Flood Relief Schemes Applications

Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 5 November 2013

Tuesday, 5 November 2013

Questions (356)

Noel Grealish

Question:

356. Deputy Noel Grealish asked the Minister for Public Expenditure and Reform when approval will be given for stage 2 of the flood alleviation works between Carnmore and Claregalway, as all documents are currently with the Office of Public Works for approval; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [46366/13]

Written answers

Minister of State at the Department of Public Expenditure and Reform

It is expected that the Clare River (Claregalway) Drainage Scheme, which encompasses alleviation works between Carnmore and Claregalway, will be submitted shortly to the Minister for Public Expenditure and Reform for statutory approval to proceed to construction.

If approval is received, it is expected that construction will commence before the end of the year in areas that do not have particular environmental or weather constraints.