Office of Public Works
FOI Requests — 1736 requests
- Part-GrantedReceived —Decided —Office of Public Works
The amount of revenue that would be generated in each OPW heritage site in the years 2017 and the first 5 months of 2018 in tabular form.
- GrantedReceived —Decided —Office of Public Works
Copies of any correspondence between OPW and An Garda Siochana relating to the rental of OPW lands and failure to pass on the money earned to OPW. Copies of any reports, briefing notes, submissions, and so on prepared relating to the above.
- Part-GrantedReceived —Decided —Office of Public Works
I would like to request the following records under AIE regulations please: 1. Minutes from the meeting between OPW and IFI in ARUP's offices, Oliver Plunkett Street, Cork on Wednesday 27 January 2016. (see email attached) 2. Any other records related to this meeting including emails, texts or phone call transcripts. I would like to receive the documents in digital format please.
- Part GrantedReceived —Decided —Office of Public Works
"I wish to apply under the Freedom of Information Act for the following information and for any related documentation: Please provide information regarding any articles or buildings - including paintings, monuments, sculptures, etc - that are either the property of the OPW or managed/monitored by the OPW on behalf of the state, that have, in the year 2019, been damaged, or; gone missing for any period of time. Please provide information regarding any cost accrued in the repair or relocation of these items; please provide information regarding how they came to be damaged/lost in the first instance and any delays in notification of same; and please provide any information regarding any items that are still missing at the time of this request and the value of same. If there is any further information regarding any sanctions applied to individuals or departments/bodies etc regarding the above, or prosecutions of individuals for same, please also include this as part of this request, as well as any related documentation.
- Part GrantedReceived —Decided —Office of Public Works
Under the Freedom of Information Act 2014, I would like to request: • The number of visitors and income received last year from every OPW national monument that has a guide service, with a breakdown by each facility • The cost of running each of these national monuments last year - ie, staff costs, maintenance, etc - with a breakdown by each facility. I would like to request the information by email.
- RefusedReceived —Decided —Office of Public Works
I wish to request all records held relating to or mentioning the Poddle Flood Alleviation Scheme between its inception and the present date, 20 January 2020. This should include any reports, studies, correspondence, project plans/timelines and tender and contract details that relate to the scheme. If this needs to befurther refined or proves too voluminous please advise.
- RefusedReceived —Decided —Office of Public Works
Details of all fees paid to Irish Art Services in 2017, 2018 and so far in 2019
- GrantedReceived —Decided —Office of Public Works
• The cost of the removal of graffiti, chewing gum etc. from public monuments i.e Newgrange between September 1st 2016 and November 6th 2018 • The breakdown of cost of general upkeep relative to each individual monument September 1st 2016 and November 6th 2018
- Part GrantedReceived —Decided —Office of Public Works
Under the Freedom of Information Act 2014, I wish to request a copy of the briefing document(s) prepared for the new incoming minister and/or (if different records) the ministers for state in the Department. I am happy to receive the replies and any correspondence in relation to this non-personal information request in electronic format to this e-mail address.
- GrantedReceived —Decided —Office of Public Works
Under the FOI Act 2014, I am seeking the following: Any communications, reports, memos or minutes of meetings in relation to the planned decision to reopen the Phoenix Park gates from the 10th of July. I would prefer to receive this information electronically, preferably in its original formatting.
- GrantedReceived —Decided —Office of Public Works
Under the FOI Act 2014, I am seeking the following: - copies of all records held referring or relating to the decision to reopen all but one gate in the Phoenix Park to vehicular traffic. This request to cover the period 6 June to date of receipt of the request. I would prefer to receive this information electronically, ideally in its original electronic format.
- GrantedReceived —Decided —Office of Public Works
Under the Freedom of Information Act 2014, for 1 May 2020 to 10 July 2020, I request all briefing documents and minutes of meetings related the perimeter gates of Phoenix Park as well as internal emails and notes to the Minister of State for the Office of Public Works, the chair of the OPW, and assistant secretary for planning and estate management related the perimeter gates of Phoenix Park. If necessary, I am happy to amend the request.
- RefusedReceived —Decided —Office of Public Works
1. A copy of the inspection report put together by the National Standards Authority of Ireland following a 2009 inspection of the Whitehall College of Further Education that was later provided to the Office of Public Works. 2. Any correspondence between the Office of Public Works and other parties about the report, including but not limited to correspondence with the National Standards Authority of Ireland, and Western Building Systems.
