Office of Public Works

Office of Public Works

In accordance with the Freedom of Information Act, I wish to request access any record which assesses / recommends payment or refund (or recommends non-payment or non-refund) of education fees in respect of any single training / education course undertaken by a member of staff in your Department/ Office (including staff serving abroad) which cost more than €3,000 per annum in the years 2023 and 2024.

Office of Public Works

The Office of Public Works is the owner of the former Garda Station, at Churchground, Kilgarvan, County Kerry which is held as Plan 12 on the attached folio KY20945. - The property is currently being ussd as a centre for local CE Schemes for the community of Kingarvan. There is a 20-metre-high lattice communications mast on the site of the former Garda Station (the Mast) Vodafone are currently transmitting from the Mast I wish to make an AIE request as follows: 1. Please confirm who is the owner and /or operator of the Mast; 2. Please confirm what other operators other than Vodafone are trasmitting from the Mast; 3. Please confirm if TETRA are operating from the Mast, or wheather they hold current licencing rights over the Mast. 4. Please confirm what area of the Mast is available for operators to share space, including heights above ground level that such space in available; 5. Please confirm wheather the OPW have been contacted in the past 24 months by any operators seeking to obtain space for lelecommunications antenna/equipment on the Mast, and the identiy of such operators. Please provide all records of such correspondence.

Office of Public Works

I wish to make a request as follows: Roscommon County Council ("the Council") is currently developing a project in relation to flood relief at Lough Funshinagh, County Roscommon ("the proposed project") • Please provide all correspondence between the OPW (including Junior Minister O'Donovan and his Office) and the Council in relation to the proposed project. • Please provide all records, internal memoranda, meeting invites, meeting minutes, and internal correspondence in relation to the proposed project. *The time period for this request is 1 July 2023 to date.

Office of Public Works

Please provide the following information under the Freedom of Information act 2014. 1. All correspondence between OPW and the Minister O'Donovan regarding Castletown House and parkland since 1st January 2023 to date.

Office of Public Works

Correspondences to/from OPW upper Management regarding costs owed for the works carried out on Sept 11th in relation to the construction of a carpark in the meadow of Castletown. The corresponding invoices/receipts showing all costs for works until Sept 11th when work was stopped by peaceful community protests. Correspondence to OPW upper management stating work commenced at the grounds of Castletown on Sept 11th in relation to the carpark. This correspondence should be from those parties involved in the carpark construction or development.

Office of Public Works

A copy of the case and desist document provided to OPW in relation to accessing Castletown House from the M4 side of the grounds. This document was issued after August 2023.

Office of Public Works

I make this request under the Freedom of Information Acts. I refer to previous FOI request FOR- 0099-2023,I have discussed the request with Anne Cotterell and have decided to break up the request and submit new requests at intervals. With reference to the Greath Heath Common County Laois, In particular reference to the Abitration Settlement dated 3rd February 2017 between the Heath Commoners and the Heath Golf Club ,I request any plans,maps ,mapping points memos created since then by OPW or the Golf Club and submitted to OPW to show the boundaries of the golf course. Any correspondence from the Golf Club to OPW to deviate from or amend any of the terms of settlement since February 2017. Any correspondence from the Golf Club relating to the storage of timber and branches on the lands. All memos ,correspondence etc between Golf Club and OPW relating to new lease/licence created since 2017. This request relates to Portlaoise and Head office files.

Office of Public Works

‘I request the following information from the Office of Public Works (OPW), under the European Communities (Access to Information on the Environment) Regulations 2007 to 2018, records of all submissions received for the public consultation held between July 5th 2023 and August 16th 2023 on the proposed Keel River (Lough Carra/Mask Complex SAC) enhancement works at Knocknakillew, Ballinrobe, Co. Mayo.’

Office of Public Works

Under the FOI Act 2014, I am seeking the following: - copies of any records held referring or relating to access or opening hours for visitors to Grianan of Aileach. This request to cover the period 1 Jan 2023 to date. I would prefer to receive this information electronically, ideally in its original electronic format.

