Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 2 June 2021
100. Deputy Jennifer Whitmore asked the Minister for Public Expenditure and Reform if he will provide information in relation to following flood relief scheme (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [29987/21]
View answerThe Enniscorthy (River Slaney) flood defence scheme is being progressed by Wexford County Council (WCC) on behalf of the Commissioners of Public Works as a scheme under the Arterial Drainage Acts 1945 and 1995. This is a significant scheme within the Office of Public Works €1 billion flood relief investment programme nationally, from which the relevant funding for the Enniscorthy scheme will be made available, and on completion will protect 236 properties in the town. The length and percentage of the flood relief walls in Enniscorthy, Co. Wexford that will comprise of glass panelling are set out below:
- Length of flood wall : 2,330m
- Length of glass panelling : 500m
- Percentage of Glass panelling : 21.50 %
It is worth noting that the use of Glass panelling adds to the overall cost of the scheme and can attract vandalism. Schemes in Clonmel and Waterford have been subject to such incidents in recent years. The use of Glass panelling can be an important component of the scheme design, improving the aesthetic and providing or maintaining a link to the water, but its use should be targeted and cognisant of the issue of vandalism and cost.