- GrantedReceived —Decided —Office of Public Works
I am writing to request information regarding the flood risk classification of my property in Foxford. Our house experienced flooding during the December 2015 event, and I understand that the CFRAM (Catchment Flood Risk Assessment and Management) study for the Moy & Killala Bay River Basin identified two properties in Foxford as being at risk. While I am not certain, I believe my property may have been one of those included in the study or subsequent reviews. Under the European Communities (Access to Information on the Environment) Regulations 2007–2018, I would like to request access to: • any records or mapping used to identify properties at risk of flooding in Foxford, • any assessment or correspondence referring to my property [insert your Eircode or address], and • any updates or findings from the current Foxford Scheme Viability Review that relate to my area. If possible, please provide copies (or digital versions) of the relevant flood maps or documentation.
- RefusedReceived —Decided —Office of Public Works
I request to know the winning amount of money that won the rights to sheep grazing at Porchfields, Trim, Co. Meath in 2025 season.
- GrantedReceived —Decided —Office of Public Works
I request the following unredacted record under AIE regulations please: 1. River Bride (Blackpool) Flood Relief Scheme otter survey 2022 - Triturus Environmental (June 2022) The 2024 otter survey also by Triturus from the same scheme has been made publicly available since September the 4th 2025.
- Part-GrantedReceived —Decided —Office of Public Works
I am submitting this request under the Freedom of Information Act 2014 to obtain all available information related to the Office of Public Works, 2018 North Western Flood Risk Management Plan Report (FRMP_Final2018_RiverBasin_01.pdf), flood risk assessment for the Clonmany area, designated as an Area for Further Assessment (AFA).
- RefusedReceived —Decided —Office of Public Works
Competition for a permit to carry passengers to Skellig Michael Multi Party framework tender ref. 4835717 We refer to the above competition published in the contract notice on 12 December 2024 (hereinafter the 'Competition') The competition follows an earlier with the same subject which was cancelled in February 2024 (hereinafter the 'Cancelled Competition) We seek copies of all documents and records covering internal and external communications, including all internal emails and memoranda and handwritten nots and documents
- RefusedReceived —Decided —Office of Public Works
Under the FOI Act 2014 I request a copy of the ‘Pricing Document – Part 4 – Schedule of Rates’ issued with OPW RFT ref A/409/1/21 (Measured Term Maintenance Contract, Dublin Region). I seek the document solely for market-testing purposes.
- GrantedReceived —Decided —Office of Public Works
Records Regarding Environmental and Flood Management Policies or Measures implemented by the Department of the Environment / Local authority that may have a bearing on flooding events and infrastructure failures. Environmental monitoring. -Any communications or reports between the Minister for the Environment and other public bodies or stakeholders (such as the local authorities, OPW or EPA) about flood prevention, infrastructure management, water and stormwater management, biodiversity environmental etc Timeframe 2008 - present Location :Limerick, Barnakyle river& stream / Loughmore Canal.
- GrantedReceived —Decided —Office of Public Works
Further to my previous request for information under FOI 92/2025, I wish to seek records of expenditure by OPW on specialised data protection software for OPW’s Data Protection Unit in 2025 and 2026, eg FOI 92/2025 stated that OPW previously procured similar software from “One Trust” and subsequently “DPOrganiser” for the preparation of “Records of Processing Activities” during the period 2018-2024. Please forward any and all records for: 1. what data protection specific software is being now used by OPW’s Data Protection Unit, 2. who is the supplier and 3. the cost of such software for the years 2025 and 2026. Please note that I am only seeking records in relation to “Data Protection” specific software as referenced above and not expenditure on the likes of WORD, EXCEL etc.
- RefusedReceived —Decided —Office of Public Works
I am seeking access under the Freedom of Information Act 2014 to records held by the Office of Public Works relating to Ireland’s Presidency of the Council of the European Union, due to commence in July 2026. Specifically, I am seeking Records held by the OPW relating to the schedule of bookings, events, or planned use of Farmleigh House & Estate between 1 July 2026 and 5 January 2027, including but not limited to room bookings, event calendars, or internal scheduling documents, where such use relates to Ireland’s Presidency of the Council of the European Union.
- Part GrantedReceived —Decided —Office of Public Works
I would like all internal emails discussing past due foi requests from the OPW in the last year (12 months). I would also like reasons for the delay, and the decision makers in charger of internal review.