Office of Public Works

Based on FOI 124-2023, Under the Freedom of Information Act 2014, I am seeking the release of all records relating to the purchase of Dowth Hall demesne now that the purchase process is complete and the land is in State ownership. This should include, but is not limited to, records of any briefing material, reports, a copy of the business case, cost-benefit analysis, sanction or approval documents, presentations and correspondence related to the purchase. I also request any letters, emails, text messages, WhatsApp messages, memos, notes, reports, draft reports and any other relevant records that were created, sent or received related to the purchase. I would prefer to receive this information electronically, preferably in its original format. If you feel that the request is too broad, or that it may not be possible to respond to this request in a reasonable time, please contact me at this email address and inform me of how I can refine my request.

Office of Public Works

I wish to make a request under the Freedom of Information Act for all records of communication between the OPW and Revenue officials and Revenue mgt regarding discontinuing parking in Lower Castle Yard, Dublin Castle

Office of Public Works

I request documents which define the construction details of the Ukrainian rapid delivery 3D volumetric accommodation module units. Below are some specific requests. Please provide details of all the materials used in the walls of the modular units including drawings, appropriate sections through the walls and specifications. 2. Please provide specific details on the steel used in the modules including sizing,type, spacings, with drawings and specifications. 3.Please provide details of protective coatings applied to the structural steel work. And any quality assurance procedures which were observed to ensure that the minimum standards were achieved and checked. 4.How is the steelwork in the walls of the modular units protected from water ingress? Please provide details including drawings and quality assurance procedures,photographs etc to ensure this was achieved. 5.Was there design life prediction studies undertaken? if so please provide. And what environmental conditions were considered? 6.Please provide details of the thermal insulation used in the walls including, drawings and appropriate sections through the wall

Office of Public Works

I am applying under the Freedom of information act 2014 for the following: A copy of any documents or correspondence regarding the tender process employed in the procurement of Traffic Management Services by the OPW on Lime Avenue in Castletown House, Celbridge, Co. KILDARE, in 2023. If no tender process was employed, please provide me with any documents or correspondence regarding the procurement of the Traffic Management Service.

Office of Public Works

I am applying under the Freedom of information act 2014 for the following: A copy of any documents or correspondence regarding the tender process employed in the plan to build a roadway and car park by the OPW in the meadow in Castletown House, Celbridge, Co. KILDARE, in September 2023. If no tender process was employed, please provide me with any documents or correspondence regarding the procurement process for the plan to build the car park.

Office of Public Works

I am applying under the Freedom of information act 2014 for the following: A copy of any documents or correspondence between the OPW and Killross or Springfield - the new owners of land at Castletown House - regarding the refusal by the new owners to allow OPW staff to access Castletown House by vehicle through the M4 entrance.

Office of Public Works

I wish to make a request under the Freedom of Information Act for all records relating to the decision to compile and issue the recent public survey in respect of Castletown House and all records relating to the drafting of this survey.

Office of Public Works

The correspondence from OPW upper management requesting the traffic management SOP which was kindly provided through FOI last week. The correspondence to OPW upper management containing the traffic management SOP which was kindly provided through FOI last week. Correspondence reflecting the owner/writer of the traffic management SOP which was kindly provided through FOI last week. Correspondence reflecting/confirming the implementation date of the Traffic management SOP.

Office of Public Works

I am applying under the Freedom of Information act 2014 for the following: The cost of the traffic management company on a weekly basis since it's commencement in 2023 and the projected cost under the current contract in 2024. Also the cost of security for the house and parkland specifically the increased cost since losing access to the carpark at the N4.

Office of Public Works

I wish to make a request for the following records held by the Office of Public Works under the Freedom of Information Act: Emails sent by Bookselling Ireland to the Office of Public Works regarding "introduction of delivery charge for government publications", sent between Sep 1 2023 and Dec 31 2023, as outlined on the lobbying register: https://www.lobbying.ie/return/104093/bookselling-ireland

Office of Public Works

Correspondences between SIPTU and OPW upper management stating the reason(s) for SIPTU Staff not attending work at Castletown House. The reason(s) should be relevant to attendance at work currently and not when the peaceful community protests began in Sept 2023. Correspondences confirming the number of SIPTU staff employed in Castletown House. Correspondence from/to OPW upper management stating the reason(s) for non union Staff not attending work at Castletown House. The reason(s) should be relevant to attendance at work currently.

