Irish Water Administration

Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 28 May 2014

Wednesday, 28 May 2014

Questions (90)

Anthony Lawlor

Question:

90. Deputy Anthony Lawlor asked the Minister for the Environment, Community and Local Government if the protocol and memorandum of understanding between Irish Water and local authorities on the taking in charge of estates have been agreed upon; if not, when that will happen; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [23466/14]

Written answers

Minister of State at the Department of the Environment, Community and Local Government

My Department, in consultation with Irish Water and the local authorities, is currently working on developing a protocol in relation to the taking in charge of estates. It is expected that this protocol will be finalised in the coming weeks, following which further advice will be issued to local authorities in relation to this matter.