Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 22 September 2015
425. Deputy Billy Kelleher asked the Minister for Public Expenditure and Reform if all funding required to carry out the remedial flood prevention works in Glanmire, County Cork, has been provided; the up to date position on the progression of the works; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [31464/15]
View answerA flood relief scheme for Glanmire, known as the Glashaboy Flood Relief Scheme, is being advanced by Cork County Council which is the Contracting Authority for the proposed works. The Council appointed consultants for the project in late 2013 and two public information days have been held on the project in order to consult with the general public. A preferred option is expected to be finalised in the coming months which will allow the Council to bring a Scheme through the planning process. The detailed design process, contractor procurement and planning process is expected to take in the region of twelve months so it is likely to be early 2017 before works can commence.
The Office of Public Works is funding the project and has included the costs of the Glashaboy Scheme in its multi annual budget profiles over 2016 – 2018.