Office of Public Works

I am applying under the Freedom of Information act for the following information. A copy of The traffic impact assessment as requested by KCC, from the OPW in relation to the request sent by Mr. George Willoughby regarding the proposed temporary carpark at Castletown House. (Letter dated 24 August 2023). Please confirm if this information was provided. I also request under FOI the Autotrak Analysis with the Layout Plan Drawings demonstrating access and egress to and from the public road and the manoeuvrability of these vehicles

Office of Public Works

The following request is made under the FOI Act 2014. Can you please send me communications both written and electronic, from OPW management to the OPW staff working in Castletown Estate for the months of August, September and October of this year, 2023, relating to car parking at and access to Castletown Estate?

Office of Public Works

I am requesting the following under the Freedom of information act 2014. In the OPW Business Case of 2022 figures are given, for the number of people visiting Castletown parkland. Please provide the figures for 2022 and 2023. Please provide under the FOI act 2014 the number of pedestrians that entered Castletown via Lime Avenue. If times are available please provide these too. The number of people and vehicles that entered via N4 access. Also Batty Langley entrance.

Office of Public Works

In accordance with the Freedom of Information Act 2014, I wish to make a request for all documents, plans and correspondence in relation to any changes or attempts to make a change to the interior and the exterior of the Oireachtas Library and Reading Room over the last 10 years. As part of this request, please include any proposals or other communications made regarding changes in the use of or alterations to the Oireachtas Library and Reading Room over the last 10 years. Please also include any adaptations, proposals or communications made by the Houses of the Oireachtas Commission and its offices to the OPW over the last 10 years. Also include: Please include all records and documentation that the OPW has access to in relation to the issues listed above going back 10 years. Any communications whether internal or external regarding approvals and permissions that the OPW received to make changes to the interior of the Oireachtas Library and Reading Room in Leinster House, including the design, walls, and flooring. Leinster House (including the former art college building) is included on the Record of Protected Structures (Ref. 4198) under the Dublin City Development Plan 2016-2022. Any and all meeting notes that related to the issues raised above.

Office of Public Works

In accordance with the Freedom of Information Act 2014, I wish to make a request for all of the OPW’s internal communications (including emails, messaging app records, etc) regarding the FOI Request ---- made by Robert Dunne on 13th of December 2023. The OPW responded to this FOI request decision letter to FOI-0136-2023

Office of Public Works

Under the FOI Act 2014 I request all records since 2019 in relation to the disposal and sale of the former Garda station in Goleen, Cork (eircode: p81 yk02) including drafts. I wish to receive records electronically.

Office of Public Works

Correspondence from upper management and supporting documents assigning Lime Avenue, Castletown House as pedestrian, with limited exception, when the M4 entrance opened.

Office of Public Works

Risk assessments/audits carried out on Lime Avenue, Castletown House in relation to either pedestrians or vehicles prior to the risk assessment dated 11.12.23.

Office of Public Works

All correspondences between KCC and OPW upper management regarding planning the development of the car park in the meadow at Castletown House, Celbridge, Co. Kildare. This relates to the carpark that was attempted on September 11th, 2023 and any future carpark on the Castletown Estate. Minutes where the carpark which was attempted on Sept 11th was discussed. Minutes discussing any future carpark on Castletown Estate.

Office of Public Works

All correspondence to/from OPW upper management and attachments discussing the recent securing/blocking of the OPW boundary at the M4 side of Castletown House. This should include the reasons for blocking the boundary, including but not limited to the use of Kelly blocks and fencing.

Office of Public Works

Minutes where securing/blocking access at the OPW entrance on the M4 side of the estate were discussed. Including but not limited to the discussion of Kelly Blocks and fencing. The notice given to the public for placement of Kelly blocks and fencing at the M4 side of the estate. If no notice was given to the public please provide the correspondence to/from OPW upper management discussing communication with the public on the matter.

