Eamon Gilmore
Question:168 Mr. Gilmore asked the Minister for the Marine and Natural Resources when dredging operations will commence at the entrance to Burtonport Harbour, County Donegal; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [8144/01]
Written Answers. - Harbours and Piers.
The dredging of Burtonport Harbour is being undertaken by Donegal County Council with financial assistance from my Department. Phase one of the works was completed in 1999 at a cost of over £230,000
Further financial assistance of up to £750,000 was made available to Donegal County Council by my Department in 1999 and again in 2000 for the dredging works. However the council was not in a position to take up this allocation. I am most anxious that the dredging of the harbour should commence as soon as possible.