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Seanad: Credit Institutions (Eligible Liabilities Guarantee) (Amendment) Scheme 2010: Motion (29 Sep 2010)

Martin Mansergh: The Deputy's party is not according a pairing arrangement so that does not apply, unfortunately.

Seanad: Credit Institutions (Eligible Liabilities Guarantee) (Amendment) Scheme 2010: Motion (29 Sep 2010)

Martin Mansergh: I will hear Senators out.

Seanad: Credit Institutions (Eligible Liabilities Guarantee) (Amendment) Scheme 2010: Motion (Resumed) (29 Sep 2010)

Martin Mansergh: It has been the standard EU extension for a number of states. I mentioned this.

Seanad: Credit Institutions (Eligible Liabilities Guarantee) (Amendment) Scheme 2010: Motion (Resumed) (29 Sep 2010)

Martin Mansergh: We are following the standard, is the answer to the question.

Seanad: Credit Institutions (Eligible Liabilities Guarantee) (Amendment) Scheme 2010: Motion (Resumed) (29 Sep 2010)

Martin Mansergh: On 21 September.

Seanad: Credit Institutions (Eligible Liabilities Guarantee) (Amendment) Scheme 2010: Motion (Resumed) (29 Sep 2010)

Martin Mansergh: It was on the bottom of page 5.

Seanad: Credit Institutions (Eligible Liabilities Guarantee) (Amendment) Scheme 2010: Motion (Resumed) (29 Sep 2010)

Martin Mansergh: At the bottom of page 5.

Seanad: Credit Institutions (Eligible Liabilities Guarantee) (Amendment) Scheme 2010: Motion (Resumed) (29 Sep 2010)

Martin Mansergh: I thank all the Senators who contributed to the debate and acknowledge the spirit in which they spoke. It is perfectly legitimate to make critical points, as that is the essence of debate in a democratic House. As the financial crises unfolded in the past two years, it became clear that solutions to the serious problems facing the international banking system would not be achieved overnight....

Written Answers — Flood Relief: Flood Relief (8 Jul 2010)

Martin Mansergh: As the Deputy will be aware, the Government allocated €68.3 million for flood risk management activities for 2010 with €50 million allocated for Capital Works related items. This increased allocation for Capital Works will allow OPW to extend the number of flood relief schemes already underway throughout the country. Within the overall allocation, I also announced an increase for Minor...

Written Answers — Flood Relief: Flood Relief (8 Jul 2010)

Martin Mansergh: In total, €68.326m was allocated to the Office of Public Works (OPW) for 2010 for measures to reduce flood risk throughout the country, including works to river channels. This increased allocation has allowed OPW to continue with and expand its programmes for flood relief activities. Approximately €16.8m will be spent by the OPW this year in discharging its statutory responsibility for...

Written Answers — Departmental Properties: Departmental Properties (8 Jul 2010)

Martin Mansergh: The Commissioners of Public Works on behalf of the Department of Finance are responsible for management of property under Sections 28,29,30 and 31 of the State Property Act. As a result of companies being dissolved either voluntarily or as a result of being struck off the Companies Register, the assets of the company become vested in the Minister for Finance. The Minister for Finance can, if...

Written Answers — Departmental Properties: Departmental Properties (8 Jul 2010)

Martin Mansergh: The Commissioners of Public Works on behalf of the Department of Finance are responsible for management of property under Sections 28,29,30 and 31 of the State Property Act As a result of companies being dissolved, either voluntarily or as a result of being struck off the Companies Register, the assets of the company become vested in the Minister for Finance. The Minister for Finance can, if...

Written Answers — Flood Relief: Flood Relief (8 Jul 2010)

Martin Mansergh: A draft final report in relation to flooding on the Clare River, including the Caherlea and Lisheenvalla areas, was submitted by the study consultants on 25 June. The draft report is currently being examined by the Joint Office of Public Works and Galway County Council Working Group and it is expected that it will be finalised next week. I expect to receive the conclusions of the Working...

Order of Business (8 Jul 2010)

Martin Mansergh: Not according to the Labour Party.

Seanad: Commission of Investigation (Banking Sector) Order 2010: Motion (8 Jul 2010)

Martin Mansergh: Last January the Minister for Finance set out in the Dáil a framework of investigation into the problems that arose in the Irish banking sector. He stated a comprehensive understanding of the events that took place in the banking sector in recent times was an essential component of recovery. He noted that, as a Government and Members of the Oireachtaqs, we had a duty to ensure not only...

Seanad: Commission of Investigation (Banking Sector) Order 2010: Motion (8 Jul 2010)

Martin Mansergh: I thank Senators for agreeing to the motion which obviously was the subject of substantial discussion between the parties. On Senator Twomey's remarks, there are many who would like to see outcomes, to put it tactfully, to the work of the Director of Corporate Enforcement, the Garda Síochána and so on. Certainly, what we are establishing will not interfere with this, but, equally, the...

Written Answers — Architectural Heritage: Architectural Heritage (7 Jul 2010)

Martin Mansergh: Doe Castle, Co Donegal has been in State ownership since 1932. Programmes of works have been carried out on the castle from the 1960s culminating with an extensive programme of conservation works between 1996 and 2002. The grounds of Doe Castle are opened daily (7 days) by the Caretaker between 09.30a.m and 6.00p.m. During the months of June, July, August and September the door to the tower...

Written Answers — Departmental Properties: Departmental Properties (7 Jul 2010)

Martin Mansergh: Having regard to the properties listed in the reply to Parliamentary Question No. 115 of 30th June 2010 on Ground Rent payable, the attached report schedules the Landlords to whom the State pays Ground Rent for the properties concerned and the associated annual rent in each case. A property will appear more than once in the report where multiple Ground Rents apply. COUNTY CAVAN...

Written Answers — Flood Relief: Flood Relief (7 Jul 2010)

Martin Mansergh: I propose to take Questions Nos. 130 and 131 together. The Catchment Flood Risk Assessment and Management (CFRAM) Programme under the direction of the Office of Public Works, will develop a comprehensive plan for the management of flood risk for the River Shannon including tributaries such as the River Suck. OPW, at present, is in the process of procuring consultants to undertake the CFRAM...

Written Answers — Flood Relief: Flood Relief (7 Jul 2010)

Martin Mansergh: The first phase of the Clonmel Flood Relief scheme (Clonmel West) is now substantially complete. The second phase comprising of the Clonmel North and East schemes has just been confirmed by the Minister for Finance, and the Office of Public Works is in the process of finalising the procurement of a Civil Engineering Contractor for this second phase. Provision has been made in OPW's budget for...