Joe Walsh
Question:308 Mr. J. Walsh asked the Minister for the Marine if he will give immediate sanction for the commencement of improvement works at Bantry Bay Pier, County Cork; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [3828/97]
Written Answers. - Piers Refurbishment.
Over the past number of years Exchequer funding has been allocated by my Department to Bantry Bay Harbour Commissioners to assist in advancing proposed dredging works at Bantry Bay Harbour. I am not aware of any other improvements works proposed. The sediment analysis carried out on the proposed dredging material shows, however, that it is unsuitable for disposal at sea. Landfill sites are being investigated but to date no suitable site has been identified.
Joe Walsh
Question:309 Mr. J. Walsh asked the Minister for the Marine if he will give immediate sanction to phase two of the extension to Ahakista Pier, County Cork; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [3829/97]
This proposal is currently being discussed by the Department and Cork County Council. I expect to make a decision on the matter shortly in light of the outcome of these discussions.