Vol. 559 No. 1
180 Ms M. Wallace asked the Minister for Finance the role Ordnance Survey Ireland has in identifying and recording flood levels; if a record exists which compares successive flood levels; if not, the State agency which has this responsibility; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [25973/02]
184 Ms M. Wallace asked the Minister for Finance if he intends to direct Ordinance Survey Ireland to produce flood risk maps of areas which have previously experienced, and potentially will experience, the risk of flooding; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [25502/02]
187 Ms M. Wallace asked the Minister for Finance if a permanent communication liaison exists between Ordnance Survey Ireland and local authorities in order to define the extent of flood plains throughout the State; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [25505/02]
196 Ms M. Wallace asked the Minister for Finance the role Ordnance Survey Ireland has in defining flood plains throughout the State; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [25807/02]
I propose to take Questions Nos. 180, 184, 187 and 196 together.
The Ordnance Survey of Ireland does not have a specific role in recording flood levels or defining flood plains. A number of organisations including Office of Public Works, EPA, ESB, and local authorities record and hold data on flood levels.
The Deputy will be aware that I recently announced a major review of policy on flood relief. This is commencing immediately and will involve widespread consultation. I expect the review to be complete by next summer. The question of responsibility for recording flood levels and development of flood maps will be considered as part of the review.
