Flood Prevention Measures

Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 4 October 2016

Tuesday, 4 October 2016

Questions (567)

Michael Healy-Rae

Question:

567. Deputy Michael Healy-Rae asked the Minister for Communications, Climate Action and Environment if his attention has been drawn to the conditions at Kilmoyley Graveyard, County Kerry (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [28502/16]

Written answers

Minister of State at the Department of Communications, Climate Action and Environment

The Department has no function in relation to the matters raised in the Question.

Responsibility for the maintenance or planning of graveyards is a matter for the relevant local authority. Responsibilities for flood prevention lie between the Local Authority and the Office of Public Works.