Departmental Properties

Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 20 September 2017

Wednesday, 20 September 2017

Questions (203)

Louise O'Reilly

Question:

203. Deputy Louise O'Reilly asked the Minister for Public Expenditure and Reform the level of rent being paid for the Department of Health's new headquarters (details supplied). [39366/17]

Written answers

Minister of State at the Department of Public Expenditure and Reform

The acquisition of Block 1 of Miesian Plaza is part of OPW’s strategy to acquire modern, energy efficient properties that allow for more efficient open plan working environments, the latter being a key part of the ongoing office rationalisation programme for the State’s office portfolio. The project is well advanced and will provide office accommodation for the headquarters of the Department of Health, Department of Children and Youth Affairs and accommodation for other Government departments. When completed, the building will provide accommodation for over 950 staff.

The apportioned rental cost for the office space allocated to the Department of Health within Miesian Plaza is €3,312,467 per annum.