- RefusedReceived —Decided —Office of Public Works
I submitted another request (ref. FOI-0153-2025) in September of this year looking for the results of the survey. This request was also refused. The reason given was again: “The report you refer to in your request has not yet been finalised and is still part of a deliberative process.” I am applying under the Freedom of information Act 2014 for the following: All documentation and correspondence in the possession of the OPW related to the “deliberative process” (or processes, if there are more than one) mentioned in the refusals by the OPW above.
- RefusedReceived —Decided —Office of Public Works
Under freedom of information Act 2014 I request the following, please: 1. CCTV footage of all emergency service vehicles accessing and attempted access to the site on Sat Dec 6th, 2025 from 9.15am until 10.30am. I appreciate this will need to be annoymised however the type of vehicle and times should be made available. A continuous CCTV record for this time is sought. 2. All internal incident reports, emails or records created or held by OPW that relate to emergency services experiencing delay, difficulty, or obstruction due to bollards/ access systems at Castletown since Sept 2023. This request is prompted by delays in emergency access I witnessed on 6th December, 2025. I am seeking to understand the arrangements in place for emergency entry to the site after concerns had previously been flagged regarding emergency service access to this OPW site.
- GrantedReceived —Decided —Office of Public Works
In accordance with the Freedom of Information Act, 2014 I wish to request access to the following records, which I believe to be held by your department /organisation. - All correspondence between the OPW and the then Taoiseach (and later Tánaiste ) Leo Varadkar on the issue of closures/restrictions/changes to gate access etc in the Phoenix Park due to Covid-19 during the period 1 March until 1 August 2020. - All correspondence between the OPW and any TD or Minister on the issue of the Phoenix Park and Covid-19 restrictions during the period 1 March and 1 August 2020. Because of the current pandemic I would request that this FOI be sent to me by email
- GrantedReceived —Decided —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 that I believe to be held by your organisation: Details in ownership changes regarding the freehold/leasehold title to Leinster House Parliament Buildings and surrounding gardens. I would like to ascertain if the state holds the freehold to its Parliament building or if it still only holds the leasehold. Should the State now hold the freehold, I would like to know the details of its purchase. If leasehold is all that it held, please let me know the rent that is due under the lease and to whom it is payable or paid to.
- RefusedReceived —Decided —Office of Public Works
“This information request is under E.U. (Access to Information on the Environment) Regulations 2007 to 2011 (S.I. No 133 of 2007, S.I. No 662 of 2011 and S.I. No. 615 of 2014). The information sought is as outlined below for that section of the OPW channel C/1/9/2 which lies on the Townsland of Pallas West, Toomevara land folio TY15. This was part of the Nenagh Arterial Drainage Scheme which took place between 1955 and 1960. 1. Details of all Land Owners subjected to CPO by OPW on the Townsland of Pallas West and adjoining Townsland of Coolkereen during the construction of C/1/9/2 during 1955 to 1960. 2. Details of all legal correspondences with Landowners at point 1 including legal maps served as part of the CPO process on the Project.”
- RefusedReceived —Decided —Office of Public Works
Under the Freedom of Information Act 2014 I am seeking the following documents: Copies of any correspondence between the Office of Public Works and the Revenue Commissioners in relation to costs associated with preparing for Brexit. Copies of any correspondence between the Office of Public Works and the Department of Public Expenditure and Reform in relation to costs associated with preparing for Brexit. I wish for my request to cover the period from 1/1/2019 – 6/9/2019.
- Part-GrantedReceived —Decided —Office of Public Works
I request the following under the Freedom of Information Act 2014 Background to request :In 2007, ESB made a planning application to divert a section of the Dallow-Portlaoise- Shannonbridge 110kV transmission line in the townlands of Knockmay & Clonrooske Little in Portlaoise (hereafter “the diversion”). This planning application stated that the diversion was required to facilitate the development of office buildings and associated facilities by the OPW. The application documentation includes a letter fo consent from the OPW to the making of the application. Planning permission was granted and the diversion was carried out. Request: 1. Records of correspondence between the OPW and ESB/ESBI and/or Eirgrid in relation to the diversion. 2. Records describing the cost of the diversion and the basis/stages by which this was paid.
- RefusedReceived —Decided —Office of Public Works
I would be grateful if you could provide me with a copy of the governing document of the Board of Visitors of the National Botanic Gardens.
