Justice and Equality if he expects the number of gardaí stationed in County Kerry to drop in the coming years; if so, the numbers and the stations that will be affected; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24865/11]

I have been informed by the Garda authorities that the personnel strength of Kerry Garda Division on 31 August 2011, the latest date for which figures are readily available, was 328. It is not known how many Gardaí stationed in the Kerry Division will retire in the coming years. The Deputy will be aware that Gardaí may retire once they have reached 50 years of age and have completed 30 years of service and that almost all Garda retirements are voluntary.

Responsibility for the allocation of resources, including personnel, within the Force rests with the Garda Commissioner, in consultation with his senior management team. In this context, it must be recognised that, under plans agreed by the last Government as part of their compliance with the terms of the EU/IMF agreement, Garda numbers are due to be reduced to 13,000. As part of this process, the Commissioner will of course have to examine every option for increased efficiency and effectiveness in the delivery of services.

Citizenship Applications

Aodhán Ó Ríordáin

Question:

396 Deputy Aodhán Ó Ríordáin asked the Minister for Justice and Equality the position regarding the case of a person (details supplied) in Dublin 13. [24890/11]

I am advised by the Citizenship Division of the Irish Naturalisation and Immigration Service (INIS) who confirm that a new application for a certificate of naturalisation was received from the person referred to by the Deputy in July, 2011. The application is currently being processed with a view to establishing whether the applicant meets the statutory conditions for the granting of naturalisation and will be submitted to me for decision as expeditiously as possible.

The granting of Irish citizenship through naturalisation is a privilege and an honour which confers certain rights and entitlements not only within the State but also at European Union level and it is important that appropriate procedures are in place to preserve the integrity of the process.

I should remind the Deputy that queries in relation to the status of individual Immigration cases may be made direct to INIS by Email using the Oireachtas Mail facility which has been specifically established for this purpose. The service enables up-to-date information on such cases to be obtained without the need to seek this information through the more administratively expensive Parliamentary Questions process.

Questions Nos. 397 and 398 answered with Question No. 61.

Garda Strength

Simon Harris

Question:

399 Deputy Simon Harris asked the Minister for Justice and Equality the number of gardaí in a division (details supplied); the breakdown of gardaí assigned to each Garda station in the division; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24915/11]

I am informed by the Garda authorities that the personnel strength of each Garda Station in the Wicklow Garda Division, as at 31 August 2011, was as set out in the following table. The allocation of resources, including personnel, is a matter for the Garda Commissioner and his senior management team.

Wicklow Garda Division

District

Baltinglass District

Baltinglass

36

Blessington

17

Carnew

4

Donard

1

Dunlavin

2

Hollywood

1

Shillelagh

1

Tinahely

2

Bray District

Bray

127

Enniskerry

6

Greystones

35

Newtownmountkennedy

4

Wicklow District

Arklow

35

Ashford

11

Aughrim

2

Avoca

3

Rathdrum

5

Roundwood

4

Wicklow

48

Total

344

Garda Investigations

Joe Costello

Question:

400 Deputy Joe Costello asked the Minister for Justice and Equality if his attention has been drawn to the fraud perpetrated on an Irish citizen (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24934/11]

I am informed by the Garda authorities that the matter referred to by the Deputy was reported to the Garda Bureau of Fraud Investigation by the person referred to in August, 2011. The matter was referred to the local District Officer for investigation. Expert assistance in the investigation of this type of crime is available to the District Officer from personnel at the Garda Bureau of Fraud Investigation. An Garda Síochána will continue to liaise with the person concerned.

Garda Vetting of Personnel

Tony McLoughlin

Question:

401 Deputy Tony McLoughlin asked the Minister for Justice and Equality the waiting times for Garda clearance; and his plans to reduce this waiting time for persons who are awaiting this clearance to take up positions [24949/11]

I am informed by the Garda Authorities that the average processing time for vetting applications received at the Garda Central Vetting Unit (GCVU) is approximately 10 weeks. I appreciate that it is important to process these applications in as timely a manner as possible and that the length of time currently being taken is a matter of concern which I am determined to address.

A number of immediate steps are being taken to improve the situation. The sanction of the Department of Finance has been obtained to retain the services of ten temporary employees in the GCVU. A further ten temporary employees have recently commenced work in the GCVU. Other measures aimed at improving turnaround times are also under consideration. All of this should have a positive impact on processing times.

I should mention that, in processing an individual vetting application, additional time may be required in cases where clarification is needed as to the details provided or where other enquiries need to be made, for example, when the person in question has lived and worked abroad. It should be understood that while the Gardaí make every effort to reduce the time to the minimum possible consistent with carrying out what are very necessary checks, there will always be a reasonably significant period required to process a vetting application and registered organisations have been advised to take account of this in their recruitment and selection processes. In addition, the average processing time for vetting applications also fluctuates in line with periods of increased demand.

The GCVU has managed a substantial increase over recent years in the numbers of vetting applications it receives from around 188,000 in 2007 to almost 292,000 in 2010. At present, there are approximately 55,000 applications in the course of being processed. I am further informed by the Garda Authorities that at present there is a total of five Gardaí, 76 full-time Garda civilian personnel and twenty temporary civilian personnel assigned to the GCVU. This represents a very significant increase in the level of personnel assigned to the unit, which stood at only 13 before the current process of development in Garda vetting began in 2005.

Appointments to State Boards

Joe McHugh

Question:

402 Deputy Joe McHugh asked the Minister for Justice and Equality the names of the State boards whose membership are determined by his Department; the date on which each of these membership is due for renewal or appointment; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24962/11]

I wish to advise the Deputy that it has not been possible to provide the information required in the limited time available. However, the information is currently being collated and will be sent to the Deputy as soon as possible.

Question No. 403 answered with Question No. 81.

Garda Vetting of Personnel

Paul Connaughton

Question:

404 Deputy Paul J. Connaughton asked the Minister for Justice and Equality if previous convictions of persons on witness protection programmes will show up in the Garda vetting procedure; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24987/11]

The Deputy will understand that it is not the policy nor would it be in the public interest to comment in detail on matters relating to the personal security of individuals, including information relating to persons who have acted as witnesses in criminal trials and who, as a consequence, may be the subject of Garda protection or persons in the Garda Witness Security Programme. A high level of confidentiality is essential to protect the individuals involved and the operation of the protection measures in place.

Garda Deployment

Aodhán Ó Ríordáin

Question:

405 Deputy Aodhán Ó Ríordáin asked the Minister for Justice and Equality the allocation of policing resources in the Gracepark area of Dublin 9 and the Donnycarney area of Dublin 5; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [25002/11]

I am informed by the Garda authorities that the areas referred to by the Deputy are covered by Clontarf, Raheny and Whitehall Garda Stations. The personnel strength of Clontarf, Raheny and Whitehall Garda Stations on 31 August 2011, the latest date for which figures are readily available, was 77, 71 and 47 respectively. The areas are subject to regular patrols by uniform and plain-clothes units, including the Community Policing and Garda Mountain Bike Units, local Detective and Drug Unit personnel, supplemented as required by the Divisional Crime Task Force and Traffic Corps personnel.

Responsibility for the allocation of resources, including personnel, within the Force rests with the Garda Commissioner, in consultation with his senior management team. Resource levels are constantly monitored, in conjunction with crime trends, and the situation is kept under continuing review to ensure optimum use is made of all resources and the best possible Garda service is provided to the public.

Garda Vetting of Personnel

Timmy Dooley

Question:

406 Deputy Timmy Dooley asked the Minister for Justice and Equality if he will clarify the issue in relation to an Irish citizen who worked in a number of countries abroad for an aid agency and now requires police clearance from each of the countries they worked in before they can take up a position here; if An Garda Síochána, their employer or the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade should assist them in getting the appropriate information and clearance as they are unemployed here while awaiting Garda clearance. [25013/11]

I am informed by the Garda Authorities that policies relating to background checks in respect of individuals (including any Irish citizen who may have worked overseas) who are applying for positions within such organisations are established by the organisations themselves and not by the Garda Síochána. If the individual in question has difficulty in corresponding with the relevant authorities of a particular country, the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade would provide any necessary assistance.

Criminal Assets Bureau

Bernard J. Durkan

Question:

407 Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Justice and Equality the extent the Criminal Assets Bureau have adequate resources to tackle organised crime; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [25019/11]

The Criminal Assets Bureau has been at the forefront of fighting organised crime since its inception in 1996. The Bureau was established with a statutory remit of identifying and depriving persons of the proceeds of criminal activity. The Bureau is being actively utilised to target assets accumulated by criminal gangs. Furthermore, a strategic partnership has been established between the Garda National Drugs Unit and the Criminal Assets Bureau in identifying common targets who are then pursued through intelligence-led investigations, in order to maximise the response of law enforcement to organised crime gangs.

In recent years the Bureau has targeted the proceeds of crime of more middle and lower ranking criminals. A significant resource in this regard is the Divisional Asset Profilers Programme. Under this programme 167 asset profilers have been trained to date to assist the Bureau in targeting the assets of well known criminals, including drug dealers, in local communities, by supplying them with local knowledge. Asset Profilers are now based in every Garda Division in Ireland.

I am advised by the Garda Authorities that the Criminal Assets Bureau currently has sufficient financial and other resources to continue to operate effectively, pursuant to its statutory remit.

Questions Nos. 408 and 409 answered with Question No. 83.

Garda Strength

Bernard J. Durkan

Question:

410 Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Justice and Equality if adequate resources will remain available to the Garda to combat ongoing crime at all levels; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [25022/11]

I have been informed by the Garda Commissioner that the personnel strength of An Garda Síochána on 31 August 2011, the latest date for which figures are readily available, was 14,162. There are also over 800 members of the Garda Reserve and more than 2,000 civilian support staff in An Garda Síochána . Responsibility for the allocation of resources, including personnel, rests with the Garda Commissioner, in consultation with his senior management team.

It must be recognised that, under plans agreed by the last Government as part of their compliance with the terms of the EU/IMF agreement, Garda numbers are due to be reduced to 13,000. As part of this process, the Commissioner will of course have to examine every option for increased efficiency and effectiveness in the delivery of services. An example of this is the work currently under way under the Croke Park Agreement to agree new Garda rosters to better match Garda deployment with peak policing demands.

This Government is committed to maintaining frontline policing services at the highest level possible and to ensuring that the best possible service is provide to the public.

Garda Stations

Bernard J. Durkan

Question:

411 Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Justice and Equality if rural Garda stations will not close for whatever reason having particular regard to the need for better policing in rural areas where criminal gangs regularly seek refuge; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [25023/11]

Responsibility for the allocation of Garda resources, including personnel, rests with the Garda Commissioner. I have been advised by the Garda authorities that the Commissioner is currently carrying out a review of the entire Garda organisation in the context of ensuring that the Force will be in a position to match the deployment of resources to its policing commitments as effectively as possible.

I look forward to the outcome of the Commissioner's review and I understand that it should be available in the next couple of months.

Garda Strength

Bernard J. Durkan

Question:

412 Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Justice and Equality the degree to which adequate resources remain available to the Garda to combat the increased level of drugs associated with criminal gangs; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [25024/11]

I refer the Deputy to my reply to Question No. 72 of today.

Garda Operations

Bernard J. Durkan

Question:

413 Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Justice and Equality his plans to combat the activities of drug dealing criminal gangs; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [25025/11]

Tackling serious crime including drug trafficking remains a key ongoing priority both for the Government and for An Garda Síochána. The Garda Policing Plan for 2011 reflects this priority with one of its key actions being the proactive targeting by An Garda Síochána of drug trafficking.

In implementing this action a multi-agency law enforcement approach is used, whereby Garda National Units from the National Support Service work together to target those involved in the trafficking, importation, sale and supply of illegal drugs. To further enhance this approach a strategic partnership has been established between the Garda National Drugs Unit and the Criminal Assets Bureau in identifying common targets who are then pursued through intelligence-led investigations, in order to maximise the response of law enforcement to organised crime gangs.

This multi-agency approach is supported by a number of further strategies targeting drug dealing including, for example,

The operation of dedicated Divisional and District Drug Units.

Continued cooperation with the Revenue Commissioners (Customs & Excise) under the terms of the Memorandum of Understanding in the pro-active investigation of persons suspected of being involved in international drug-trafficking.

Strong and strategic partnerships in place at international level targeting drug trafficking.

Our drug law enforcement efforts are underpinned by a significant body of criminal law targeting organised crime. As I have indicated to the House it is my intention to keep under review the question of whether any further improvements could be made to the overall legislative framework in this area to render it more effective. In addition, in accordance with the commitments contained in the Programme for Government it is my intention, in due course, to bring forward legislative proposals which will serve to strengthen the powers of the Criminal Assets Bureau in relation to forfeiting the proceeds of crime.

Witness Intimidation

Bernard J. Durkan

Question:

414 Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Justice and Equality the extent of intimidation of witnesses by criminals continues; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [25026/11]

Section 41 of the Criminal Justice Act 1999 makes it an offence to harm or threaten, menace or in any other way intimidate or put in fear a person who is assisting in the investigation by An Garda Síochána of an offence or a witness or potential witness or a juror or potential juror in proceedings for an offence or a member of his or her family, intending to obstruct, pervert or interfere with an investigation or the course of justice. The original penalty provided for in the 1999 Act upon being found guilty under this section was 10 years. In view of the gravity with which this type of criminal activity is viewed, the penalty was increased to 15 years by the Criminal Justice (Amendment) Act 2009.

I am informed by the Garda authorities that separate records are not maintained of offences under section 41 as between those directed against witnesses and those directed against jurors. Accordingly, the information available from the Gardaí covers both categories of individuals. The Deputy will appreciate that, of their nature, instances of intimidation of jurors are less likely to come to notice than instances of witness intimidation. The Gardaí rigorously enforce the provisions of the law relating to witness and jury intimidation and, of course, will continue to do so.

The following table shows the position with regard to the number of proceedings commenced for offences under Section 41 of the 1999 Act for the period from 2008 to 15 September 2011.

Year

Proceedings

2011

28

2010

42

2009

31

2008

18

Crime Levels

Bernard J. Durkan

Question:

415 Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Justice and Equality the number of crimes recorded having been committed by persons while on bail in the past 12 months to date in 2011; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [25027/11]

Following the submission in 2004 of a report and recommendations by an expert group on crime statistics, it was decided that the compilation and publication of crime statistics should be taken over by the Central Statistics Office, as the national statistical agency, from An Garda Síochána. The Garda Síochána Act 2005 consequently makes provision for this and the CSO has established a dedicated unit for this purpose. Following the setting up of the necessary technical systems and auditing of the data from which the statistics are compiled, the CSO is now compiling, publishing and responding to queries regarding recorded crime statistics. I have requested the CSO to provide statistics directly to the Deputy.

Criminal Assets Bureau

Bernard J. Durkan

Question:

416 Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Justice and Equality the number of persons, bodies or other entities the assets of which have been seized by the Criminal Assets Bureau in the past 12 months; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [25028/11]

Bernard J. Durkan

Question:

417 Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Justice and Equality the value of assets seized by the Criminal Assets Bureau in each of the past 12 months to date in 2011; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [25029/11]

I propose to take Questions Nos. 416 and 417 together.

In accordance with the provisions of section 21 of the Criminal Assets Bureau Act 1996 an annual report on the activities of the Bureau is prepared and laid before the Houses of the Oireachtas. The most recently published annual report is that for the year 2009. At present arrangements are being made to make available the report for 2010. The 2011 report will be published in due course.

While the particular information sought by the Deputy is not readily available, I have set out the available information for the year 2010 in the following table, which provides the value of assets, and the number of respondents for orders obtained under the Proceeds of Crime Act 1996 and 2005 for the year 2010. In addition, as a result of its Revenue actions, the Criminal Assets Bureau assessed 31 individuals for tax and approximately €4 million was collected in relation to income which was generated from criminal conduct. Also, action pursuant to the Social Welfare remit of the Bureau was taken against 85 persons. Under the Social Welfare legislation, the Bureau made savings of €633,000 for all schemes and approximately €181,000 was recovered from overpayments.

