Waterways Issues

Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 5 December 2017

Tuesday, 5 December 2017

Questions (532)

Eugene Murphy

Question:

532. Deputy Eugene Murphy asked the Minister for Culture, Heritage and the Gaeltacht her plans to ensure that the structure that remains in the River Shannon in Tarmonbarry, County Roscommon, which inhibits the flow of water, is removed; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [51453/17]

Written answers

Minister for Culture, Heritage and the Gaeltacht

I am informed by Waterways Ireland that it will progress works to assess options for reinstatement and repair requirements to Tarmonbarry weir, including the removal of the temporary structure to which the Deputy refers.