- GrantedReceived —Decided —Office of Public Works
Under the FOI Act 2014, I am seeking the following: - copies of any correspondence between OPW and the Department of Health relating to issues with fire alarms at Miesian Plaza. - copies of any correspondence between OPW and the Department of Health relating to electrical issues in the canteen of Miesian Plaza. - copies of any correspondence between OPW and the Department of Health regarding the decision by the canteen contractor at Miesian Plaza to cease service in early January. - copies of any correspondence between the OPW and the canteen contractor in relation to the following issues: fire/smoke alarms, electrical issues, decision to cease hot food service, decision to cease services entirely. I would prefer to receive this information electronically, ideally in its original electronic format.
- Part-GrantedReceived —Decided —Office of Public Works
A copy of all internal audits completed within the department between 1st May 2017 and 7th June 2018.
- GrantedReceived —Decided —Office of Public Works
Under the FOI Act, I am seeking ALL records, including correspondence (in private emails or messages or otherwise) on the use of the Steward's Lodge at Farmleigh during December 2018, to include details of use being made of lodge, attendees, events, costs of events, including hospitality, security, etc, and any breakdown or invoices associated, and any other arrangements.
- Part GrantedReceived —Decided —Office of Public Works
I would like to apply under the Freedom of Information Act 2014 for the following records: A copy of any records relating to discussions between OPW officials regarding amending the Phoenix Park byelaws in relation to the issue of parking enforcement including clamping. A copy of any legal advice received by the OPW regarding amending the Phoenix Park byelaws in relation to the issue of parking enforcement including clamping.
- Part-GrantedReceived —Decided —Office of Public Works
In accordance the Freedom of Information Act 2014, I wish to request access to the following records which I believe to be held by your office: all correspondence - whether by email, text message, whatsapp, letter or any other format – exchanged between the OPW and; (a) the Courts Service regarding the proposed family law courts complex at Hammond Lane (b) An Garda Síochána regarding its departure from its current offices on Harcourt Street as well as the construction of its new accommodation at Military Lane and control centre at Heuston Station The information should include any correspondence or documentation (emails, letters, research, supporting documentation, minutes of meetings, etc) exchanged between November 1, 2019 and June 1, 2020. I would prefer if you could send me the information in electronic form
- GrantedReceived —Decided —Office of Public Works
I request the following records: 5th January 2018 at Clondrinagh, Limerick, the notes/minutes of the assessment/meeting conducted by Michael McNamara, Roughan & O'Donovan, Derek Higgins OPW, and a representative of P&D Lydon. The meeting was in connection to a bridge the developer had put across an OPW drain to gain access to site ref 17/544.
- GrantedReceived —Decided —Office of Public Works
What I am now seeking under the Freedom of Information Act 2014 is as follows 1. Details of any changes made to the designed landscape of Iveagh Gardens to facilitate the concerts and other events. This would include the removal of trees, moving of statuary, the installation of permanent paths etc. 2. How the monies earned by the OPW are applied and where they are accounted for within the annual
- Part-GrantedReceived —Decided —Office of Public Works
I am writing to request a breakdown of all costs associated with maintenance, presentation and operation of Barryscourt Castle in the last 10 years. Specifically, I would like to see the costs for raw materials as well as labour costs since 2014/2015. Any reports, assessments or studies in relating to the financial costs of Barryscourt Castle. Records of funding allocated or grants received for the castle.
- Part-GrantedReceived —Decided —Office of Public Works
Under the FOI Act 2014, I am seeking the following: - a record/spreadsheet/database of all costs incurred by the NGI in the retrofitting of a lighting system at NGI (originally installed circa 2015). This record to be broken down (line by line) in as much detail as possible e.g. design, construction materials, labour etc. - copies of the business case, cost benefit analysis, planning or scoping documents associated with the above project.
- Part-GrantedReceived —Decided —Office of Public Works
Under the FOI Act 2014, I am seeking the following: - a copy of any valuations associated with the following purchase by the OPW: https://www.gov.ie/en/office-of-public-works/press-releases/opw-acquires-strategic-office-block-in-dublin-city-centre-at-highly-competitive-price/ - a copy of the business case, cost benefit analysis, or other such approval or sanction documents associated with the purchase. - a copy of any high-level correspondence between the OPW and DPER with regard to the purchase. I would prefer to receive this information electronically, ideally in its original electronic format.
