asked the Minister for Local Government if he is aware that a grave hazard to public health exists in Carrickmacross, County Monaghan, because of effluent escaping into open rivers in the area; and the measures that are being taken to correct this situation.
Ceisteanna—Questions. Oral Answers. - County Monaghan Health Hazard.
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The investigation of specific instances of pollution and the taking of any necessary remedial action are matters for the local authority concerned. I may say, however, that I have fully approved a new sewerage scheme for the town which provides for enlargement and reconstruction of the treatment works at an estimated cost of £180,000. I understand that the scheme is now in construction.
When does the Minister think that that scheme will be completed?
I should not like to estimate that. It depends on so many things but, anyway, it is under way.
Would the Minister agree that there is a very serious case of pollution at Carrickmacross?
There will not be very shortly when this scheme is completed.