Office of Public Works

Concerns raised by staff to OPW upper management regarding vehicles on Lime Avenue since Q2 2023. Copies of Traffic management contractor sign-in sheets since Sept. 11th 2023. A copy of this sign in sheet was provided in the traffic management SOP kindly provided through FOI previously.

Office of Public Works

Correspondences and attachments discussing the reason for permanently locking the OPW gate (this gate has a narrow opening for pedestrians to walk through but is unaccessible to our most vulnerable cohorts such as wheelchair users and buggies) at the M4 side of the estate. Minutes of meetings discussing the reason(s) for permanently locking the OPW gate at the M4 side of the estate.

Office of Public Works

I wish to make a request under the Freedom of Information Act for all the agendas and all the minutes relating to all meetings that have taken place to date of the Working Group established by Minister O'Donovan in respect of Castletown House.

Office of Public Works

I am submitting this Freedom of Information request under the FOI Act 2014. This shall run in parallel with my current, related FOI request. I would like to request the following information regarding the construction of the Leinster House bike shed, which was approved and funded by the OPW: Authorisation Records: Copies of any records, documents, or emails that indicate which officials or representatives of the OPW authorised or signed off on the budget, design, and construction of the bike shed at Leinster House. Decision-Making Process: Meeting minutes, project memos, or internal correspondence that document the discussions and decision-making process for approving the bike shed’s budget and design. Approval Documentation: Copies of any official sign-off documents, approvals, or authorisations for the project, including the date and the name and position of the person who provided final approval. I believe that the disclosure of this information is in the public interest, as it pertains to the expenditure of public funds and the accountability of public officials in the management of state resources.

Office of Public Works

I wish to make a request under the Freedom of Information Act for all records of communication between the OPW and SIPTU regarding staff driving to work at Castletown House and also staff parking there.

Office of Public Works

I request under the FOI Act 2014, copies of all submissions/observations made to the OPW concerning the proposed scheme by any group or organisation including 1. local Cashen drainage committee 2. Inland Fisheries 3. NPWS 4. The Department of the Environment 5. any other submissions by individuals or organisations I also request confirmation of the date of these submissions and the date they were received in the Office of Public Works

Office of Public Works

I am submitting a request under the Freedom of Information Act 2014, for a copy of all records and the full text of presentations and briefings made to the Board f Management of Oberstown Detention Centre, Lusk, Co. Dublin, relating to a proposal to erect modular homes for Ukrainian families at Oberstown, Lusk. The presentations and briefings are believed have been made by officials from the Office of Public Works and the Department of Children, Equality, Disability, Integration & Youth during Quarter 4, 2023, between late October and early December 2023.

Office of Public Works

I'd like to request access to the following records under the Freedom of Information Act: i) Records of deer culls in Phoenix Park during 2021, 2022 and 2023, to include the date of the cull, the number and type of deer culled, revenue generated through the sale of carcasses from each cull, the purchaser of the carcasses, and the name of the sniper(s) engaged to carry out each cull. ii) Records of the current stock of deer in Phoenix Park, and the stock of deer in Phoenix Park at the beginning of 2021. iii) Records relating to deer that died in road accidents or in other circumstances during 2021, 2022 and 2023. iv) The total amount paid to snipers for carrying out deer culls in Phoenix Park during 2021, 2022, 2023 - a cumulative figure in order to negate any concerns regarding commercial sensitivity.

Office of Public Works

I wish to make a request under the Freedom of Information Act for the following: -All correspondence between OPW and the Traffic Management Company (which works on Lime Avenue) which occurred prior to the engagement of that company by OPW, -All correspondence between OPW and the Traffic Management Company (which works on Lime Avenue) which occurred since the engagement of that company by OPW to date, -a copy of any procurement document in relation to the engagement of the above mentioned Traffic Management Company by OPW, and -a copy of all correspondence relating to the duration of the contract between OPW and the above mentioned Traffic Management Company to date.