- Part GrantedReceived —Decided —Office of Public Works
I am requesting access to records/contracts relating to the lease of facilities for the Department of Social Protection in Swords, Co. Dublin to include inter alia buildings, car parking spaces etc. I understand that the Department of Social Protection operates at least two offices located at: 23 Mainscourt, Main Street, Swords, Co. Dublin Fingal County Council, County Hall, Main Street, Swords, Co. Dublin
- RefusedReceived —Decided —Office of Public Works
Under the FOI Act 2014, I am seeking the following: All parts of the most recent Scheme Viability Review regarding flooding in the villages of Bunbeg and Derrybeg in Co. Donegal
- GrantedReceived —Decided —Office of Public Works
Could you forward me with the following details under the Freedom of Information Act 2014 1) As of 16th August 2024 The number of requests that the OPW have received from commercial operators seeking approval to carry on photography within OPW Heritage sites for advertisement or commercial purpose in the years of 2023 and to-date in 2024; Of the number of requests received the number that were approved or refused per year in tabular form 2) Of the number of requests that were approved by the OPW to permit commercial photography to be carried out in each OPW heritage sites in the years in question in tabular form. To be further assistant what I'm seeking eg In 2023 x number of requests were approved for commercial photography to be done within Dublin Castle, in 2024 y number of requests were approved for commercial photography to be done on the grounds of Rock Of Cashel etc 3) The amount of revenue generated through approval of commercial photography to be done on the grounds of OPW heritage sites in the years of 2023 and to-date in 2024 in tabular form
- GrantedReceived —Decided —Office of Public Works
I'd like to request access to the following records under the Freedom of Information Act: - records showing details including location, specifications and costs of constructing or installing bike shelters paid for by the OPW during the period January 1, 2022 and the present date
- Part GrantedReceived —Decided —Office of Public Works
a) all records relating parking and traffic concerns/complaints relating to the roads of Castletown estate arising from activities in Castletown and b) all representations or requests for traffic impact plan for that area. “All records relating to the suitability of the Celbridge gate entrance for vehicular traffic in the years 2017/2018 and from 2020 to 2023 including any proposals for alternative parking arrangements”
- RefusedReceived —Decided —Office of Public Works
Under the FOI Act, I request the following records: 1. A copy of the business case, or any revised or further business case, submitted by the OPW in relation to the proposed purchase of lands adjoining Castletown House (Folio no. KE3071F) between 1st January 2020 to the date of this request. 2. Communications to and from the Minister and/or the Department of Public Expenditure, NDP and Reform in relation to the proposed purchase of lands adjoining Castletown House (Folio no. KE3071F) between 1st January 2020 to the date of this request. 3. A copy of any valuations carried out by or on behalf of the OPW in relation to the proposed purchase of the lands adjoining Castletown House(Folio no. KE3071F) Scope of request: 1st January 2020 to the date of this request. 4. Communications incl. emails between the OPW and the owner(s) of and/or agents for the owners of the land adjoining Castletown House (Folio no. KE3071F) between 4th September 2023 to the date of this request.
- grantedReceived —Decided —Office of Public Works
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- GrantedReceived —Decided —Office of Public Works
I understand that Teach an Phiarsaigh, Rosmuc does not have an onsite waste water treatment plant and that there is no municipal waste water collection or treatment system in the locality I also understand that the wastewater generated by the facility at Teach an Phiarsaigh is collected in an onsite storage tank, which is then emptied by an independent contractor and transported to an offsite location for disposal/treatment I would be grateful if you could confirm; 1. Details of the independent contractor, that is contracted to empty the Tank and dispose of the untreated wastewater 2. The location of where the untreated wastewater was disposed to in each of the following years a. Year ended 31/12/16 b. Year ended 31/12/17 c. Year ended 31/12/18 d. Year ended 31/12/19 e. Year ended 31/12/20 [Current] 3. The annual cost of the disposal contract in each of the above years 4. Details of the Discharge licence issued by the EPA 5. Details of the Discharge licence issued by Galway County Council I enclose a duly completed copy of your standard FOI Request for Access to Records
- GrantedReceived —Decided —Office of Public Works
I wish to request, under the Freedom of Information Act, details of how many times Taoiseach Enda Kenny used Steward's House in Farmleigh in 2016 and to date in 2017. Please also include any payments made by the Taoiseach in relation to his use of the house or any charges incurred on him by the OPW during the same period. Please also include any correspondence between the Taoiseach and/or his office and the OPW in relation to Steward's House during the same period. I also wish to request, under FoI, any correspondence between Leo Varadkar and/or Simon Coveney or their offices / representatives and the OPW in relation to Steward's House since the start of 2016.