Orders obtained under the Proceeds of Crime Act 1996 and 2005 2010

Description

Number of Orders

Number of Respondents

Amount €

Amount STG £

Interim Orders under Section 2

14

24

7,019,475.88

63,535.00

Interlocutory Orders under Section 3(1)

17

31

4,526,527.72

Nil

VariationOrders under Section 3(3)

3

3

23,000.00

Nil

Consent Disposal Orders under Section 4A

12

24

2,810,902.52

Nil

Receivership Orders under Section 7

15

26

2,633,531.25

55,560.00

Commissioners for Oaths

Jonathan O'Brien

Question:

418 Deputy Jonathan O’Brien asked the Minister for Justice and Equality if he will supply a list of registered Commissioners for Oaths for Cork City from 1987 to 1994; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [25039/11]

I wish to inform the Deputy that as Minister I have no function in the appointment of Commissioners for Oaths which is entirely a matter for the Chief Justice. However, the Courts Service has assured me that they would be happy to assist the Deputy with his enquiries.

Gaming Regulation

John Lyons

Question:

419 Deputy John Lyons asked the Minister for Justice and Equality his plans to bring forward proposals for a revised regulatory architecture for the online gambling industry in view of the number of high-value jobs that exist here in the online gambling and support services; his plans for a licensing regime for online gambling companies to allow for the taxation of online gambling; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [25050/11]

The Deputy will see from the Government Legislative Programme for the Autumn 2011 Session that a new Gambling Bill is being prepared. It will provide for the licensing of online services as part of a major reform of the gambling laws. The collection of taxes in this area, as in all others. is a matter for the Revenue Commissioners. However, I think their task will be eased when all operators are licensed, as will be the case under the new legislation.

In this legislation I aim to provide a well regulated system that is fair and transparent and that fosters safe and socially responsible gambling. Such an outcome would enhance our reputation. I'm sure large operators looking for a place to invest would be attracted by the system I aim to achieve. It would also improve our revenue yields and provide high quality employment.

John Lyons

Question:

420 Deputy John Lyons asked the Minister for Justice and Equality further to Parliamentary Questions Nos. 120 of 21 April 2011 and No. 405 of 19 July 2011, if his attention has been drawn to the recent hearings on the withdrawal of a gaming operating licence in Alderney for a company (details supplied), a subsidiary of which employs 700 persons here; if he has had any contact with his counterpart with responsibility for that jurisdiction in respect of this action; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [25053/11]

The hearings to which the Deputy refers are being conducted by the Alderney Gaming Control Commission (AGCC). They are part of on-going legal processes in the Channel Islands (Alderney) following the decision by the AGCC to suspend the gaming licence for the company concerned. Legal proceedings are also underway in the USA. I am keeping in touch with developments, but, in light of the on-going legal processes, it would be inappropriate for me to comment at this stage. I understand when the hearings resumed yesterday, they were held in camera.

I hope to have an opportunity later this year to meet with the Minister from the Channel Islands with responsibility for the regulation of gambling, for a wide ranging discussion. I am, of course, aware of the subsidiary based here and I regret that, in the case of some of its employees, there is some uncertainty at present about their continued employment.

The Deputy will be aware from the Government Legislative Programme for the Autumn 2011 Session that a new Gambling Bill is being prepared. I can confirm that it will provide for the licensing of online services as part of a major reform of the gambling laws.

Departmental Expenditure

Robert Dowds

Question:

421 Deputy Robert Dowds asked the Minister for Justice and Equality the amount of money spent producing Government reports in both Irish and English on a yearly basis. [25415/11]

As I understand the Deputy is specifically referring to translation costs for the year 2010 incurred by my Department and the agencies under its aegis, I can confirm that the total amount spent was €45,916.11.

Questions Nos. 422 and 423 withdrawn.

Irish Red Cross

Finian McGrath

Question:

424 Deputy Finian McGrath asked the Minister for Defence if he will consider encouraging the Irish Red Cross to adequately address the issue of current long-serving members still serving on the council and executive committee of the IRC; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24570/11]

Finian McGrath

Question:

427 Deputy Finian McGrath asked the Minister for Defence his views on the fact that the vice-chairman of the Irish Red Cross is now serving for the 21st year in that position, as well as on the organisation’s central council and executive committee, in breach of accepted good corporate governance principles and practice; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24573/11]

I propose to take Questions Nos. 424 and 427 together.

On 16 May 2011 I wrote to the Chairman of the Irish Red Cross Society regarding corporate governance, with particular reference to turnover and rotation at leadership levels in the Society. I did so as I am of the opinion that it is not conducive to good corporate governance that any individual should serve indefinitely on the Central Council or the Executive Committee, or in the same appointment.

The Chairman, in his response, advised me that the issue of turnover and rotation at leadership levels was raised by him at a subsequent Central Council meeting and that agreement was reached on a mandatory three-year break, or one full-term break, for Executive Committee members in circumstances where a member may have previously served for two full terms.

I subsequently met with the Chairman and the Secretary General of the Society. The matters raised in my letter of last May were discussed and the progress that the Society has made in relation to governance reform was outlined. I offered my support to the Chairman and the Secretary General in their efforts and I anticipate that further progress in this regard will be made in the coming months.

Finian McGrath

Question:

425 Deputy Finian McGrath asked the Minister for Defence if he has met the chairman of the Irish Red Cross; the outcome of such discussions; the substance and nature of correspondence between himself and the chairman of the IRC regarding corporate governance issues; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24571/11]

Finian McGrath

Question:

426 Deputy Finian McGrath asked the Minister for Defence his views on whether the Irish Red Cross has made a more comprehensive reform of its corporate governance arrangements following his letter to the chairman of the IRC of 16 May 2011; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24572/11]

I propose to take Questions Nos. 425 and 426 together.

On 16 May 2011 I wrote to the Chairman of the Irish Red Cross Society regarding corporate governance, emphasising my views on turnover and rotation at leadership levels in the Society. The Chairman, in his response, advised me that the issue of turnover and rotation at leadership levels was raised by him at a subsequent Central Council meeting and that agreement was reached on a mandatory three-year break, or one full-term break, for Executive Committee members in circumstances where a member may have previously served for two full terms.

The Chairman also outlined a number of other changes and initiatives that have been taken. I subsequently met with the Chairman and the Secretary General of the Society. The matters raised in my letter of last May were discussed and the progress that the Society has made in relation to governance reform was outlined. Overall, it was a very positive meeting; I offered my support to the Chairman and the Secretary General in their efforts and I anticipate that further progress in this regard will be made in the coming months.

Question No. 427 answered with Question No. 424.

Finian McGrath

Question:

428 Deputy Finian McGrath asked the Minister for Defence when he expects to nominate a replacement nominee to the central council of the Irish Red Cross; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24574/11]

It is my intention to fill this vacancy before the next Central Council meeting which I understand is scheduled to take place in November.

Departmental Bodies

Joe McHugh

Question:

429 Deputy Joe McHugh asked the Minister for Defence the names of the State boards the membership of which is determined by his Department; and the date on which each of these memberships is due for renewal or appointment. [24955/11]

The bodies under the aegis of my Department are the Civil Defence Board, the Army Pensions Board and the Board of Coiste an Asgard. The Civil Defence Board was established in 2003 under the Civil Defence Act 2002. The Act provides that the Board shall consist of at least eight but not more than fourteen members who shall be appointed by the Minister for Defence. The current Board was appointed by the Minister for Defence from 11 July 2011 for a three year term.

The Government has recently approved a proposal to begin drafting legislation to transfer the functions of the Civil Defence Board back into the Department of Defence. This decision is in line with Government policy to bring the functions of many State agencies back into their parent Department. The proposed Bill will, if enacted, repeal the Civil Defence Act, 2002, dissolve the Civil Defence Board and transfer its functions, property, rights, liabilities and other responsibilities to the Department of Defence. Such changes will not have any impact on Civil Defence operations nationally.

The Army Pensions Board is an independent statutory body established under the Army Pensions Act, 1927. Since its establishment, the Board has been made up of a chairman and two ordinary members. The two ordinary members must be qualified medical practitioners of whom one must be an officer of the Army Medical Corps. The chairman and the non-Military ordinary member are appointed by the Minister for Defence with the concurrence of the Minister for Finance. The Army Medical Corps ordinary member is appointed by the Minister for Defence.

There is no specified period of appointment to the Army Pensions Board.

In the context of settling the Estimates for the Department of Defence for 2010, the Government decided that the national sail training scheme operated by Coiste an Asgard would be discontinued as recommended in the Report of the Special Group on Public Service Numbers and Expenditure. As a result, no funding was provided in 2010 or 2011. No appointments have been made since that decision was taken and the Board will be dissolved shortly.

Departmental Expenditure

Robert Dowds

Question:

430 Deputy Robert Dowds asked the Minister for Defence the amount of money spent producing Government reports in both Irish and English on a yearly basis. [25557/11]

The costs of translating reports into Irish for the year 2010, in order to implement the provisions of the Official Languages Act, 2003, were as follows:

Report

Cost (incl VAT)

Department of Defence and Defence Forces Annual Report 2009

€1,510.53

Coiste an Asgard Directors Report and Accounts 2009

€302.00

Ombudsman for the Defence Forces Annual Report 2009

€2,607.00

Hunting Licences

Dominic Hannigan

Question:

431 Deputy Dominic Hannigan asked the Minister for Agriculture, Fisheries and Food the number of hunting licences that have been issued for 2011 for hunting in Coillte-operated forests; the culling programmes in operation in Coillte-operated forests; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24762/11]

Coillte Teoranta was established as a private commercial company under the Forestry Act, 1988 and day-to-day operational matters, such as the facilitation of recreational hunting under licence, are the responsibility of the company.

The matter was, however, raised with Coillte which has advised that they have 223 active licences for deer hunting on their lands for the 2011/12 season with a programmed cull of 864 deer.

Milk Quota

Jim Daly

Question:

432 Deputy Jim Daly asked the Minister for Agriculture, Fisheries and Food the reason a person (details supplied) only received 3,000 litres of milk quota in the recent distribution as he normally receives 5,000 litres every year; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24451/11]

Allocations of milk quota from the National Reserve are granted on the basis of recommendations from the Milk Quota Appeals Tribunal. The Tribunal examines and makes recommendations on applications for additional quota from individual producers.

There is no fixed allocation to successful applicants. The amount of milk quota available for distribution through the scheme each year is limited, and particularly so in the years in which demand increases due to a greater probability of the national milk deliveries exceeding the country's quota.

On the basis of the information supplied by the named person, the Tribunal recommended an allocation of 3,000 litres. This recommendation has now been approved and notification has issued to the named person and his Co-op.

Animal Protection

Jack Wall

Question:

433 Deputy Jack Wall asked the Minister for Agriculture, Fisheries and Food if there is a need for a licence under any environmental Act to retain specific animals on a farm (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24501/11]

My Department does not have statutory responsibility concerning the keeping on farms of non-domestic animals such as those referred to.

My Department has responsibility for:-

Implementation of Council Directive 92/65/EEC (Balai), which is transposed nationally by Statutory instrument No. 12 of 1996 European Communities (Trade in Animals and Animal Semen, Ova and Embryos) Regulations 1996. This legislation requires that only registered premises may import the species of animals referred to therein (primates, non-domestic ungulates, birds (other than poultry), bees, lagomorphs and dogs/cats and ferrets. Importation is carried out by way of import licence issued under this legislation.

Implementation of Council Regulation 998/2003/EC (on non-commercial movement of pet animals), which is transposed by Statutory Instrument No. 263 of 2009 European Communities (Pet Passport) Regulations 2009. This legislation facilitates the movement of pet dogs, cats and ferrets with pet passports or certificates, but does not set down rules for movement of other pets ("pet animals" in this regard being defined as animals listed in Annex 1 of the EU pet regulation). The Protection of Animals Acts 1911 and the Protection of Animals (amendment) Act 1965 affords certain protection of wild animals and is enforced by An Garda Síochána.

Grant Payments

Heather Humphreys

Question:

434 Deputy Heather Humphreys asked the Minister for Agriculture, Fisheries and Food when a person (details supplied) in County Monaghan may expect to receive the outstanding 25% of his REP scheme payments; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24507/11]

The person named commenced REPS 4 in 2009 and has received full payments for the first year of his contract.

In addition, 75% of the second year payment issued on 21st April 2011 for the amount of €4,871.06. An area based discrepancy was discovered following a cross check between the Single Payment Scheme application for 2010 of the person named and the REPS agri-environmental plan. This discrepancy has resulted in the imposition of a penalty and a delay in processing the final 25% payment under REPS 4 for 2010.

My Department is currently making arrangements to process outstanding payments to farmers of the 25% due in respect of 2010 in the cases where penalties were incurred and I expect payments to commence in these cases in October.

Pat Breen

Question:

435 Deputy Pat Breen asked the Minister for Agriculture, Fisheries and Food further to Parliamentary Question No. 362 of the 12 July 2011, the position regarding an application in respect of a person (details supplied) in County Clare; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24529/11]

The person named has appealed against a decision by my Department to exclude certain plots from the area submitted for approval by him under the Afforestation Scheme. This appeal is currently being examined and he will be notified of the outcome as soon as possible.

Heather Humphreys

Question:

436 Deputy Heather Humphreys asked the Minister for Agriculture, Fisheries and Food when REP scheme payment will issue in respect of a person (details supplied) in County Monaghan; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24551/11]

The person named commenced REPS 4 in 2008 and received full payments for the first two years of their contract.

In addition, 75% of the third year payment issued on 24th March 2011 for the amount of €1,539.00. An area based discrepancy was discovered following a cross check between the Single Payment Scheme application for 2010 of the person named and the REPS agri-environmental plan. This discrepancy has resulted in the imposition of a penalty and a delay in processing the final 25% payment under REPS 4 for 2010.

My Department is currently making arrangements to process outstanding payments to farmers of the 25% due in respect of 2010 in the cases where penalties were incurred and I expect payments to commence in these cases in October.

Heather Humphreys

Question:

437 Deputy Heather Humphreys asked the Minister for Agriculture, Fisheries and Food when REP scheme payment will issue in respect of a person (details supplied) in County Monaghan; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24552/11]

The person named commenced REPS 4 in 2009 and has received full payment for the first year of his contract.

In addition, 75% of the second year payment issued on 1st February 2011 for the amount of €3,968.63. An area based discrepancy was discovered following a cross check between the Single Payment Scheme application for 2010 from the person named and the REPS agri-environmental plan. This discrepancy has resulted in the imposition of a penalty and a delay in processing the final 25% payment under REPS 4 for 2010.

My Department is currently making arrangements to process outstanding payments to farmers of the 25% due in respect of 2010 in the cases where penalties were incurred and I expect payments to commence in these cases in October.

Heather Humphreys

Question:

438 Deputy Heather Humphreys asked the Minister for Agriculture, Fisheries and Food when REP scheme payment will issue in respect of a person (details supplied) in County Monaghan; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24553/11]

The person named commenced REPS 4 in 2009 and has received full payment for the first year of his contract. In addition, 75% of the second year payment issued for the amount of €5,236.50 on 17 January 2011. An area based discrepancy was discovered following a cross check between the Single Payment Scheme application for 2010 from the person named and the REPS agri-environmental plan. This discrepancy has resulted in the imposition of a penalty and a delay in processing the final 25% payment under REPS 4 for 2010. My Department is currently making arrangements to process outstanding payments to farmers of the 25% due in respect of 2010 in the cases where penalties were incurred and I expect payments to commence in these cases in October.

Heather Humphreys

Question:

439 Deputy Heather Humphreys asked the Minister for Agriculture, Fisheries and Food when REP scheme payment will issue in a respect of a person (details supplied) in County Cavan; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24554/11]

The person named commenced REPS 4 in June 2009 and has received full payment for the first year of his contract. In addition, 75% of the second year payment issued for the amount of €4,141.88 on 4 July 2011. An area based discrepancy was discovered following a cross check between the Single Payment Scheme application for 2010 from the person named and the REPS agri-environmental plan. This discrepancy has resulted in the imposition of a penalty and a delay in processing the final 25% payment under REPS 4 for 2010. My Department is currently making arrangements to process outstanding payments to farmers of the 25% due in respect of 2010 in the cases where penalties were incurred and I expect payments to commence in these cases in October.

Agri-Environment Options Scheme

Paul Connaughton

Question:

440 Deputy Paul J. Connaughton asked the Minister for Agriculture, Fisheries and Food when an application for agri-environment options scheme for 2010 will be finalised in respect of a person (details supplied) in County Galway; if his attention has been drawn to the fact that this applicant was one of the first to join AEOS in May 2010 and is experiencing financial hardship because of the major delay in payment; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24636/11]

The person named has been approved into the AEOS scheme with effect from 1 September 2010. Under the EU Regulations governing the Agri-Environment Options Scheme and other area-based payment schemes, a comprehensive administrative check, including cross-checks with the Land Parcel Identification System, must be completed on all applications before any approvals can issue. In addition, as part of the checks required under EU regulations, the person named was randomly selected for inspection. As part of this process Record Sheets documenting details of actions undertaken under AEOS must be inspected and authorised by the Department's inspector. My Department has been in contact with the person named in relation to aspects of his claim and once a response is received the application will be further processed.

