Dáil Éireann debate -
Thursday, 8 Feb 2001

Vol. 530 No. 2

Written Answers. - Coastal Protection.

Bernard J. Durkan

Question:

56 Mr. Durkan asked the Minister for the Marine and Natural Resources the total expenditure in each of the past ten years in respect of protection against coastal erosion; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [3478/01]

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

Total expenditure in respect of coastal protection projects in the years 1991 to 2000 is set out below:

Year	£
1991	£719,149
1992	£227,327
1993	£238,372
1994	£456,420
1995	£892,229
1996	£1,211,484
1997	£1,030,866
1998	£1,243,000
1999	£2,922,069
2000	£7,051,862

The increased level of funding in recent years is a clear indication of the Government's commitment to ensuring that the Irish coastline is protected and preserved in the interest of our coastal communities.