asked the Minister for Finance if he is in a position to state when the American expert to advise on remedial measures for the control of the Shannon will start his investigations.
Ceisteanna—Questions. Oral Answers. - Shannon Remedial Measures.
Mr. Egan
The Government of the United States of America have now intimated their willingness to accede to our request for expert advice on the question of the flooding of the River Shannon and have offered the services of a member of their Army Corps of Engineers. The Irish Government have gratefully accepted the offer and conversations are proceeding as to when the services of the officer concerned may become available.
Would the Minister say if the investigations will be wide enough to consider the effect of lowering the levels of lakes which overflow into the Shannon basin?
That is a separate question.
Every problem concerned with the matter will be brought under review.