European Regulations

Catherine Murphy

Question:

441 Deputy Catherine Murphy asked the Minister for Agriculture, Fisheries and Food his plans to publish the European Communities Agricultural Environmental Impact Assessment Regulation 2011; if the draft regulations will be published for consultation with all stakeholders including environmental groups; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24766/11]

On Thursday 8 September 2011, I signed into law the European Communities (Environmental Impact Assessment) (Agriculture) Regulations 2011 (S.I. No. 456 of 2011) to address the findings of the European Court of Justice against Ireland in the manner that the Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) Directive (85/337/EEC), as amended, was transposed into Irish law.

The Court found that Ireland was over-reliant on size thresholds and did not take other relevant criteria, such as the cumulative impacts of development, the location of the development or activity relative to sensitive sites etc, into account. The Regulations relate to three categories of projects — restructuring of rural land holdings, the use of uncultivated land or semi-natural areas for intensive agriculture, and land drainage works on lands used for agriculture

The Regulations will be underpinned by a comprehensive guidance document. To facilitate consultation, the draft guidance document will be available on the Department's website from today and will invite relevant stakeholders to comment on this guidance during a consultation period of four weeks which will close on Friday the 21 October.

Tax Code

Barry Cowen

Question:

442 Deputy Barry Cowen asked the Minister for Agriculture, Fisheries and Food if he will implement changes to the levy applied on foals; and if the levy could be based on percentage of the current market value of the service fee as opposed to the current system. [24861/11]

The Foal Levy Scheme was introduced in 2000 on a statutory basis, the Horse and Greyhound Racing (Betting Charges and Levies) Act, 1999, refers. The Levy is payable by all breeders whose thoroughbred foals are born and registered in Ireland. The scheme is administered by Horse Racing Ireland, the State body with responsibility for the thoroughbred sector.

The proceeds of the levy are used by Horse Racing Ireland to help fund the Irish Equine Centre, the Irish Thoroughbred Breeders Association and Irish Thoroughbred Marketing. These organisations provide key support structures to the Irish thoroughbred breeding industry. The rate of the levy is calculated by reference to the advertised value of the nomination fee of the stallion in accordance with the provisions of the Thoroughbred Foal Levy Regulations, 2007, S.I. No. 853 of 2007. There are six levy rate bands. The setting of the rates of the levy and the distribution of the funds is decided by the Board of Horse Racing Ireland based on the advice of its Foal Levy Committee which includes representatives of the Irish Thoroughbred Breeders' Association (ITBA) and the Irish Farmers' Association (IFA).

Given that it is the function of Horse Racing Ireland to submit proposals relating to the Foal Levy Scheme to me for approval I suggest that it would be appropriate for you to raise this matter with Horse Racing Ireland in the first instance. I understand Horse Racing Ireland is currently undertaking a review of the scheme and any changes ultimately proposed will have to be submitted to me for consent.

Departmental Schemes

Michael Creed

Question:

443 Deputy Michael Creed asked the Minister for Agriculture, Fisheries and Food when approval will issue for the first tranche of applicants for grant aid for sheep fencing and mobile handling units; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24941/11]

My Department has already commenced the issue of approvals to applicants under the Sheep Fencing/Handling Scheme. The process of issuing approvals to all eligible applicants is well advanced and will be completed as quickly as possible in the next few weeks.

Departmental Bodies

Joe McHugh

Question:

444 Deputy Joe McHugh asked the Minister for Agriculture, Fisheries and Food the names of the State boards whose memberships are determined by his Department; the date on which each of these memberships is due for renewal or appointment; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24951/11]

There are currently 12 State Bodies/Agencies that fall under the aegis of this Department.

Body

Number on Boards

Number Vacancies

Selection Process

Aquaculture Licensing Appeals Board (ALAB)

7 on Board including Chair

1 vacancy 28.11.20133 vacancies 1.1.20131 vacancy 13.07.2012

Appointments to the Board of the ALAB are made in accordance with Section 22 of the Fisheries Amendment Act 1997. For the most part persons are nominated by specific organisations and they are appointed by the Minister.

Bord Bia

15 on Board including Chair

1 vacancy 13.9.20121 vacancy 23.3.20121 vacancy 23.3.20121 vacancy 22.3.20131 vacancy 22.3.20131 vacancy 28.11.20131 vacancy 23.3.2121 vacancy 27.6.2013

Appointments to the Board are made in accordance with the An Bord Bia Acts, 1994 to 2004. Members must have knowledge of the food industry or consumer interests and no fewer than two must have knowledge of horticulture.

Bord Iascaigh Mhara (BIM)

6 on Board including Chair

1 vacancy 4.11.20131 vacancy 13.6.20122 vacancies 13.6.20131 vacancy 2.3.2014

Appointments are made by the Minister as a vacancy arises.

Bord na gCon

7 on Board including Chair

1 vacancy 29.1.20102 vacancies 15.4.20111 vacancy 22.5.20121 vacancy 24.8.2009* *(Vacancy since death of former BNG board member)

Appointments to the Board are made in accordance with Section 9 of the Greyhound Industry Act, 1958. For the most part persons are nominated by specific organisations and they are appointed by the Minister.

Coillte

9 Directors

1 vacancy 25.7.2011 — to be an Irish Congress of Trade Unions (ICTU) nominee (to be ratified)1 vacancy 9.10.20122 vacancies 27.11.20122 vacancies 1.1.20141 vacancy 1.8.20141 vacancy 1.1.2015

Appointments are made as a vacancy arises and last for a period not exceeding 5 years and shall be eligible for re-appointment there after

Horse Racing Ireland

14 on Board including Chair

1 vacancy 18.12.20113 vacancies 6.2.20123 vacancies 18.2.20133 vacancies 18.12.20131 vacancy 9.2.20143 vacancies 11.1.2015

All HRI board positions except for the position of 1 ordinary member and the Chair are nominated by bodies specified in legislation. Within HRI there are 2 further sub-committees — Bookmakers Appeals Committee is awaiting a new Chair with Legislation stating that the chair must be a judge or a practising barrister or solicitor of at least 7 years’ standing. Racegoers Consultative Forum has a committee of 14 members 2 of which are appointed at the Minister’s discretion, the original forum had no set term of office but HRI have been replacing members on a phased basis since 2007. The Forum is made up of racegoers from around the country, from different regions, ages and walks of life.

Irish National Stud

5 Directors

2 vacancies 24.6.2010 (date of 2010 AGM)2 vacancies 3.6.2011 (date of 2011 AGM)

Each year the 2 longest serving Directors of the INS are due to retire at the AGM with these Directors remaining in situ until they are replaced.

Marine Institute

9 on Board including Chair

1 vacancy 27.11.20131 vacancy 11.6.20121 vacancy 17.2.20151 vacancy 27.5.20154 vacancies 18.4.2012

Appointments are made by the Minister as a vacancy arises.

National Milk Agency

14 on the Board including Chairman

No vacancies — elections/nominations every 3 years approximately

Members are appointed by the Minister. Following election and/or nomination by the relevant organisations provided for in the Schedule to Milk (Regulation of Supply) Act 1994. The elections are held every three years, with the last election taking place in October 2009. The Chairman of the Board was nominated and appointed by the Minister in 1994. There has only been one chairman since NMA was established in 1994.

Sea Fisheries Protection Authority

3 on Board including Chair

1 vacancy 21.2.20121 vacancy 1.1.20121 vacancy 1.1.2013

Appointments are made by the Minister as a vacancy arises.

Teagasc

11 on Board including Chair

1 vacancy 5.10.2011

For the most part persons are nominated by specific organisations and they are appointed by the Minister.

Veterinary Council of Ireland

19 on Board

15 vacancies 1.1.2014

15 members are appointed on the nomination of other Bodies and 4 are appointed directly by the Minister as provided under Section 16(1) of the Veterinary Practice Act, 2005

Departmental Expenditure

Robert Dowds

Question:

445 Deputy Robert Dowds asked the Minister for Agriculture, Fisheries and Food the amount of money spent producing Government reports in both Irish and English on a yearly basis. [25553/11]

The amount spent during 2010 on producing publications in Irish is listed in the following table:

Report Title

Cost

Pesticide Residue in Food Report 2008

€2,601.75

2020 Strategy

€3,781.55

Output Statement

€415.03

Schemes & Services

€8,726.46

Annual Report Pesticide 2009

€2,975.00

Annual Report 2009

€7,480.73

Annual Review and Outlook

€5,070.14

Total for 2010

€31,050.66

Child Protection

Simon Harris

Question:

446 Deputy Simon Harris asked the Minister for Children and Youth Affairs the action she has taken to implement the recommendations of the May 2010 report, The Need for Child Contact Centres in Ireland; her views on this report; the action she will take to rectify the current failings in the system; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [24916/11]

The report ‘Supporting Child Contact: the Need for Child Contact Centres in Ireland' prepared by One Family Organisation addressed the need for a service of this type to be established in the context of a wider discussion on social, health and justice related services in Ireland. My Department agreed to facilitate and coordinate the implementation of one of the reports key recommendations which was to establish a pilot child contact centre project with the aim of testing different models of provision, drawing on international experience.

I am pleased to inform you that preparations for the pilot project (which is to be operated by Barnardos) are at an advanced stage and that funding is to be provided jointly by my Department along with the HSE, Family Support Agency and Ballymun Regeneration. An initial progress report has been received and Barnardos have indicated that the project is due to commence at the end of October 2011. A single contact centre will be located on the North and South City respectively with the client base drawn from the catchment areas of the North and South Dublin City Health offices. Details of the exact locations will be announced and publicised once formal leases and letting arrangements have been finalised.

It is important to state that this project as with any pilot is partly a learning exercise and that precise details relating to mode and methodologies for referral etc will be finalised at a later stage however it is anticipated that referrals will eventually come from both Social Care Professionals and/or the Courts system. Both the systems of referral and the exact nature of services provided may change and evolve as the centres begin operating on a practical basis.

The report also recommended that an appropriate monitoring mechanism needs to be put in place to evaluate the pilot project and to help guide decisions on further provision. The funders for this project will be mainly focused for now on ensuring that the maximum amount of existing funding allocations are maintained given the very tight fiscal situation at the present time. Arrangements to put in place appropriate monitoring and evaluation will be discussed at a later stage as the energies of those involved are now concentrated on getting the centres open and the pilot service up and running.

Adoption Services

Catherine Murphy

Question:

447 Deputy Catherine Murphy asked the Minister for Children and Youth Affairs her views on the legislative proposals put forward by the Adoption Rights Alliance, including their recommendation to change current legislation to grant adopted persons automatic access to their birth certificates and all files, records, documents and papers on their origins, family histories and early care and medical records; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [24442/11]

The drafting of legislation with regard to Information and Tracing is a priority of mine and proposals such as those raised by the Adoption Alliance are being considered in the drafting process. The Heads of the Bill are currently being drafted, in consultation with the Adoption Authority. The aim is to provide for a structured and regulated way of providing access to information and contact for those affected by adoption. This is a complex area involving the balancing of rights and as such must be dealt with in a careful manner. I intend to take this legislation through the Houses of the Oireachtas in due course.

Special Educational Needs

Simon Harris

Question:

448 Deputy Simon Harris asked the Minister for Children and Youth Affairs if she will extend the remit of the Children’s Ombudsman to enable that office to examine the work of the National Council for Special Education; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [24913/11]

I am aware of the matter raised by the Deputy. The Office of the Ombudsman for Children has been in contact with the Department of Children and Youth Affairs. I am expecting further contact before the end of year from the Ombudsman's office in relation to their remit. While responsibility for the amendment of legislation in relation to the Ombudsman for Children rests with the Department of Children and Youth Affairs responsibility for the National Council for Special Education rests with the Department of Education and Skills.

Family Resource Centres

Brian Stanley

Question:

449 Deputy Brian Stanley asked the Minister for Children and Youth Affairs if she will provide an update on the discussions regarding local authorities or local partnerships taking over the family resource centres; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [24099/11]

There are 107 family resource centres throughout the country funded by the Family Support Agency. The aim of the Family Resource Centres Programme is to combat disadvantage and improve the functioning of the family unit. The programme emphasises involving local communities in tackling the problems they face, and creating successful partnerships between voluntary and statutory agencies at community level. In 2011, funding of €15.897m has been provided to the Family Support Agency for the programme.

The family resource centres provide a range of services for families and groups at local level. These include information, education and training opportunities, childcare, breakfast, homework and after school clubs and youth work services. The family resource centres have an important role to play, in harnessing local community efforts, in support of improved outcomes for children and young people which is a key objective of the Department of Children and Youth Affairs. My department is not engaged in discussions regarding local authorities or local partnerships taking over the Family Resource Centres Programme. Plans for the future development of the Family Resource Centres Programme will be formulated in the context of the arrangements for the new Child and Family Support Services Agency and in consultation with the Family Support Agency and the family resource centres themselves.

Homeless Persons

Brian Stanley

Question:

450 Deputy Brian Stanley asked the Minister for Children and Youth Affairs her plans for the development of a youth homelessness strategy as part of the overall strategy for ending homelessness here. [24108/11]

Youth Homelessness has been identified as a priority for 2011. My Department met with the Department of the Environment, Community and Local Government and service providers at the end of May, to assess and review the current demand for services, the progress made to date under the Youth Homelessness Strategy 2001 and the need to address any outstanding service deficits. Work will commence shortly on a high level review of the 2001 strategy. This review will form the basis for the development of a framework to address youth homelessness over the next 5 years.

Appointments to State Boards

Joe McHugh

Question:

451 Deputy Joe McHugh asked the Minister for Children and Youth Affairs the names of the State boards whose membership is determined by her Department; the date on which each membership is due for renewal or appointment; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [24953/11]

I appoint members to the Boards of the following Bodies:

Body

Family Support Agency

National Educational Welfare Board

Adoption Authority of Ireland

The terms of office for Board members are determined by relevant legislation and are usually for a period of three or five years. Appointments are made when vacancies arise.

Adoption Services

Jonathan O'Brien

Question:

452 Deputy Jonathan O’Brien asked the Minister for Children and Youth Affairs when a person will be placed in charge of the adoption files at a location (details supplied) in County Cork; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [25041/11]

My Department has concluded talks with the HSE on the issue of adoption files from Bessboro and the HSE has agreed to take responsibility for these files. Accordingly, this question has been referred to the HSE for direct reply.

Departmental Expenditure

Robert Dowds

Question:

453 Deputy Robert Dowds asked the Minister for Children and Youth Affairs the amount of money spent producing Government reports in both Irish and English on a yearly basis. [25555/11]

I understand that the Deputy is referring to the cost of translating reports for the year 2010. As my Department was formally established on 2 June 2011 no such expenditure was incurred in 2010.

Medical Cards

Jim Daly

Question:

454 Deputy Jim Daly asked the Minister for Health the position regarding a medical card appeal in respect of a person (details supplied) in County Cork; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24527/11]

As this is a service matter it has been referred to the Health Service Executive for direct reply to the Deputy.

Jim Daly

Question:

455 Deputy Jim Daly asked the Minister for Health if a person (details supplied) in County Cork is entitled to receive a medical card; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24869/11]

As this is a service matter it has been referred to the Health Service Executive for direct reply to the Deputy.

Childhood Obesity

Simon Harris

Question:

456 Deputy Simon Harris asked the Minister for Health his plans to tackle the issue of childhood obesity in view of new statistics which show that 25% of three year old children here are obese; the level of co-ordination in place between him and other Government Departments regarding same; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24914/11]

My Department, in conjunction with other organisations and Government Departments, is involved in a number of programmes that encourage the adoption of healthy lifestyles. We also have healthy eating guidelines specifically targeted at children, one for children in preschools and another for primary school children. In parallel, the Health Service Executive is involved in many programmes to help prevent obesity. Earlier this year I set up a Special Action Group on Obesity, comprising representatives from my Department, the Department of Children and Youth Affairs, the Health Service Executive, the Food Safety Authority of Ireland and Safefood to examine and progress a number of issues to address the problem of obesity, including nutritional labelling, calorie posting on restaurant menus, restrictions on the marketing to children and the treatment of obesity. The Group will liaise with other Departments and organisations as required.

Hospital Services

Jack Wall

Question:

457 Deputy Jack Wall asked the Minister for Health the position regarding a medical procedure in respect of a person (details supplied) in County Kildare; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24399/11]

As this is a service matter, it has been referred to the Health Service Executive for direct reply.

