I propose to take Questions Nos. 172 and 176 together.
I refer to the reply to Questions 175 and 176 of 3 July 2013 which sets out the position in relation to the grants scheme for remediation of domestic waste water treatment systems . Full details , including eligibility criteria, are set down in the Domestic Wastewater Treatment Systems (Financial Assistance) Regulations 2013 which is available in the Oireachtas library.
The Environmental Protection Agency is responsible for the appointment t and supervision of inspectors. I understand that the Agency has recently invited the water services authorities to nominate suitably qualified and trained staff for appointment as inspectors and once appointments are confirmed, inspections will then commence. Neither I nor my Department have any role in the inspections process.