Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 17 November 2020
124. Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Public Expenditure and Reform the analysis undertaken by his Department to establish the capacity of the OPW to undertake the functions and remit of the Land Development Agency; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [36704/20]
Amharc ar fhreagraThe Land Development Agency (LDA) and its functions and responsibilities are policy matters for the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage in the first instance.
While I am not aware of any analysis undertaken by my Department in relation to any potential role for the Office of Public Works in relation to the remit of the LDA, I must highlight that the role and remit of the OPW is very different to the proposed role of the LDA. The OPW is a government agency, that delivers public services for flood protection, managing government properties/accommodation for government departments and civil servants, and maintaining historic heritage sites and associated services.
The OPW also provides technical advice to various clients such as the Courts Service, An Garda Síochána and other Government Departments in relation to their buildings and work programmes, including advice on energy usage and conservation, sustainability, fire safety, accessibility, conservation, and safety and health in construction.