Martin Ferris

Question:

458 Deputy Martin Ferris asked the Minister for Health if his attention has been drawn to the case of a person (details supplied) whose diagnosis was delayed by eight months because an X-ray of their chest was not acted upon at Kerry General Hospital; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24444/11]

Martin Ferris

Question:

459 Deputy Martin Ferris asked the Minister for Health the date on which a note was made on the file of a person (details supplied) expressing concern about the November 2009 chest X-ray. [24445/11]

Martin Ferris

Question:

460 Deputy Martin Ferris asked the Minister for Health if he will establish whether the registrar and consultant at the accident and emergency unit in Kerry General Hospital reviewed the X-ray of a person (details supplied) before they were discharged; if not, the reason for same and if this is common practice. [24446/11]

Martin Ferris

Question:

461 Deputy Martin Ferris asked the Minister for Health when the radiologist at Kerry General Hospital reviewed an X-ray in respect of a person (details supplied) in November 2009; if there was a delay, the reason for same and if this was common practice at the time. [24447/11]

Martin Ferris

Question:

462 Deputy Martin Ferris asked the Minister for Health if he is satisfied that no other patients’ X-rays were missed and not acted upon in sufficient time and the measures that have been put in place to ensure this does not occur in the future. [24448/11]

Martin Ferris

Question:

463 Deputy Martin Ferris asked the Minister for Health the reason that patients’ X-rays were not acted upon; his views on whether the was as a result of staff being overworked and or under-resourced; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24449/11]

Martin Ferris

Question:

464 Deputy Martin Ferris asked the Minister for Health if he will be ordering an independent investigation into the circumstances of the case of a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24450/11]

I propose to take Questions Nos. 458 to 464, inclusive, together. As these are service matters, they have been referred to the HSE for direct reply.

Jack Wall

Question:

465 Deputy Jack Wall asked the Minister for Health the position regarding an appointment in respect of a person (details supplied) in County Kildare; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24452/11]

As this is a service matter, it has been referred to the Health Service Executive for direct reply.

Caoimhghín Ó Caoláin

Question:

466 Deputy Caoimhghín Ó Caoláin asked the Minister for Health if a person (details supplied) in County Cavan will be given an earlier date for surgery in view of the length of time they have waited [24454/11]

As this is a service matter, it has been referred to the Health Service Executive for direct reply.

Departmental Expenditure

Caoimhghín Ó Caoláin

Question:

467 Deputy Caoimhghín Ó Caoláin asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 362 of 21 June 2011, if he will clarify the statement in his reply that the figures provided include the cost of the fluoridating chemical, operational and minor capital costs, in view of the fact that the figure provided for the year 2006 is the same figure provided by his predecessor in a letter dated 12 June 2006 for the annual cost of the fluoridating chemical alone; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24456/11]

The total cost to the HSE of fluoridation in 2006 was approximately €3.25 million. I am unaware of any correspondence from my Department or from a previous Minister stating otherwise.

Hospital Services

John McGuinness

Question:

468 Deputy John McGuinness asked the Minister for Health if an early date will be set for a hip operation in respect of a person (details supplied) in County Kilkenny. [24460/11]

As this is a service matter, it has been referred to the HSE for direct reply.

Departmental Expenditure

Caoimhghín Ó Caoláin

Question:

469 Deputy Caoimhghín Ó Caoláin asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 362 of 21 June 2011, the reason for the significant increase in cost from 2009 to 2010. [24466/11]

The increase in costs in 2010 can be attributed to the implementation of the corrective actions identified in the audit.

Departmental Investigations

Gerry Adams

Question:

470 Deputy Gerry Adams asked the Minister for Health if he has received the report of the independent research report on the practice of symphysiotomy; if not, when he expects to receive same; and when he envisages the report to be published [24467/11]

Work on this report is being progressed by the academic researcher appointed to carry out the research. However, the researcher has advised the Department that due to difficulties in accessing information sources over the summer period the report will not be completed this month as originally planned. My Department is urgently seeking a definite date for the completion of this report from the researcher and as soon as the draft report is received will further engage with patient representative groups and the Institute of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists.

It is my intention that the report be published, subject of course to the usual legal and related considerations, which are as of now not expected to create any significant barriers to publication.

Hospitals Building Programme

Caoimhghín Ó Caoláin

Question:

471 Deputy Caoimhghín Ó Caoláin asked the Minister for Health if he will support the call for the new National Children’s Hospital to be named after Dr. Kathleen Lynn. [24489/11]

It is not my intention at this time to consider the naming of the new National Paediatric Hospital.

Medical Cards

John McGuinness

Question:

472 Deputy John McGuinness asked the Minister for Health if a medical card will be issued without delay in respect of a person (details supplied) in County Kilkenny. [24496/11]

As this is a service matter it has been referred to the Health Service Executive for direct reply to the Deputy.

Health Service Staff

Terence Flanagan

Question:

473 Deputy Terence Flanagan asked the Minister for Health his plans to introduce further voluntary redundancies within the health sector; and when such voluntary redundancies might be introduced. [24502/11]

The Government is committed in line with the Programme for Government to reducing numbers in the Civil/Public Service in the period to 2015, while protecting front-line services as far as possible. A comprehensive review of expenditure is underway to examine all areas where savings and numbers reductions might be identified. The results of this review are expected in the Autumn when the Government will consider its recommendations. There are, however, no plans at this time to introduce a voluntary redundancy/early retirement scheme in the Civil/Public Service.

Hospital Staff

Anne Ferris

Question:

474 Deputy Anne Ferris asked the Minister for Health his views on the abolition of payments to student nurses and midwives during their fourth-year pre-registration rostered placement; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24511/11]

In 2010 the previous Government decided to implement a range of budgetary measures, including the phased abolition over the period 2011 to 2015 of pay to student nurses and midwives when undertaking the rostered placement in their final undergraduate year.

Following my appointment as Minister, I initiated a review of this decision and invited the nursing unions to become involved in the process. This review is still in progress.

Departmental Bodies

Anne Ferris

Question:

475 Deputy Anne Ferris asked the Minister for Health if standardised operating procedures are in place for all research ethics committees; the procedures in place for appointing members to these committees; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24517/11]

Clinical trials of medicinal products for human use are currently regulated by the European Communities (Clinical Trials on Medicinal Products for Human Use) Regulations, 2004. The operating procedures of clinical trials ethics committees are set out in Schedule 2 of these Regulations. These committees are required to be independent, consisting of healthcare professionals and lay members and to have responsibility to protect the rights, safety and wellbeing of human subjects involved in a trial. There are currently 13 research ethics committees approved under the regulations.

In addition, the Health Information Bill, which is currently being drafted, will facilitate a standardised approach in regard to research ethics committees dealing with research, other than clinical trials. The Bill will provide for the approval of committees by the Health Information and Quality Authority (HIQA) and for procedural matters, including the appointment of members.

Hospital Waiting Lists

Niall Collins

Question:

476 Deputy Niall Collins asked the Minister for Health if he will arrange an appointment for an operation to be brought forward in respect of a person (details supplied) in County Cork. [24519/11]

As this is a service matter, it has been referred to the HSE for direct reply.

Medical Cards

Niall Collins

Question:

477 Deputy Niall Collins asked the Minister for Health the position regarding an application for a medical card in respect of a person (details supplied) in County Cork. [24544/11]

As this is a service matter it has been referred to the Health Service Executive for direct reply to the Deputy.

Niall Collins

Question:

478 Deputy Niall Collins asked the Minister for Health the position regarding a medical card application in respect of a person (details supplied) in County Cork. [24548/11]

As this is a service matter it has been referred to the Health Service Executive for direct reply to the Deputy.

Nursing Home Accommodation

Michael Healy-Rae

Question:

479 Deputy Michael Healy-Rae asked the Minister for Health if he will review the future viability of a hospital (details supplied) in County Kerry; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24557/11]

The facility referred to by the Deputy is not a public facility, it is a voluntary facility which has a service level agreement with the HSE under section 39 of the Health Act 2009.

The legislation underpinning the Nursing Homes Support Scheme requires all private nursing homes and voluntary nursing homes which previously received funding under Section 39 of the Health Act 2004 to negotiate and agree a price for the cost of care with the National Treatment Purchase Fund (NTPF) should they wish to participate in the scheme. This is a necessary feature of the scheme due to the commitment by the State to meet the full balance of the cost of care over and above a person's contribution.

The NTPF has statutory responsibility for the negotiation of prices with private and voluntary nursing homes. The NTPF is independent in the performance of this function and, in carrying it out, it must ensure value for money for both the individual and the State. The NTPF negotiates with each nursing home individually and may examine the records and accounts of nursing homes as part of the process. This method of negotiation is necessary in order to ensure that the State obtains the best value for each individual in a nursing home and to comply with competition law.

The HSE is continuing to engage with the Board of Management of the facility to support the process of decision making with regard to the future of the service. The HSE will support whatever decision the Board of Management makes and hopes to work closely with it to provide services in the area into the future in a sustainable manner.

Health Service Staff

Catherine Murphy

Question:

480 Deputy Catherine Murphy asked the Minister for Health if he will make an exemption to the hiring embargo in the Health Service Executive in cases where it is cheaper to renew a contract with existing workers than to recruit in new staff from outside agencies; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24561/11]

Under the Employment Control Framework for the Health Sector, the Health Service Executive (HSE) has discretion to make exceptions to the general moratorium on recruitment in the public service in order to maintain essential services. Such exceptions must of necessity be kept to a minimum so that the targeted employment reductions and consequential payroll savings are met. The Framework also provides that certain posts are exempted from the moratorium, such as social workers, physiotherapists, speech and language therapists and medical consultants.

Recently, the HSE made the decision to pause recruitment due to its serious budgetary situation. Notwithstanding this pause, exceptions are still being made to address critical service risk.

The Health Service Executive (HSE) introduced new arrangements for contracting agency staff on 14 March 2011. The new contract for agency staff is part of the approved service plan for 2011 and was intended to deliver cost savings in 2011. However, I have been informed by the HSE that given its current financial situation, there are limitations on the use of agency staff and every effort is being made to make the best use of internal resources. The HSE has further advised that there is also a protocol in place which allows for internal part time staff to increase their hours on a temporary basis to deal with urgent service needs.

Hospital Staff

Finian McGrath

Question:

481 Deputy Finian McGrath asked the Minister for Health the wage bill in each public hospital in 2010; the percentage of the Health Service Executive budget to each hospital that was spent on wages in 2010; the projected wage bill for each of the public hospitals in 2011; and the HSE project budget allocation for each hospital in 2012. [24576/11]

The information sought by the Deputy is not readily available. However, I have asked the Health Service Executive to supply this information to me and I will forward it to the Deputy as soon as possible.

Health Service Properties

Finian McGrath

Question:

482 Deputy Finian McGrath asked the Minister for Health the number of properties the Health Service Executive owns which are used, either fully or partially to house sex offenders on their release from prison; and the addresses of these properties. [24577/11]

The Health Service Executive do not provide dedicated housing services to sex offenders. The issue of accommodation for sex offenders who are released from prison would be a matter for Directorate of the Irish Prison Service and the Probation Service.

Health Services

Aengus Ó Snodaigh

Question:

483 Deputy Aengus Ó Snodaigh asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) in Dublin 8 was not given the required orthodontic treatment before they turned 18 years of age; and will the work be carried out now in recognition that the delay in having the treatment was not of their making. [24579/11]

As this is a service matter is has been referred to the HSE for direct reply.

Ambulance Service

Denis Naughten

Question:

484 Deputy Denis Naughten asked the Minister for Health the number of advanced paramedics who completed their training course in August 2011; the locations to which they were deployed; the numbers due to qualify in January 2012 and July 2012; the number enrolled in the course that has just commenced; the numbers who qualified from the last four courses; the locations to which they were deployed; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24581/11]

Nineteen advanced paramedics (APs) completed their training course in July 2011, including three students from previous courses who sat the undergraduate internship and assessment. These APs have been deployed to the following locations.

1 to the South East

6 to the South

1 to the West

3 to the North West

3 to Dublin Fire Brigade

2 to the East

1 to the Midlands

2 to the North East

A further 42 APs are due to qualify in January and July next year

The following table details the numbers and locations of APs who have qualified in the past and students who are currently training in the National Ambulance Service College.

It is important to note that candidates who successfully complete the first year of the course and exams are then required to undergo a postgraduate internship of one year before being fully qualified as APs.

Advanced Paramedic Training

Region

Course 10

Course 11

Course 12

Course 13

Course 14

Course 15

Qualified APs @ 2009

Finished Feb 2010

Finished July 2010

Finished Feb 2011

Finished July 2011

Commenced April 2011

Commenced Sept 2011

North East

17

3

0

1

2

0

4

North West

9

1

4

2

2

3

5

Midwest

20

3

1

0

0

0

3

West

16

0

0

2

0

3

1*

East

29

0

2

2

2

0

3

Midland

12

4

1

5

1

0

4**

South

13

4

3

3

5

1

3

South East

12

1

5

2

1

3

1

NAS College

8

1

0

0

0

0

0

DFB

23

2

2

2

3

2

0

Defence Forces

0

0

0

0

0

6

0

Total

159

19

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Hospital Waiting Lists

Bernard J. Durkan

Question:

485 Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Health if a hospital appointment will be arranged in the case of a person (details supplied) in County Kildare; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24589/11]

As this is a service matter, it has been referred to the Health Service Executive for direct reply.

Health Services

Aodhán Ó Ríordáin

Question:

486 Deputy Aodhán Ó Ríordáin asked the Minister for Health his plans to include free or discounted cleaning and scaling dental care for persons who are in receipt of the medical card; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24590/11]

In 2010 the HSE introduced a number of measures, including the suspension of prophylaxis treatment, to contain expenditure in the Dental Treatment Services Scheme (DTSS), which provides free dental services to medical card patients. Given the current difficult position of the public finances, the budget for the DTSS has been capped at the 2008 level of €63 million and it is not possible to expand the services currently being provided. The HSE will continue to monitor the operation of the DTSS to ensure the most beneficial, effective and efficient use of available resources.

Domestic Abuse

Catherine Murphy

Question:

487 Deputy Catherine Murphy asked the Minister for Health his strategy in relation to front line services to victims of domestic abuse; the number of refuge places available, by location, throughout the country; the funding provided to them in 2010 and 2011; if same is regarded as a front line service; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24597/11]

Cosc's National Strategy on Domestic, Sexual and Gender-based Violence 2010-2014 outlines Government priority actions to address domestic, sexual and gender-based violence. The HSE published its own Policy on Domestic, Sexual and Gender-based Violence and this policy dovetails into the National Strategy.

The HSE currently fund 20 Crisis Refuges with a Budget in 2010 of €10.5M.

The final outturn for 2011 is not available yet.

These refuges are located as follows:

HSE South 6 Refuges — Kilkenny, Kerry, Tipperary, Cork, Waterford, Wexford

HSE West 5 Refuges — Limerick, Galway, Ennis, Donegal, Mayo

Dublin North East 5 Refuges — Coolock, Dundalk, Drogheda, Meath, Blanchardstown

Dublin Mid Leinster 4 Refuges — Bray, Athlone, Rathmines, Tallaght

Regarding the number of refuge places available in each location I have asked the Health Service Executive to supply this information to me and I will forward it to the Deputy as soon as possible.

Catherine Murphy

Question:

488 Deputy Catherine Murphy asked the Minister for Health if his attention has been drawn to the fact that Teach Téarmainn the only specialised domestic violence service in County Kildare is unable to open the new publicly funded facility because the Health Service Executive has informed it that no funding will be provided for that purpose; if his further attention has been drawn to the fact that the levels of domestic violence are on the increase; in the absence of HSE funding the other means of funding that are available; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24598/11]

Teach Téarmainn is on the point of completing a major new capital development in Kildare. This development includes four self-contained apartments to be used as crisis accommodation for the victims of domestic violence. The capital aspects of this development were fully funded through the Department of Environment and Local Government.

Teach Téarmainn has recently approached the HSE with an application for revenue funding to operate this new development. The application includes a request for approximately €440,000 to be allocated on a recurring basis to cover the full year costs of operating the refuge.

The HSE reiterated its support for the project at that time. However, this new development was not included in the funding allocation for 2011 and, unfortunately, given the current financial position the HSE has no additional funds for allocation this year.

The HSE undertook to investigate potential avenues of funding for 2012 and this process is currently under way.

