542 Deputy Seán Connick asked the Minister for Social and Family Affairs the number of buildings her Department is renting within the State; the rental costs of these rentals in 2009; the average length of the leases of these buildings; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [12293/10]

The Office of Public Works is responsible for most rented properties occupied by the Department and I understand that arrangements are being made to provide the information sought by the Deputy through the Minister for Finance (PQ 12289/10).

In the case of three properties, however, the Department is directly responsible for the rental arrangements but due to staff action currently being taken, I regret that I am unable to provide the information sought by the Deputy at this time.