Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 20 February 2018
168. Deputy Michael McGrath asked the Minister for Public Expenditure and Reform the status of plans for a flood relief scheme (details supplied) in County Cork; the stage the project is at; when work will commence; the estimated cost of the scheme; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [8792/18]
View answerI am advised that the planning approval has been received for the Douglas (incl Togher) flood relief scheme. The scheme is being advanced by Cork County Council and during this stage, detailed tender documents will be finalised and the procurement process for a civil works contractor will be progressed.
The possibility of carrying out enabling works is being examined. This may involve the diversion of a 600mm watermain as advance works to mitigate the risk of clashing with a live watermain during construction. If necessary such enabling works may commence this Summer. The current estimated costs for this scheme is €13m. The scheme is being funded from within the allocated €430 million under the Government Capital Spending Plan 2016 – 2021. Further information is available on the project website www.DouglasFRS.ie.