Hospital Services

Bernard J. Durkan

Question:

489 Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Health if outpatient physiotherapy care will be provided in the case of a person (details supplied) in County Kildare; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24603/11]

As the Deputy's question relates to service matters I have arranged for the question to be referred to the Health Service Executive for direct reply to the Deputy.

Hospitals Building Programme

Joan Collins

Question:

490 Deputy Joan Collins asked the Minister for Health when construction work will commence on the major new structure and extension to Sligo General Hospital which is intended to provide accommodation for accident and emergency, 57 surgical beds, the paediatrics department, the obstetrics department and intensive care and high dependence units; when the construction work will be completed; when it is expected that the new extension will become operational; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24635/11]

The management and delivery of the health capital programme is a service matter. Therefore your question has been referred to the Health Service Executive for direct reply.

Health Service Properties

Jerry Buttimer

Question:

491 Deputy Jerry Buttimer asked the Minister for Health the number of residential units, including bed and breakfast provision, rented or leased by the Health Service Executive on an annual basis in south Lee area; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24640/11]

Jerry Buttimer

Question:

492 Deputy Jerry Buttimer asked the Minister for Health if he will confirm for each of the five most recent calendar years the total annual amount of expenditure incurred by the Health Service Executive renting or leasing residential units, including bed and breakfast provision, in the south Lee area; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24641/11]

Jerry Buttimer

Question:

493 Deputy Jerry Buttimer asked the Minister for Health the reasons the Health Service Executive rents or leases residential units from private landlords; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24642/11]

I propose to take Questions Nos. 491 to 493, inclusive, together.

I have referred this matter to the Health Service Executive for Direct Reply.

Private Health Insurance

Olivia Mitchell

Question:

494 Deputy Olivia Mitchell asked the Minister for Health his plans for the Voluntary Health Insurance Board; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24653/11]

The Programme for Government provides for the VHI to remain in State ownership in order to provide a publicly-owned health insurance option when the new system of Universal Health Insurance (UHI) is introduced. As part of preparations for the introduction of UHI, I have consistently voiced my concerns about the dominance of the VHI in the private health insurance market and my intention to take action to address this. Earlier this year I appointed a consortium consisting of Goodbody Stockbrokers and Matheson Ormsby Prentice Solicitors to undertake a review of options for rebalancing the private health insurance market. The project has been completed and I am currently considering the consortium's report before deciding on next steps.

I am also very conscious of an imminent ruling by the European Court of Justice which will be announced by the Court on 29 September 2011. The case relates to the VHI derogation under the Third Non-Life Insurance Directive, which exempts VHI from the requirement to be authorised as an insurer by the Central Bank of Ireland. The ruling of the Court will have implications for the future status of the VHI and my Department has been working for some time on measures to prepare for the outcome, whatever that may be. I plan to discuss the matter with my colleagues in Government shortly and I will make a further statement once the ruling of the Court is known.

Hospital Services

Brendan Griffin

Question:

495 Deputy Brendan Griffin asked the Minister for Health if an explanation will be provided by the Health Service Executive regarding the reason a person (details supplied) in County Kerry did not receive adequate follow-up care; the action the HSE will take to remedy complications that have arisen since the operation as a result of the lack of follow-up care; if the HSE will guarantee the person that they will be treated with competence in future; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24654/11]

As this is a service matter, it has been referred to the HSE for direct reply.

National Treatment Purchase Fund

Brendan Griffin

Question:

496 Deputy Brendan Griffin asked the Minister for Health the way the average figure for the cost of a nursing home bed through the National Treatment Purchase Fund was decided; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24760/11]

The legislation underpinning the Nursing Homes Support Scheme requires all private nursing homes and Voluntary Nursing Homes which previously received funding under Section 39 of the Health Act 2004 to negotiate and agree a price for the cost of care with the National Treatment Purchase Fund (NTPF) should they wish to participate in the scheme. This is a necessary feature of the scheme due to the commitment by the State to meet the full balance of the cost of care over and above a person's contribution.

The National Treatment Purchase Fund (NTPF) has statutory responsibility for the negotiation of prices with private and voluntary nursing homes. The NTPF is independent in the performance of this function and, in carrying it out, it must ensure value for money for both the individual and the State. The NTPF negotiates with each nursing home individually and may examine the records and accounts of nursing homes as part of the process. This method of negotiation is necessary in order to ensure that the State obtains the best value for each individual in a nursing home and to comply with competition law.

Health Service Staff

Derek Keating

Question:

497 Deputy Derek Keating asked the Minister for Health the bonuses awarded to senior management and middle management in the Health Service Executive from 2007 to 2011 in tabular form. [24764/11]

Performance related payments in the Health Service Executive (HSE) are currently suspended. The last year in respect of which such payments were made by the Board of the HSE was 2007. A total of €1.5 million was paid for that year to 128 senior HSE managers such as the Chief Executive Officer, National Directors, Assistant National Directors and Hospital Network Managers. Details are set out in tabular form below.

2007

2008

2009

2010

2011

Number of Awards/Persons

128

0

0

0

0

Total cost of Awards

€1.5m

0

0

0

0

Compensation Tribunals

Eoghan Murphy

Question:

498 Deputy Eoghan Murphy asked the Minister for Health if, in view of his meeting with the Irish Thalidomide Association on 15 July 2011, he has made a decision as to whether by thalidomide will be included in the compensation tribunal process. [24772/11]

In accordance with the Programme for Government I met with both representative bodies of Irish survivors of thalidomide on Friday 15th July last. I listened to their proposals for additional health care supports and financial assistance. I undertook to consider their proposals and have further discussions with them. As soon as I have completed this consideration, I will be in touch with the Irish Thalidomide Association at an early date.

Care of the Elderly

Brendan Griffin

Question:

499 Deputy Brendan Griffin asked the Minister for Health if he is satisfied with the Health Service Executive plans for the provision of residential care for the elderly on the Iveragh Peninsula; if he will accept that the survival of Valentia Hospital is necessary for future residential care on the peninsula; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24799/11]

Valentia Hospital provides a range of services. With regard to long-term residential care, the legislation underpinning the Nursing Homes Support Scheme requires all private nursing homes and voluntary nursing homes which previously received funding under Section 39 of the Health Act 2004 to negotiate and agree a price for the cost of care with the National Treatment Purchase Fund (NTPF) should they wish to participate in the scheme. This is a necessary feature of the scheme due to the commitment by the State to meet the full balance of the cost of care over and above a person's contribution.

The NTPF has statutory responsibility for the negotiation of prices with private and voluntary nursing homes. The NTPF is independent in the performance of this function and, in carrying it out, it must ensure value for money for both the individual and the State. The NTPF negotiates with each nursing home individually and may examine the records and accounts of nursing homes as part of the process. This method of negotiation is necessary in order to ensure that the State obtains the best value for each individual in a nursing home and to comply with competition law.

Valentia Hospital can continue to have service level agreements with the HSE for services other than long-term residential care.

The HSE is continuing to engage with the Board of Management of the facility to support the process of decision making with regard to the future of the service. The HSE will support whatever decision the Board of Management makes and hopes to work closely with it to provide services in the area into the future in a sustainable manner.

Medical Cards

Billy Kelleher

Question:

500 Deputy Billy Kelleher asked the Minister for Health the number of medical cards that have been issued to persons over 70 years; the number of over-70-years medical cards that are reassessed on an annual basis; following reassessment of over-70-years medical cards that are withdrawn on an annual basis, the cost of the reassessment of over-70-years medical cards; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24862/11]

Billy Kelleher

Question:

501 Deputy Billy Kelleher asked the Minister for Health his plans to abolish the reassessment of issued over-70-years medical cards; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24863/11]

I propose to answer Questions Nos. 500 and 501 together.

The Health Service Executive has stated that 345,806 persons over-70-years now hold medical cards and that 224 hold GP Visit cards.

The Executive estimates that approximately 72,000 card holders in the over 70 age group are reviewed each year.

Data on the number of medical cards withdrawn on a yearly basis is not routinely collected by the Executive. The HSE does not disaggregate the cost of reviewing the over 70s scheme from the cost of other services provided by the Primary Care Reimbursement Services (PCRS). Schemes managed by PCRS currently include the over 70s Medical Card Scheme and the under 70s Medical Card Scheme; Drugs Payment Scheme; High Tech Drugs Scheme; Long Term Illness Scheme and payments to doctors, pharmacists, dentists and opticians contracted to provide these services.

The Executive has simplified the review/renewal process for over 70s medical cards where there has been no change in circumstances. In other circumstances, the case is reviewed in the normal way. However, the review process is an important quality assurance aspect of the management of the GMS. For this reason the HSE does not intend to abolish the review process for those persons whose circumstances have changed.

Health Services

Jack Wall

Question:

502 Deputy Jack Wall asked the Minister for Health when a person (details supplied) in County Kildare will receive a date for an operation; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24873/11]

As this is a service matter, it has been referred to the Health Service Executive for direct reply.

National Treatment Purchase Fund

Jack Wall

Question:

503 Deputy Jack Wall asked the Minister for Health if a person (details supplied) in County Wicklow will qualify to have an operation under the National Treatment Purchase Fund; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24877/11]

The National Treatment Purchase fund is not currently accepting direct referrals. Its role is being considered in the context of the development of the Special Delivery Unit which it will support. Furthermore, as this is a service matter, it has been referred to the Health Service Executive for direct referral.

Medical Cards

Pearse Doherty

Question:

504 Deputy Pearse Doherty asked the Minister for Health the reason for the delay in the processing of a medical card application in respect of a person (details supplied) in Dublin 22; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24879/11]

As this is a service matter it has been referred to the Health Service Executive for direct reply to the Deputy.

Ambulance Service

Simon Harris

Question:

505 Deputy Simon Harris asked the Minister for Health the number of ambulances serving an area (details supplied); the number of personnel assigned to each ambulance and the grade to which these personnel operate; his plans to improve the provision of this service; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24920/11]

As this is a service matter, it has been referred to the HSE for direct reply.

Water Fluoridation

Brian Stanley

Question:

506 Deputy Brian Stanley asked the Minister for Health if he has read the recent report by the EU Committee on Environmental and Health Risks into the scientific evidence around water fluoridation; if his attention has been drawn to the fact that this report has stated that water fluoridation poses some health risks for children; and his plans to end this practice. [24105/11]

The report of the EU Scientific Committee on Health and Environmental Risks (SCHER) was published in June of this year is report has not made any findings of negative health or environmental effects concerning fluoridation of water.

The SCHER Report states that a narrow margin exists in children between achieving the beneficial effects of fluoride in reducing dental decay and the potential adverse effect of dental fluorosis is true regardless of the source of fluoride, whether from water fluoridation or other sources, such as ingested toothpaste. It should be noted that dental fluorosis is a cosmetic or aesthetic condition which refers to the way teeth look and is generally easy to treat. It is in contrast to the treatment of tooth decay which may on occasion involve the use of general anaesthesia and hospitalisation.

The Irish Expert Body on Fluorides and Health advises that the balance of scientific evidence worldwide confirms that water fluoridation, at the optimal level, does not cause any ill effects and continues to be safe and effective in protecting the oral health of all age groups. There are no plans to discontinue the policy of fluoridation of public water supplies, which continues to make an effective contribution to oral health in Ireland.

Drugs Task Forces

Brian Stanley

Question:

507 Deputy Brian Stanley asked the Minister for Health if his attention has been drawn to the fact that cuts to regional and local drugs task forces were over and above those to his Department; and if he will guarantee their current levels of funding in future in order that they may continue their valuable work in communities. [24101/11]

Brian Stanley

Question:

508 Deputy Brian Stanley asked the Minister for Health if he will protect funding for Ballymun Drugs Task Force, Dublin; if he will protect funding for Finglas Drugs Task Force; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24100/11]

I propose to take Questions Nos. 507 and 508 together.

In excess of €30m has been made available to Local and Regional Drugs Task Forces in 2011, of which €1.2m has been allocated to Ballymun Local Drugs Task Force and €0.96m allocated to Finglas Cabra Local Drugs Task Force. This represents a reduction in the order of 2.7% on funding available in 2010. Funding for the Local and Regional Drugs Task Forces in 2012 will be determined in the context of the Estimates process, taking account of the need to protect front line services as far as possible.

Nursing Homes Support Scheme

Olivia Mitchell

Question:

509 Deputy Olivia Mitchell asked the Minister for Health the position regarding the fair deal scheme funding scheme; if any new applications are being funded as opposed to simply being processed; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24937/11]

Seán Kenny

Question:

519 Deputy Seán Kenny asked the Minister for Health the position regarding the fair deal scheme; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [25001/11]

I propose to take Questions Nos. 509 and 519 together.

The processing of approvals for financial support under the Nursing Homes Support Scheme was suspended for a month from May to June while an examination of funding was being carried out. However, the HSE has been issuing funding approvals again since the 13th June. Almost 1,700 people have been allocated funding since that date. The HSE is continuing to process applications within the funding limits available to the scheme and in accordance with the legislation.

The HSE intends to deal with those currently awaiting approval within the next month. This week, a further 900 funding approvals will be issued to applicants.

By the end of the year, the HSE intends that any delays in awarding funding will be eliminated. The situation will be closely monitored to ensure that funding is allocated as soon as it becomes available. It is anticipated that any delays will be resolved in the final quarter of 2011.

Mental Health Services

Caoimhghín Ó Caoláin

Question:

510 Deputy Caoimhghín Ó Caoláin asked the Minister for Health the action he will take to enhance services for persons with eating disorders; if his attention has been drawn to the fact that VHI and Aviva will not provide cover with regard to a centre (details supplied) in Dublin 13, which treats persons with eating disorders; his views regarding same; if his further attention has been drawn to the fact that the Health Service Executive has referred persons to this centre, although no funding is provided towards this treatment; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24938/11]

HSE services for people with eating disorders are embedded in the Community Mental Health Service and with Primary Care. Individuals with eating disorders frequently present to the primary care practitioner with complications of their condition and early intervention at this level greatly improves outcomes. The HSE has developed a Mental Health in Primary Care accredited training programme for primary care practitioners with Dublin City University with a view to enhancing the capacity of primary care to recognise, assess and treat a range of mental illnesses within the primary care setting.

Community based Adult Mental Health Services receive referrals from Primary Care and provide assessment and treatment to individuals with eating disorders; Child and Adolescent Mental Health Teams provide a similar role for their cohort of referrals. Where the individual's psychiatric or medical needs are more acute, in-patient admission is offered within the local psychiatric services or acute medical care where necessary.

The HSE can and has worked with service providers in the independent sector to provide specialised care, on an in-patient and/or an out-patient basis. In a limited number of cases, referrals to specialised eating disorder services in Dublin or the UK can be clinically recommended and supported in appropriate circumstances, subject to the necessary resources being available.

The situation with regard to services that are covered by private health insurance is that each private health insurance provider in the Irish Market, currently Aviva Health, Quinn Healthcare and VHI Healthcare, has the right to determine which health care providers they will cover for the benefit of their customers. The right to this determination is provided for in the Health Insurance Act 1994 (Minimum Benefit) Regulations, 1996. Health insurers operating in a commercial market may choose the providers they cover and it is a matter for each insurer to determine how much capacity in any particular area is required by them to deliver the services required by their members. The definition of "prescribed health services" in the 1996 Minimum Benefit Regulations excludes health services relating to eating disorders or weight reduction. Therefore there is no obligation on private health insurance providers to provide insurance cover for this type of treatment.

My Department does not have a role to play in relation to whether the insurers would cover the services offered by any particular provider.

Health Service Staff

Sean Fleming

Question:

511 Deputy Sean Fleming asked the Minister for Health the position regarding the recruitment of professional qualified social workers in the Health Service Executive area and especially those who understood that they will be offered a job but their employment was not proceeded with over the summer months; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24945/11]

The Employment Control Framework for the Health Sector exempts a number of grades, including Social Workers, from the moratorium on recruitment to maintain essential services. Since 25 June 2010 the Health Service Executive has filled a total of 457 social worker vacancies. These were to satisfy the recommendations of the Ryan report and to fill other vacancies caused by retirements, maternity leave, etc. This recruitment of Social Workers has resulted in a net increase of 212 WTE to 2,448 WTE at end-July 2011.

Currently, the HSE is processing a further 242 posts (62 of which are to address the recommendations of the Ryan report) as follows

70 — in the clearance process/awaiting permission to issue contracts

91 — at job offer stage (the clearance process has not begun)

81 — at earlier stages of the recruitment process

In July 2011, the HSE made the decision to pause recruitment in order to assist in addressing its difficult financial situation. Notwithstanding this pause, exceptions are still being made address critical service risk.

