Coastal Protection.

Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 6 July 2006

Thursday, 6 July 2006

Questions (304)

Enda Kenny

Question:

302 Mr. Kenny asked the Minister for Communications, Marine and Natural Resources the extent of moneys provided in 2006 either directly from his Department or through Mayo County Council for coastal protection works in County Mayo for 2006; the location and the works involved; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [27954/06]

Written answers

Minister of State at the Department of Communications, Marine and Natural Resources (Mr. Browne)

Under the Department's Coastal Protection Programme for 2006 total funding of €100,000 is approved for repairs to the causeway and bridge at Mulranny Beach. This project is being co-funded with the Department of Community, Rural and Gaeltacht Affairs under the CLÁR scheme with each Department contributing 37.5% and Mayo County providing the balance of 25%.