Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 15 February 2005
259 Mr. Gregory asked the Minister for Finance the reason the replacement of the Distillery Road Bridge on the River Tolka in Dublin 3, prioritised by the OPW as an essential anti-flood measure, has still not been implemented; if the OPW will liaise with Dublin City Council to have this serious flood risk dealt with; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [4572/05]
View answerThe Deputy is aware that the Office of Public Works is anxious to have all works carried out on those areas along the River Tolka designated as having a high flood risk. Dublin City Council officials have informed the OPW that they have agreed plans with the developer in question, which will result in works on the wall commencing in the next few weeks. Work on the design of the bridge is also starting and the council has indicated that it expects the bridge to be in place and operational by mid-year.
260 Mr. Gregory asked the Minister for Finance the reason the new sea and canal locks at Spencer Dock, Dublin 1, prioritised as anti-flood measures, have still not been installed; the role the OPW has in this matter; if the OPW is aware that the promised temporary works at this location have had to be abandoned; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [4573/05]
View answerThe Office of Public Works has no responsibility for works being carried out at Spencer Dock. These works are being carried out by Dublin City Council. However, I am informed that the work in question has not stopped and that the council expects the works to be completed on schedule.
