Dáil Éireann Debate, Monday - 11 September 2023
539. Deputy Brendan Griffin asked the Minister for Public Expenditure, National Development Plan Delivery and Reform if there is funding available for flood defence doors for businesses in Kerry (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [38387/23]
View answerThere is a proposed Flood Relief Scheme identified for Listowel, Co. Kerry, which will be funded under the Government's flood risk investment programme of almost €1.3 billion under the National Development Plan to 2030.
While the proposed scheme in Listowel is not in the first tranche of projects to be progressed, the OPW continues to liaise closely with Kerry County Council to ensure that the programme of flood relief projects identified for Co. Kerry is kept under review, and that all projects will be commenced as soon as possible and within the timeframe for the National Development Plan.
The Clieveragh area of Listowel, Co. Kerry has experienced significant flooding, including during the recent event. Kerry County Council recently submitted a request for funding for works that exceed the threshold for the OPW's Minor Flood Mitigation Works & Coastal Protection Scheme. This proposal is currently under consideration by the OPW as possible interim works in advance of the appointment of consultants for the Listowel scheme.
Separately, it is also open to Kerry County Council to make an application under the OPW’s Minor Flood Mitigation Works & Coastal Protection Scheme for funding for flood gates.
