Dáil Éireann debate -
Thursday, 14 Feb 2002

Vol. 548 No. 4

Written Answers. - Harbours and Piers.

Alan M. Dukes

Question:

86 Mr. Dukes asked the Minister for the Marine and Natural Resources if his attention has been drawn to the urgent need for repair works to be carried out to Rathmullen pier, County Donegal; and if repairs will be carried out to the pier as a matter of urgency. [5201/02]

Minister for the Marine and Natural Resources (Mr. Fahey)

Rathmullen pier is owned by Donegal County Council. Responsibility for its repair and maintenance rests with the local authority in the first instance.

In 2001 the county council submitted a proposal to my Department for repairs to the pier at an estimated total cost of €1,269,738.08 or £1,000,000. A proposal was also received for the construction of a quay wall at Lehardan, Rathmullen estimated to cost €253,947.62 or £200,000. The question of funding development and repair works at Rathmullen pier will be considered in the context of the funding available under the national development plan and overall national priorities.