Office of Public Works

I wish to make a request under the Freedom of Information Act for the following regarding security companies contracted by the OPW for Castletown House: All correspondence between OPW and all security companies which were contracted by OPW at Castletown House since the sale of the lands and car- park (to a private developer) to date, A copy of any procurement document in relation to the engagement of the above mentioned security companies by OPW. A copy of all correspondence relating to the duration of the contract between OPW and the above mentioned companies to date. A copy of expected traffic numbers on Lime avenue daily.

Office of Public Works

I wish to make a request under the Freedom of Information Act for all correspondence between OPW and the coffee shop (Brambles) from April 2023 to the closure of the coffee shop. In particular all correspondence leading up to the closure of the coffee shop

Office of Public Works

In accordance with section 12 of the Freedom of Information Act 2014, I wish to request access to the following records/details: - All communications between OPW and the owners of lands adjacent to Castletown House (M4 motorway access point entrance to Castletown House) regarding retaining access and car-parking for members of the public between 10th September 2023 and the day ending 22nd December 2023. Searches of any mobile phones, relevant private email addresses and/or messaging services should be considered when processing this request. - Internal correspondence between all OPW officials regarding the same between the same dates

Office of Public Works

I wish to make a request under the Freedom of Information Act for all records relating to the decision to change access on the pedestrianised Lime Avenue to vehicular access.

Office of Public Works

I wish to make a request under the Freedom of Information Act for all records surrounding the decision to place a speed limit of 10 Kilometres per hour on the pedestrianised Lime Avenue and all records relating to the risk assessment carried out that determined this speed of 10 Kilometres per hour.

Office of Public Works

under the Freedom of Information Act requesting all documentation relating to the establishment of the Working Group in relation to Castletown House.

Office of Public Works

am applying under the Freedom of Information Legislation for all correspondence between Ms. Katie Morrisroe and Ms. Rosemary Collier concerning the Business case submitted to DPER to purchase the lands at Castletown House Celbridge. This business case specifically states. "None of the existing pedestrian entrances are suitable for vehicular access" "The Celbridge gate entrance was once used for vehicle access, but would NOT be appropriate now" Please provide under FOI how this fact has changed? How is a pedestrian entrance now deemed appropriate for vehicles? This business case was submitted and approved by the above OPW

Office of Public Works

Under the Freedom of Information Act I would like to ascertain: When the culvert under the M8 motorway at Point X was installed. If there was a Section 50 Application made to the OPW prior to the installation of the culvert seeking their approval. Was there an assessment done of the catchment upstream of the culvert to estimate the run off, and what arrangements were made in relation to the discharge to the culvert into an open channel on the downstream side? There was an open channel/stream connecting Culverts X and Y. Was there any analysis carried out of the open channel or stream in relation to its capacity as part of the analysis done over the Section 50 Application? Did the Section 50 Application also involve the installation of the culvert at Point Y on the local road – the L3071. It should be noted that we have done a similar type FOI to Tipperary County Council, and I enclose copy of their response of even date. You might note from their response that they appear to have no information in relation to any Section 50 Application for either culverts – X or Y. I enclose a map of the 2 culverts – the 1.2m diameter culvert at Point X which is the culvert under the motorway and the second culvert of the same diameter marked Point Y which goes under a local access road – the L3071. We understand the culverts were constructed between March 2006 and July 2008 and believe they were constructed during the earlier part of the period to enable the haul road and earthworks to proceed for the construction of the M8

Office of Public Works

Under the AIE Regulations, I am seeking the following: -a copy of any requests received by the OPW for refurbishment or renovation of any part of Áras an Uachtaráin in the period 1 Jan 2022 to date. - a copy of any condition or inspection reports carried out by the OPW on the fabric/condition of Áras an Uachtaráin during the same period

Office of Public Works

Under the Freedom of Information Act 2014, I would like to request: The total number of deer killed during culls in the Phoenix Park in (i) 2022 and (ii) 2023 The total number of deer culls conducted in Phoenix Park in (i) 2022 and (ii) 2023 A copy of all documents that relate to these culls, to include information on how the culls were conducted, how the carcasses were disposed of, etc.