Appointments to State Boards

Joe McHugh

Question:

512 Deputy Joe McHugh asked the Minister for Health the names of the State boards whose membership are determined by his Department; the date on which each of these membership is due for renewal or appointment; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24960/11]

I appoint members to the Boards of the following bodies:

Body

An Bord Altranais

Beaumont Hospital Board

Board of the Adelaide and Meath Hospitals

Consultative Council on Hepatitis C

Dental Council

Drug Treatment Centre Board

Dublin Dental Hospital Board

Food Safety Authority of Ireland

Scientific Committee of the Food Safety Authority

Food Safety Consultative Council

Food Safety Promotions Board

Health and Social Care Professional Council

Health Information Quality Authority

Health Insurance Authority

Health Research Board

Health Service Executive

Hepatitis C and HIV Compensation Tribunal

Irish Blood Transfusion Service

Irish Medicines Board

Advisory Committee on Human Medicines (IMB)

Advisory Committee for Veterinary Medicines (IMB)

Leopardstown Park Hospital

Medical Council

Mental Health Commission

National Cancer Registry Board

National Council for the Professional Development of Nursing & Midwifery

National Haemophilia Council

National Paediatric Hospital Development Board

National Treatment Purchase Fund

Opticians Board

Pharmaceutical Society of Ireland Council

Poisons Council

Pre-Hospital Emergency Care Council

St. James’s Hospital Board

Voluntary Health Insurance

The terms of office for Board members is determined by the relevant legislation and is usually three or five years. Appointments are made when vacancies arise.

Hospital Services

Billy Kelleher

Question:

513 Deputy Billy Kelleher asked the Minister for Health when a person (details supplied) in County Cork will be receive an appointment; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24967/11]

As this is a service matter, it has been referred to the HSE for direct reply.

Medicinal Products

Seán Kyne

Question:

514 Deputy Seán Kyne asked the Minister for Health if consideration will be given to licence the cannabis derived medicine, Sativex, to alleviate the symptoms of multiple sclerosis and whose introduction into here is supported by MS Ireland. [24969/11]

Under the Misuse of Drugs Act 1977, the manufacture, production, preparation, sale, supply, distribution and possession of cannabis-based medicinal products are unlawful except for the purposes of research.

I am aware that claims have been made in respect of the possible health benefits of cannabis-based medicinal products such as Sativex for patients suffering from certain conditions such as Multiple Sclerosis. I am also aware that cannabis-based medicinal products may be legally prescribed in other countries. However, as the law currently stands, it is not possible for cannabis-based medicinal products to be prescribed by a medical practitioner in Ireland. However, my Department is examining the issues associated with applying controls, similar to those that apply to other controlled drugs that can be misused, such as morphine and methadone, to cannabis-based medicinal products to permit them to be prescribed and dispensed in Ireland.

Health Services

Seán Kyne

Question:

515 Deputy Seán Kyne asked the Minister for Health if emotionally unstable personality disorder is a condition which qualifies for treatment under the E 112 treatment abroad scheme; and if the decision to refuse treatment in the UK in the case of a person (details supplied) in County Galway will be reviewed in view of the seriousness of the illness. [24971/11]

As this is a service matter it has been referred to the Health Service Executive for direct reply to the Deputy.

Tobacco-Related Diseases

Seán Kyne

Question:

516 Deputy Seán Kyne asked the Minister for Health his views that separate policies for reducing the consumption of both legal and illegal cigarettes should be organised by the Health Service Executive and the Office of Tobacco Control, as 20 % of all cigarettes consumed are counterfeit. [24972/11]

Seán Kyne

Question:

517 Deputy Seán Kyne asked the Minister for Health the measures being taken to reduce the number of persons smoking legal and illegal cigarettes in view of the recently published research which shows that lung cancer is now the largest cause of cancer related deaths among women. [24973/11]

I propose to take Questions Nos. 516 and 517 together.

The Office of the Revenue Commissioners has responsibilities in the area of detection of counterfeit and contraband tobacco products. Smuggling cigarettes into Ireland is illegal and penalties prescribed in this regard reflect the gravity of such acts; however, policy with respect to the consumption of cigarettes is largely oriented towards reducing smoking — and it does not discriminate between the consumption of legal or illegal cigarettes. This is predicated on the fact that one in every two smokers will die from a tobacco-related disease — a stark fact that is central to the HSE's health education QUIT campaign aimed at encouraging smokers to quit; and in this regard, I share the Deputy's concern in relation to lung cancer deaths.

With regard to the Deputy's question on the measures being taken to reduce smoking, it seems appropriate to firstly reflect on the comprehensive range of tobacco control legislation that has been introduced in Ireland since 2002, particularly the successful implementation of the smoke-free initiative in 2004; the ban on the sale of packs of cigarettes of less than 20 in 2007; and the ban on in-store display and advertising and the introduction of the retail register in 2009. This comprehensive nature of our tobacco control legislation places Ireland in the top rank of countries internationally in this regard. Ultimately, the legislation further de-normalises smoking among children and will, I believe, reduce childhood initiation in the long term.

In addition to the HSE's QUIT campaign, other measures to encourage people to quite smoking include Nicotine Replacement Therapies (NRT) — which are available to medical card holders — and Smoking Cessation Services within the Health Service Executive that offer services in different areas. Specialist Smoking Cessation Counsellors are trained to deliver these services on full time, part time and sessional basis nationally. Health Promotion Departments within the HSE also offer an extensive programme of training that includes developing skills for health care practitioners to support people wishing to stop smoking; they also provide support to schools around the issue of smoking and substance misuse, and support to workplaces on developing smoking policies.

The HSE funds the National Smokers Quitline which, in conjunction with the Irish Cancer Society, provides a smoking cessation advice and support service. This provides the public with access to a telephone support service from a trained smoking cessation counsellor. Referral to local smoking cessation services can also be arranged and a quitting booklet is offered and sent out to all callers who request it.

Finally, there is a range of measures under consideration by the Tobacco Policy Review Group (TPRG) including price, enforcement of existing legislation and cessation services. I anticipate that the report of the TPRG will be completed in the coming months and that this will be brought to Government for decision.

Seán Kyne

Question:

518 Deputy Seán Kyne asked the Minister for Health if the Health Service Executive or Office of Tobacco Control have conducted research on the dangers of counterfeit cigarettes; his views on the necessity of conducting a public information campaign specifically outlining the increased danger associated with counterfeit cigarettes. [24974/11]

All tobacco products, whether legally produced or counterfeit are injurious to health. No specific research on the dangers of counterfeit cigarettes has been undertaken by the HSE or the Office of Tobacco Control, which was merged into the HSE in December, 2010.

The HSE has no direct function in relation to illicit tobacco trade which is primarily a matter for the Revenue Commissioners. However, my Department and the HSE support Revenue's Strategy On Combating the Illicit Tobacco Trade (2011- 2013). This multifaceted programme focuses on border and inland operations and internal distribution chains, and includes anti-smuggling initiatives, intelligence gathering and analysis, investigation and prosecution. In the period 2008 to 2010 the Irish Customs Service seized a total of 532 million cigarettes with an estimated retail value of €222 million representing just under 30,000 individual seizures.

The overwhelming majority of smokers in Ireland use legitimate tobacco products. The HSE's priority is to reduce the number of people smoking and de-normalise tobacco use in Irish society. The HSE recently undertook the QUIT campaign which highlighted that "1 in every 2 smokers will die of a tobacco related disease".

There is a range of measures under consideration by the Tobacco Policy Review Group (TPRG ) including price, enforcement of existing legislation and cessation services. I anticipate that the report of the TPRG will be completed in the coming months and that this will be brought to Government for decision.

Question No. 519 answered with Question No. 509.

Hospital Services

Seán Ó Fearghaíl

Question:

520 Deputy Seán Ó Fearghaíl asked the Minister for Health if he will direct the Health Service Executive to expedite a procedure in respect of a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [25005/11]

As this is a service matter, it has been referred to the Health Service Executive for direct reply.

Pádraig Mac Lochlainn

Question:

521 Deputy Pádraig Mac Lochlainn asked the Minister for Health his views on the situation in Malin Head, County Donegal, where the Health Service Executive have yet to avail of the fully revamped health clinic in the local community centre while they continue to use a prefab in the same area. [25010/11]

As this is a service matter it has been referred to the Health Service Executive for direct reply to the Deputy.

Hospital Records

Anne Ferris

Question:

522 Deputy Anne Ferris asked the Minister for Health if funding will be made available to the National Archives to preserve the records of psychiatric hospitals as highlighted in a recent television programme (details supplied); if these archives will receive statutory protection; if all archives for each hospital have been investigated; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [25047/11]

The allocation of funding for the National Archives is a matter for the Minister for Arts, Heritage and the Gaeltacht.

The maintenance and preservation of records held by hospitals is a matter for the Health Service Executive. I have asked the Executive to investigate the issue raised by the Deputy and to reply directly to her.

Under the National Archives Act, 1986 records held by my Department must be preserved, unless their disposal is authorised in writing by the National Archives of Ireland.

Departmental Expenditure

Robert Dowds

Question:

523 Deputy Robert Dowds asked the Minister for Health the amount of money spent producing Government reports in both Irish and English on a yearly basis. [25413/11]

The information requested by the Deputy is currently being collated within my Department and will be forwarded to him as soon as it is available.

Road Safety

Derek Keating

Question:

524 Deputy Derek Keating asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the steps he will take by ministerial regulation or legislation to address the growing practice of the sale of part worn tyres which may contribute to serious deficiencies in transport standards and may even contribute to road traffic accidents; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [25038/11]

While there is currently no legislation that explicitly bans the sale of second hand or part worn tyres, there is legislation in place governing the condition and standard of tyres. Statutory Instrument No. 5 of 2003 (Road Traffic (Construction and Use of Vehicles) Regulations) sets out the specific requirements with respect to tyre condition and tyre tread depth for vehicles. Specifically, it requires that a vehicle should not be used on a public road if:

the main grooves of the tread pattern of the tyre do not have a depth of at least 1.6 millimetres throughout a continuous band around the entire outer circumference of the tyre,

the tyre is not maintained in such condition as to be fit for the use to which the vehicle is being put or has a defect which might in any way cause damage to persons or damage to the surface of the road.

Furthermore, when undergoing the roadworthiness test all cars, goods vehicles and buses have their tyres inspected for tread depth, condition and the presence of European approval (E or e) marks. I have no proposals, at present, to introduce additional legislation in this regard.

Sports Capital Programme

Joe McHugh

Question:

525 Deputy Joe McHugh asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport if the sports capital programme will reopen; if he will provide information on same; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24412/11]

No decision has yet been made about the timing of further rounds of the Programme.

Rail Network

Thomas P. Broughan

Question:

526 Deputy Thomas P. Broughan asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport if he has received a business case from Iarnród Éireann in relation to the development of a DART link to Dublin Airport; his views on the project; the estimated cost and forecast patronage of the proposed link; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24504/11]

As Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport I have responsibility for policy and overall funding in relation to public transport. Following the establishment of the National Transport Authority (NTA) on December 2009, the implementation and development of infrastructure projects in the Greater Dublin Area (GDA), such as a DART link to Dublin Airport, comes under the remit of the NTA. I have recently received a copy of the preliminary business case that Iarnrod Eireann has submitted to the National Transport Authority in relation to the development of the DART link to Dublin airport. In compliance with the Department of Public Expenditure capital appraisal guidelines which require independent review of business plans, this plan is currently being reviewed by the NTA. It would not therefore be appropriate for me to comment on the business plan details until this process is complete.

In relation to Government policy on public transport investment, the comprehensive review of capital expenditure is currently underway. The level of funding available for public transport investment from 2012 to 2016 will be dependent on the outcome of this review which takes place against a background of new funding realities. A major consideration for transport investment over the next five years will be the need to prioritise funding to protect investment made to date and to maintain high safety standards.

In relation to the large public transport projects in the Dublin area, the availability of funding, both from the Exchequer and private sources, will be a key consideration in the capital review as will the contribution to transport objectives, including the potential to add value to existing services, and create employment. The outcome of the review should be available in the next few weeks.

Thomas P. Broughan

Question:

527 Deputy Thomas P. Broughan asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the status of the DART interconnector project; the measures being undertaken in relation to maintaining the DART Interconnector; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24505/11]

The level of funding available for public transport investment from 2012 to 2016 will be dependent on the outcome of the review of capital expenditure which is being overseen by the Minister for Public Expenditure and Reform. A major consideration for transport investment over the next five years will be the need to prioritise funding to protect investment made to date and to maintain high safety standards.

In relation to the large public transport projects in the Dublin area, such as DART Underground, the availability of funding, both from the Exchequer and private sources, will be a key consideration in the capital review as will the contribution to transport objectives, including the potential to add value to existing services, and employment creation potential.

The outcome of the review should be available in the next few weeks. Until the review is completed it would be premature for me to comment further in relation to individual projects.

Road Network

Finian McGrath

Question:

528 Deputy Finian McGrath asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport in view of the fact that a consultancy contract was put out to tender by the National Roads Authority to examine the introduction of multi-point tolling on a number of Ireland’s road networks, including the M50, his plans to introduce new toll charges; the way charges will be rolled out; the amount motorists will be charged; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24539/11]

As Minister for Transport, I have responsibility for overall policy and funding in relation to the national roads programme. The planning, design and implementation of individual national road schemes, including the M50, are matters for the National Roads Authority (NRA) under the Roads Acts 1993 to 2007, in conjunction with the local authorities concerned. In particular, the statutory power to levy tolls on national roads, to make toll bye-laws and to enter into toll agreements with private investors in respect of national roads is vested in the NRA under Part V of the Roads Act 1993 (as amended by the Planning and Development Act 2000 and the Roads Act 2007). I understand that the NRA has advertised for consultants to assist the Authority in relation to the running of existing tolling operations and to provide general advice on tolling options.

To date no decisions have been made in relation to future tolling strategy or the introduction of additional road tolls. Careful consideration will be given to the issues involved before any decisions are made.

Departmental Expenditure

Joan Collins

Question:

529 Deputy Joan Collins asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport if he will provide details of the successful projects funded by the smarter travel project fund in 2010, including the name of applicants, the level of funding provided and a summary of each project; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24629/11]

A short description of each of 31 projects that were approved under the Smarter Travel Project Fund early in 2010 is available at www.smartertravel.ie/Smarter-Travel-Project-Fund/Funded-projects. One further project, led by County Sligo Leader Partnership, which explores synergies and seeks opportunities to support the integration of transport services in Counties Sligo and Leitrim between the Rural Transport Programme, the Health Services Executive and the Irish Wheelchair Association, was approved later in the year and the web page is being updated to include this project.

The following payments were made in respect of projects under the Smarter Travel Projects Fund in 2010.

Grantee

Project

Paid 2010 €

Cork City Council

Cork Walks Development

50,000.00

Dept of Economics NUI Galway

Galway-Moycullen greenway feasibility

85.11

Dingle Cycling Club

Promotion of cycling

4,792.00

Dun Laoghaire Rathdown County Council

Cycleability review

32,948.30

Dun Laoghaire Rathdown County Council

Staff training

3,750.00

Dun Laoghaire Rathdown County Council

The Metals walking and cycling route

202,000.00

Dublin Cycling Campaign

Bikeability map

12,500.00

Dundalk Town Council

Walking and cycling to schools

21,250.01

Eircom

Integrating electric vehicles into their fleet

374,937.36

Fingal County Council

Skerries Balbriggan cycle route

126,389.62

Galway Chamber of Commerce

Cycle parking fund

17,239.13

Galway Chamber of Commerce

Workplace cycle champions

610.00

Galway Cycling Campaign

Cycling in Galway

27,282.28

IHT (AECOM)

Personalised Travel Plan pilot Raheen

35,000.00

Iompair Mhaigh Eo

Mayo, a Smarter Travel County

25,791.76

James Leahy

Now what? Remaking the modern suburb

11,955.72

Kerry Bicycle Festival

2 week festival

9,523.73

Laois Sports Partnership Ltd

Laois Smarter Travel

13,000.00

County Sligo Leader Partnership

Smarter Travel Sligo/Leitrim

112,553.59

Leitrim County Council

Cycleways Carrick-on-Shannon

577,004.12

Longford Local Sports Partnership

Cycle safe post primary training

4,290.00

Meath County Council

Stamullen Cycle lane

9,982.50

Meath Local Sports Partnership

Smarter Travel Meath

16,992.00

Roscommon Community Fora

Access to information and services

8,650.00

Sligo County Council

Modal shift visible approach

38,885.93

Tipperary Energy Agency

Eco-driving in local authority fleets

17,424.00

Tipperary Institute

Pro.motion plus

41,500.00

University College Cork

Campus bike

11,030.45

Westmeath County Council

Active Travel Mullingar

110,792.37

Question No. 530 withdrawn.

