Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 7 November 2023
366. Deputy Colm Burke asked the Minister for Public Expenditure, National Development Plan Delivery and Reform when the final public consultation on the Blackpool flood relief scheme will take place; what format it will take, particularly in light of recent flooding; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [47942/23]
View answerMy Department has engaged independent environmental consultants to examine the environmental assessments undertaken by the Office of Public Works in order to reach a reasoned conclusion on the environmental impacts of the scheme in accordance with the European Union (Environmental Impact Assessment) (Arterial Drainage) Regulations 2019.
These examinations are currently being progressed. It is a requirement under the Regulations to hold a period of public consultation for such a scheme. The timing of this consultation will be determined on the basis of advice received having regard for the wider confirmation process.