Frank Feighan

Question:

531 Deputy Frank Feighan asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the extent of subventions to Iarnród Éireann, Bus Éireann, Dublin Bus and public service obligation to all airports and other entities of any for 2010; and if not, the same for 2009. [24650/11]

Exchequer subvention paid in respect of Public Service Obligation services to the CIÉ companies for 2009 and 2010 is as follows:

2009

2010

Iarnród Éireann

€170.624m

€155.137m

Bus Éireann

€49.365m

€45.039m

Bus Átha Cliath

€83.199m

€75.682m

Subvention in relation to PSO air services to regional airports, as paid to the relevant contracted airline, is set out in the following table. The contract year for the PSO air service during the period in question was from 21 July to 22 July each year.

Contract Amounts, per contract year

Route

Jul 08 to Jul 09

Jul 09 to Jul 10

Jul 10 to Jul 11

Galway/Dublin

€3,271,344

€3,314,239

€3,430,810

Kerry/Dublin

€1,750,000

€1,750,000

€546,575

Sligo/Donegal/Dublin

€5,378,689

€5,639,552

€5,906,329

Knock/Derry/ Dublin

€3,837,595

€4,336,272

€4,476,736

€14,237,628

€15,040,063

€14,360,450

The Sligo/Donegal and Knock/Derry routes were operated under a combined contract. The PSO Contract in respect of the Kerry/Dublin route ceased with effect from 13 November 2010.

Road Network

Dominic Hannigan

Question:

532 Deputy Dominic Hannigan asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the position regarding the Slane bypass; when the completion date is envisaged; if there has been a reduction in the costing of the project; the amount that has been spent on the project to date; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24759/11]

As Minister for Transport, Tourism & Sport, I have responsibility for overall policy and funding in relation to the national roads programme. The planning, design and implementation of individual road projects is a matter for the National Roads Authority (NRA) under the Roads Acts 1993 to 2007 in conjunction with the local authorities concerned.

Within its capital budget, the assessment and prioritisation of individual roads projects is a matter in the first instance for the NRA in accordance with Section 19 of the Roads Act. Noting the above position, I have referred the Deputy's question to the NRA for direct reply. Please advise my private office if you don't receive a reply within 10 working days.

Éamon Ó Cuív

Question:

533 Deputy Éamon Ó Cuív asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the position regarding the progress made in relation to the provision of a Galway city outer bypass; if he intends to provide for this bypass in the revised national development plan; if a decision has been made on this matter; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24786/11]

As Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport, I have responsibility for overall policy and funding in relation to the national roads programme. The planning, design and implementation of individual national road projects, including the N6 Galway City Outer Bypass, are matters for the National Roads Authority (NRA) under the Roads Acts 1993 to 2007 in conjunction with the local authorities concerned.

Within its capital budget, the assessment and prioritisation of individual projects is a matter in the first instance for the NRA in accordance with Section 19 of the Roads Act.

As the Deputy is aware, a comprehensive review of capital spending is now underway, the results of which will form the basis of the new National Development Plan. This process is expected to be completed over the coming weeks.

Rail Network

Robert Dowds

Question:

534 Deputy Robert Dowds asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport his views on withdrawing the rail order for metro west unless he plans to implement the project in order to remove the need for an An Bord Pleanála oral hearing on the subject next month; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24933/11]

I am currently considering the appropriate balance to be struck between funding for construction and for planning and design, in the context of the forthcoming National Development Plan, and I will shortly be providing clarity to the various transport agencies in that regard.

Road Network

Catherine Murphy

Question:

535 Deputy Catherine Murphy asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the cost per vehicle that he is obliged to pay to the private company which operates the M3 Dublin — Navan motorway; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24936/11]

As Minister for Transport, I have responsibility for overall policy and funding in relation to the national roads programme. The implementation of individual national road projects, including the M3, is a matter for the National Roads Authority (NRA) under the Roads Acts 1993 to 2007.

In particular, the statutory power to levy tolls on national roads, to make toll bye-laws and to enter into toll agreements with private investors in respect of national roads is vested in the NRA under Part V of the Roads Act 1993 (as amended by the Planning and Development Act 2000 and the Roads Act 2007).

Noting the above position, I have referred the Deputy's question to the NRA for direct reply. Please advise my private office if you don't receive a reply within 10 working days.

Catherine Murphy

Question:

536 Deputy Catherine Murphy asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport further to Parliamentary Question No. 55 of 6 July 2011, if he will renegotiate the commitments that the previous Government entered into in 2007 in respect of a roads investment package for Northern Ireland to take account of changed economic circumstances here; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24939/11]

As outlined in my reply to Parliamentary Question No. 55 of 6th July 2011, in the context of the March 2007 agreement between the Irish and British Governments on a funding package to support the restored Northern Ireland Executive, the Irish Government made a commitment to provide funding for a roads investment package for Northern Ireland to contribute to the upgrading of the A5 road from Aughnacloy to Derry/Londonderry to dual-carriageway status.

As the Taoiseach recently indicated, the Government remains committed to the upgrade of the A5 road in the context of the North West Gateway Initiative designed to develop the economic potential of the North West.

Swimming Pool Projects

Tony McLoughlin

Question:

537 Deputy Tony McLoughlin asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport if consideration will be given for grant assistance towards the upgrade of the Sligo town base swimming pool. [24947/11]

Following discussions between my Department and the City and County Managers Association Community Social and Economic Committee, Minister Varadkar and I approved an initiative whereby grant aid towards the upgrading of energy and water conservation measures as well as disabled access enhancement, to a maximum total of €400,000, would be provided for Local Authority swimming pools.

This is not a new round of the Local Authority Swimming Pool Programme or a general refurbishment scheme for swimming pools.

An expression of interest was received in the Department from Sligo County Council on 1 June 2011 on behalf of Sligo Regional Sports Centre to upgrade the energy, water and enhanced disabled access. On 7 July the Department wrote to all local authorities, including Sligo County Council, to produce a more detailed application for funding by 29 July 2011.

A submission on behalf of Sligo Regional Sports Centre was received in the Department from Sligo County Council. This was assessed for a grant in accordance with the terms and conditions of the initiative, subject to the amount of funding available in the Department`s Local Authority Swimming Pool Programme subhead.

Unfortunately the Department did not have sufficient funds available to fund the Sligo Regional Sports Centre pool under this initiative. However if further funding becomes available in the short term the application will be reconsidered.

Appointments to State Boards

Joe McHugh

Question:

538 Deputy Joe McHugh asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the names of the State boards whose membership are determined by his Department; the date on which each of these memberships is due for renewal or appointment; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24965/11]

The information requested by the Deputy is set out in the table. For the sake of clarity I have included details of ex officio and employee directors. I have also indicated when the consent of the Minister for Finance is required for any particular appointment.

Members of Boards under the aegis of the Department of transport as at 20 September 2011

Road Transport

National Roads Authority

Board Member

Date of Expiry/Renewal

Is Minister for Finance Approval Required?

Mr. Peter Malone (Chairperson)

10/02/2012

No

Mr Fred Barry

06/03/2015

No

David O’Connor

26/06/2012

No

James Donlon

07/03/2012

No

Colm Lonergan

14/12/2011

No

Eric Fleming

14/12/2011

No

Clifford Kelly

13/07/2012

No

Ms Anne Butler

31/10/2012

No

Professor Margaret O’Mahony

31/10/2012

No

Ms Jacqueline Cross

28/02/2013

No

Robert Rowan

08/07/2013

No

Vacancy

N/A

No

Medical Bureau of Road Safety

Board Member

Date of Expiry/Renewal

Is Minister for Finance Approval Required?

Professor Cecily Kelleher (Chairperson)

31/03/2012

No

Dr. Niall McNamara

31/03/2012

No

Professor Denis Cusack

30/06/2012

No

Mr. Philip Joyce

31/03/2012

No

Mr. Declan Hayes

31/03/2012

No

Road Safety Authority

Board Member

Date of Expiry/Renewal

Is Minister for Finance Approval Required?

Mr. Gay Byrne (Chairperson)

13/09/2016

No

Mr. Aaron McHale

13/09/2014

No

Ms Aine Cornally

13/09/2014

No

Ms Myra Garrett

13/09/2014

No

Mr Edward Rock

13/09/2016

No

Mr Sean Finan

13/09/2016

No

Dr Aine Carroll

13/09/2016

No

Mr Ronan Melvin

13/09/2016

No

Vacancy

N/A

No

Vacancy

N/A

No

Vacancy

N/A

No

Public Transport

Bus Átha Cliath (BÁC)

Board Member

Please indicate Ministerial Appointees

Date of Expiry/Renewal

Is Minister for Finance Approval Required?

Kevin Bonner (Chairman)

Yes

28/06/2014

No

Mary Mooney

Yes

17/05/2012

No

Arnold O’Byrne

Yes

31/05/2012

No

Nuala Maher

Yes

01/06/2012

No

Grainne Ahern (nee Tuke)

Yes

01/06/2012

No

Una McGrath

Yes

14/03/2013

No

Bill McCamley

Worker Director

30/11/2012

No

Willie McDermott

Worker Director

30/11/2012

No

Ms Marian McGennis

Yes

07/03/2014

No

Bus Éireann (BÉ)

Board Member

Please indicate Ministerial Appointees

Date of Expiry/Renewal

Is Minister for Finance Approval Required?

Paul Mallee (Chairman)

Yes

28/06/2014

No

Vacancy

Yes

N/A

No

Vacancy

Yes

N/A

No

John Griffin

Yes

17/05/2012

No

Susan Donohoe

Yes

14/03/2013

No

Bill McCamley

Worker Director

30/11/2012

No

John Moloney

Worker Director

30/11/2012

No

Tom Hussey

Yes

02/12/2013

No

Mr. Micheál Ó Faoláin

Yes

20/02/2014

No

Iarnród Éireann (IÉ)

Board Member

Please indicate Ministerial Appointees

Date of Expiry/Renewal

Is Minister for Finance Approval Required?

Phil Gaffney (Chairman)

Yes

28/06/2014

No

Vacancy

Yes

N/A

No

Cliff Perry

Yes

17/05/2012

No

Michael Giblin

Yes

17/05/2012

No

Dearbhalla Smyth

Yes

17/05/2012

No

Ms Laetitia Baker

Yes

14/02/2013

No

Mick Cullen

Worker Director

30/11/2012

No

John Moloney

Worker Director

30/11/2012

No

Paul McGarry SC

Yes

07/03/2014

No

National Transport Authority

Board Member

Please indicate Ministerial Appointees

Date of Expiry/Renewal

Is Minister for Finance Approval Required?

Mr. John Fitzgerald (Chairperson)

Yes

30/11/2014

No

Mr. Gerry Murphy (CEO)

(ex officio)

30/11/2014

No

Mr. John Tierney (Dublin City Manager)

(ex officio)

30/11/2014

No

Ms Linda Saunders

Yes

30/11/2014

No

Dr. Berna Grist

Yes

30/11/2014

No

Mr. Frank King

Yes

30/11/2014

No

Mr. Damian Usher

Yes

30/11/2014

No

Ms Valerie O’Reilly

Yes

14/03/2014

No

Ms Margaret O’Shaughnessy

Yes

30/11/2014

No

Mr. Jim Deegan

Yes

30/11/2014

No

Hugh Creegan

(ex officio)

N/A

No

Mr. Daithi Alcorn

Yes

30/11/2014

No

Railway Procurement Agency (RPA )

Board Member

Please indicate Ministerial Appointees

Date of Expiry/Renewal

Is Minister for Finance Approval Required?

Mr. Frank Allen (CEO)

No

05/08/2012

No

Mr. Ciaran Mac Samhrain

Yes

26/11/2012

No

Mr. David O’Connor

Yes

26/06/2012

No

Ms Jacqueline Cross

Yes

28/02/2013

No

Mr. Tom Wall (Chairman)

Yes

18/04/2012

No

Vacancy

Yes

N/A

No

Mr. Pearse O’Hanrahan

Yes

23/11/2013

No

Vacancy

Yes

N/A

No

Railway Safety Advisory Council

Board Member

Please indicate Ministerial Appointees

Date of Expiry/Renewal

Is Minister for Finance Approval Required?

Mr John Power (Chairperson)

Yes

11/05/2013

No

Ms Audrey Bradley

Yes

11/05/2013

No

Vacancy

Yes

N/A

No

Mr. Peter Cuff

Yes

11/05/2013

No

Ms Mary Dorgan

Yes

11/05/2013

No

Ms Kay Doyle

Yes

11/05/2013

No

Dr. Dermot Dwyer

Yes

11/05/2013

No

Ms Phil Lewis Farrell

Yes

11/05/2013

No

Ms Maria Kyte

Yes

11/05/2013

No

Mr. Dermot O’Leary

Yes

11/05/2013

No

Mr. Peter Rigney

Yes

11/05/2013

No

Mr. Paul Scully

11/05/2013

No

Ms Pauline Walsh

Yes

11/05/2013

No

Vacancy

Yes

N/A

No

Advisory Committee to the National Transport Authority

Board Member

Please indicate Ministerial Appointees

Date of Expiry/Renewal

Is Minister for Finance Approval Required?

Pat Byrne (Chairperson)

Yes

31/12/2011

No

Frank Moore

Yes

31/12/2011

No

Peter Rogers

Yes

31/12/2011

No

Christopher Humphrey

Yes

31/12/2011

No

Ciaran Ayward

Yes

31/12/2001

No

Vacancy

Yes

N/A

No

Michael Kilcoyne

Yes

31/12/2011

No

Vacancy

Yes

N/A

No

Donie O’Shea

Yes

31/12/2011

No

John Rice

Yes

31/12/2011

No

Douglas Jordan

Yes

31/12/2011

No

Vacancy

Yes

N/A

No

Michael Rowland

Yes

31/12/2011

No

Derek McGovern

Yes

31/12/2011

No

Brian Killeen

Yes

31/12/2011

No

Mr. Al Ryan

Yes

31/12/2011

No

Cornelius McIntyre

Yes

31/12/2011

No

Kathleen Diamond

Yes

31/12/2011

No

Air Transport

Dublin Airport Authority plc

Board Member

Please indicate Ministerial Appointees

Date of Expiry/Renewal

Is Minister for Finance Approval Required?

Vacant (Chairperson)

Yes

N/A

Yes

Declan Collier (CEO)

Yes

03/04/2012

Yes

Sir Michael Hodgkinson

Yes

06/11/2011

Yes

Peter Barrett

Yes

30/11/2011

Yes

Bill Cullen

Yes

06/11/2011

Yes

Marie O’Connor

Yes

06/11/2011

Yes

Gerry Walsh

Yes

31/12/2011

Yes

Gerard Collins

Yes

06/11/2012

Yes

Brian O’Connell

Yes

31/12/2011

Yes

Barry Nevin

Worker Director

01/10/2014

Yes

Michael Lenane

Worker Director

01/10/2014

Yes

Mary McCabe

Worker Director

01/10/2014

Yes

Thomas Guilfoyle

Worker Director

01/10/2014

Yes

Shannon Airport Authority plc

Board Member

Please indicate Ministerial Appointees

Date of Expiry/Renewal

Is Minister for Finance Approval Required?

Brian O’Connell (Chairperson)

Yes

31/12/2011

Yes

Ray Gray

Yes

31/12/2011

Yes

Olivia Loughnance

Yes

31/12/2011

Yes

Patrick Blaney

Yes

31/12/2011

Yes

Mary Fitzgerald

Yes

31/12/2011

Yes

Vincent Cunnane

Yes

31/12/2011

Yes

Mark Nolan

Yes

31/12/2011

Yes

Joe Buckley

Worker Director

31/12/2011

Yes

Audrey Costello

Worker Director

31/12/2011

Yes

Cork Airport Authority plc

Board Member

Please indicate Ministerial Appointees

Date of Expiry/Renewal

Is Minister for Finance Approval Required?

Gerry Walsh (Chairperson)

Yes

31/12/2011

Yes

Pat Keohane

Yes

31/12/2011

Yes

Oliver Cussen

Yes

31/12/2011

Yes

Don Cullinane

Yes

31/12/2011

Yes

Humphrey Murphy

Yes

31/12/2011

Yes

Dick Lehane

Yes

31/12/2011

Yes

Annette McNamara

Yes

31/12/2011

Yes

Tony O’Connell

Worker Director

31/12/2011

Yes

Eric Nolan

Worker Director

31/12/2011

Yes

Irish Aviation Authority

Board Member

Please indicate Ministerial Appointees

Date of Expiry/Renewal

Is Minister for Finance Approval Required?

Eamonn Brennan

Yes

7/09/2015

Yes

Anne Nolan Chairperson

Yes

12/06/2014

Yes

Claire O’ Donoghue

Yes

09/01/2012

Yes

Peter G. Ledbetter

Yes

12/11/2012

Yes

Rosheen McGuckian

Yes

22/06/2013

Yes

Pat Dalton

Yes

29/11/2013

Yes

Lorraine Burke

Yes

29/11/2013

Yes

Mr Geoffery O’Byrne-White

Yes

09/12/2014

Yes

Vacancy

Yes

N/A

Yes

Maritime Transport

Marine Casualty Investigation Board

Board Member

Please indicate Ministerial Appointees

Date of Expiry/Renewal

Is Minister for Finance Approval Required?

Mr. John G O’Donnell (Chairperson)

Yes

29/06/2012

No

Mr. Tom Power

Yes

29/06/2012

No

Ms Sinead Brett

Yes

29/06/2012

No

Mr. Jurgen Whyte

Secretary General appointee

31/10/2012

No

Mr. Brian Hogan

Ex-officio

31/10/2012

No

Following the enactment of the Harbours Amendment Act 2009, there is provision for only 8 Board members to the Port Companies

Port of Cork Company

Board Member

Please indicate Ministerial Appointees

Date of Expiry/Renewal

Is Minister for Finance Approval Required?

Dermot O’Mahony (Chairperson)

Yes

12/06/2012

Yes

Alan Coleman MCC

Yes

12/06/2012

Yes

Dominic J Daly

Yes

12/06/2012

Yes

PW Fenton

Yes

12/06/2012

Yes

Finbarr Buckley

Yes

12/06/2012

Yes

Paul Millard

Employee (Elected)

04/10/2012

No

David Doolan

Employee (Elected)

04/10/2012

No

Cllr. John Kelleher

Local Authority

24/03/2012

No

Mr Brendan Keating CEO

ex-offico

N/A

No

Drogheda Port Company

Board Member

Please indicate Ministerial Appointees

Date of Expiry/Renewal

Is Minister for Finance Approval Required?

Dr Nino Binns (Acting Chairperson July 2011)

Yes

19/06/2013

Yes

Ms Gail McEvoy

Yes

01/06/2015

Yes

Michael Coyle

Yes

12/06/2012

Yes

Willie Lennon

Yes

12/06/2012

Yes

David Prior

Yes

12/06/2012

Yes

Cllr. Jimmy Cudden

Local Authority

26/03/2012

No

Mr Paul Fleming CEO

ex-officio

N/A

No

Vacant

Yes

N/A

Yes

Dublin Port Company

Board Member

Please indicate Ministerial Appointees

Date of Expiry/Renewal

Is Minister for Finance Approval Required?

Lucy McCaffrey (Chairperson)

Yes

23/12/2014

Yes

Jerry Kiersey

Yes

12/06/2012

Yes

Ms Emer Finnan

Yes

21/02/2016

Yes

Mr Pat Magner

Yes

12/06/2012

Yes

Brian Kerr

Yes

12/06/2012

Yes

Charles Rochfort

Employee (Elected)

18/09/2012

No

John Moore

Employee (Elected)

18/09/2012

No

Mr. Eamonn O’Reilly CEO

Ex Officio

N/A

No

Dun Laoghaire Harbour Company

Board Member

Please indicate Ministerial Appointees

Date of Expiry/Renewal

Is Minister for Finance Approval Required?

Sean Costello (Chairperson)

Yes

12/06/2012

Yes

Gerry Nagle

Yes

12/06/2012

Yes

Cllr. Victor Boyhan

Yes

12/06/2012

Yes

Eithne Scott Lennon

Yes

12/06/2012

Yes

Betty Coffey

Yes

12/06/2012

Yes

Patrick Cowhey

Yes

12/06/2012

Yes

Cllr. Jane Dillon Byrne

Local Authority

19/04/2012

No

Cllr. Carrie Smyth

Local Authority

19/04/2012

No

Seighin Lennon

Employee (Elected)

03/12/2012

Don McManus

Yes

28/04/2014

Yes

Mr Gerry Dunne

ex-officio

N/A

No

Shannon Foynes Port Company

Board Member

Please indicate Ministerial Appointees

Date of Expiry/Renewal

Is Minister for Finance Approval Required?

Kay McGuinness (Chairperson) -

Yes

24/09/2011

Yes

Rita McInerney

Yes

24/09/2011

Yes

Edmund Jennings

Yes

24/09/2011

Yes

Michael Adams

Yes

24/09/2011

Yes

John Carr

Yes

24/09/2011

Yes

Dick Sadlier

Yes

24/09/2011

Yes

Cllr. David Naughton

Local Authority

26/03/2012

No

Cllr. Kieron O’Hanlon

Local Authority

26/03/2012

No

Cllr. Pat Keane

Local Authority

26/03/2012

No

Gerard Reidy

Employee (Elected)

28/08/2012

No

Joe Treacy

Employee (Elected)

28/08/2012

No

Mr Pat Keating CEO

Ex-Officio

N/A

No

Port of Waterford Company

Board Member

Please indicate Ministerial Appointees

Date of Expiry/Renewal

Is Minister for Finance Approval Required?

Michael Flynn (Chairperson)

Yes

06/04/2014

Yes

Fiona Ormond

Yes

06/04/2014

Yes

Derek Donnolly

Yes

06/04/2014

Yes

Noreen McDonnell

Yes

06/04/2014

Yes

Patrick Murphy

Yes

06/04/2012

Yes

Maurice Lonergan

Yes

06/04/2012

Yes

Mr Pat Heffernan

Employee (Elected)

05/05/2015

No

Mr Stan McIlvenny CEO

ex-officio

N/A

No

Galway Harbour Company

Board Member

Please indicate Ministerial Appointees

Date of Expiry/Renewal

Is Minister for Finance Approval Required?

Paul Carey (Chairperson)

Yes

12/06/2012

Yes

Mairead Cosgrave

Yes

12/06/2012

Yes

Tom McElwain

Yes

12/06/2012

Yes

Marie Cleary

Yes

12/06/2012

Yes

John McNamara

Yes

12/06/2012

Yes

Robert Molloy

Yes

03/03/2013

Yes

Cllr. Ollie Crowe

Yes

22/11/2014

Yes

Mr Eamon Bradshaw CEO

ex-officio

N/A

No

New Ross Port Company

Board Member

Please indicate Ministerial Appointees

Date of Expiry/Renewal

Is Minister for Finance Approval Required?

Mark Minihan (Chairperson)

Yes

12/06/2012

Yes

Cllr. Joan Murphy

Yes

12/06/2012

Yes

Tom Clarkin

Yes

12/06/2012

Yes

Martin Murphy

Yes

12/06/2012

Yes

Vacant

Yes

N/A

Yes

Rosie Kehoe

Yes

10/03/2012

Yes

Capt. Luke Foley CEO

ex-officio

N/A

No

Mr Des Moloney

Yes

15/09/2015

Yes

Wicklow Port Company

Board Member

Please indicate Ministerial Appointees

Date of Expiry/Renewal

Is Minister for Finance Approval Required?

Fachtna Whittle (Chairperson)

Yes

12/06/2012

Yes

Brendan Newsome

Yes

12/06/2012

Yes

Roy Conway

Yes

12/06/2012

Yes

Ray Tumulty

Yes

12/06/2012

Yes

Stephen Kearon

Yes

12/06/2012

Yes

Ken Lauder

Yes

12/06/2012

Yes

Charlie Byrne

Yes

12/06/2012

Yes

Kitt Dunne

Employee (Elected)

12/06/2012

No

Capt. John Barlow CEO

ex-officio

N/A

No

Arklow Harbour Commissioners

Board Member

Please indicate Ministerial Appointees

Date of Expiry/Renewal

Is Minister for Finance Approval Required?

Mr Paddy Mordaunt (Chairperson)

Yes

06/10/2014

No

Ms Irene Sweeney

Yes

06/10/2014

No

Mr Austin Gaffney

Elected

06/10/2014

No

Mr James Roche

Elected

06/10/2014

No

Cllr. Pat Fitzgerald

Wicklow CC nominee

06/10/2014

No

Cllr. Nicky Kelly

Wicklow CC nominee

06/10/2014

No

CLLR. Peter Dempsey

Arklow Town Council

30/11/2010

No

CLLR. Donal O’Sullivan

Arklow Town Council

06/10/2014

No

Mr James Tyrrell

Chamber of Commerce

06/10/2014

No

Mr Lorcan O’Toole

Chamber of Commerce

06/10/2014

No

Councillor Tommy Annesley

Yes

06/10/2014

No

Baltimore & Skibbereen Harbour

Board Member

Please indicate Ministerial Appointees

Date of Expiry/Renewal

Is Minister for Finance Approval Required?

Mr Joe Carroll (Chairperson)

Yes

06/10/2014

No

Mr Vincent O’Driscoll

Yes

06/10/2014

No

Mr Michael Harte

Yes

06/10/2014

No

Mr Dermot Sheehy

Yes

06/10/2014

No

Mr Con Minehane

Yes

06/10/2014

No

Cllr. Karen Coakley

Skibbereen Town Council

06/10/2014

No

CLLR. Brendan McCarthy

Skibbereen Town Council

06/10/2014

No

Cllr. Adrian Healy

Cork County Council

06/10/2014

No

Cllr. Christopher O’Sullivan

Cork County Council

06/10/2014

No

Bantry Bay Harbour

Board Member

Please indicate Ministerial Appointees

Date of Expiry/Renewal

Is Minister for Finance Approval Required?

Mr David Shields

Elected

06/10/2014

No

Mr Michael Hennebry (Chairperson)

Elected

06/10/2014

No

Mr Eugene Cronin

Bantry Town Council

06/10/2014

No

Mr Diarmuid Murphy

Bantry Town Council

06/10/2014

No

Cllr. Mary Hegarty

Cork County Council

06/10/2014

No

Mr Mario Minehane

Chamber of Commerce

06/10/2014

No

Mr Patrick Murphy

Cork County Council

06/10/2014

No

Mr Aiden McCarthy

Chamber of Commerce

06/10/2014

No

Ms Kathleen Tessyman

Yes

06/10/2014

No

Mr. Timmy Sullivan

Yes

06/10/2014

No

Mr Vivian O’Callaghan

Yes

06/10/2014

No

Kinsale Harbour Commissioners

Board Member

Please indicate Ministerial Appointees

Date of Expiry/Renewal

Is Minister for Finance Approval Required?

Mr Billy Lynch

Kinsale Town Council

06/10/2014

No

Mr Tony Cierans

Kinsale Town Council

06/10/2014

No

CLLR. Kevin Murphy

Cork County Council

06/10/2014

No

CLLR. Alan Coleman

Cork County Council

06/10/2014

No

Mr Eamonn O’Neill

Elected

06/10/2014

No

Mr Frank Kiernan

Elected

06/10/2014

No

Mr Tony Lane (Chairperson)

Yes

06/10/2014

No

Mr Michael Frawley

Yes

06/10/2014

No

Mr Pat Guilfoyle

Yes

06/10/2014

No

Tralee and Fenit Commissioners

Board Member

Please indicate Ministerial Appointees

Date of Expiry/Renewal

Is Minister for Finance Approval Required?

Ms Norma Foley

Yes

06/10/2014

No

Mr Mike Moriarty

Yes

06/10/2014

No

Mr Denis Doolan

Yes

06/10/2014

No

Brian O’Sullivan (Chairperson)

Tralee Chamber of Commerce

06/10/2014

No

Mr Dermot Crowley

Tralee Chamber of Commerce

06/10/2014

No

Cllr. Máiréad Fernane

Tralee Town Council

06/10/2014

No

Cllr. Dan Galvin

Tralee Town Council

06/10/2014

No

Cllr. Jim Finucane

Kerry County Council

06/10/2014

No

Cllr. Pat McCarthy

Kerry County Council

06/10/2014

No

Mr Liam O’Sullivan

Elected

06/10/2014

No

Mr. Vincent Locke

Elected

06/10/2014

No

Tourism

National Tourism Development Authority (Fáilte Ireland)

Board Member

Please indicate Ministerial Appointees

Date of Expiry/Renewal

Is Minister for Finance Approval Required?

Mr. Redmond O’Donoghue (Chairperson)

Yes

27/05/2013

No

Ms Susan Bergin

Yes

27/05/2014

No

Ms Gina Murphy

Yes

27/05/2015

No

Dr. Mary Coveney

Yes

27/05/2014

No

Mr. Oliver Daniels

Yes

27/05/2013

No

Mr Noel Kavanagh

Yes

27/05/2015

No

Mr. Kevin Dundon

Yes

27/05/2014

No

Mr. Frankie Sheahan

Yes

27/05/2015

No

Ms Marguerite Howley

Yes

27/05/2014

No

Mr. Brian Hughes

Yes

27/05/2013

No

Mr. Ciaran O’Gaora

Yes

27/05/2015

No

Ms Catherine Reilly

Yes

27/05/2013

No

Ms Eithne Scott-Lennon

Yes

27/05/2013

No

Sports

Irish Sports Council (ISC)

Board Member

Please indicate Ministerial Appointees

Date of Expiry/Renewal

Is Minister for Finance Approval Required?

Mr. Kieran Mulvey (Chairman)

Yes

16/09/2015

No

Mr. Brian Mullins

Yes

14/01/2013

No

Mr. Colm Brennan

Yes

23/04/2013

No

Mr. Daniel Owens

Yes

23/04/2013

No

Ms Susan Ahern

Yes

16/09/2014

No

Ms Frances Kavanagh

Yes

16/09/2014

No

Vacant

Yes

16/09/2014

No

Ms Sheila O’Flanagan

Yes

16/09/2014

No

Mr. John byrne

Yes

16/09/2014

No

Ms Ginny Elliot

Yes

16/09/2014

No

Mr. Jim Glennon

Yes

16/09/2014

No

National Sports Campus Development Authority (NSCDA)

Board Member

Please indicate Ministerial Appointees

Date of Expiry/Renewal

Is Minister for Finance Approval Required?

Dan Flinter (Chairperson)

Yes

31/12/2011

No

John Treacy *

Yes

31/12/2009

No

Pat Hickey *

Yes

31/12/2009

No

Tom Kiernan *

Yes

31/12/2009

No

Sean Benton *

Yes

31/12/2010

No

William Attley *

Yes

31/12/2010

No

Miriam O’Callaghan *

Yes

31/12/2010

No

Arthur O’Brien *

Yes

31/12/2010

No

Christy O’Connell

Yes

31/12/2011

No

Caroline Murphy

Yes

31/12/2011

No

Sean Donnelly

Yes

31/12/2011

No

Bernadette Cronin

Yes

31/12/2011

No

Vacancy

Yes

N/A

No

* The term of office of seven members of the National Sports Campus Development Authority has expired but they continue to hold office under section 9(8) of the National Sports Campus Development Act, 2006 which provides that “Notwithstanding subsections (5) to (7), an ordinary member of the Authority appointed under subsection (2) shall, unless he or she sooner dies, becomes disqualified for, resigns or is removed from office, hold office until the Minister appoints a person to replace that person as such a member of the Authority”.

Road Safety

Gerry Adams

Question:

539 Deputy Gerry Adams asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the number of fatalities that have been recorded as a result of accidents in the vicinity of Beauliew Cross, Drogheda, County Louth, in each of the past five years. [24993/11]

Gerry Adams

Question:

540 Deputy Gerry Adams asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the number of serious road accidents in County Louth in the past year. [24994/11]

Gerry Adams

Question:

541 Deputy Gerry Adams asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the available statistics on fatal accidents in County Louth, including the location of fatal accidents. [24995/11]

I propose to take Questions Nos. 539 to 541, inclusive, together.

Collection, analysis and dissemination of statistics in relation to road traffic collisions is a matter for the Road Safety Authority (RSA). I have requested the RSA to respond to the specific aspect of the Deputy's questions. If you have not received a response within ten days, please contact my office.

Departmental Expenditure

Robert Dowds

Question:

542 Deputy Robert Dowds asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the amount of money spent producing Government reports in both Irish and English on a yearly basis. [25418/11]

To date in 2011, my Department has spent approximately €5,259 on Irish translation fees.

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