Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 13 October 2004
135 Mr. Perry asked the Minister for Communications, Marine and Natural Resources if a once-off payment will be made to Sligo harbour board to ensure that it can provide lifebuoys along the Garavogue River in Sligo town to prevent further loss of life; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24579/04]
Amharc ar fhreagraSligo harbour commissioners have traditionally taken responsibility for the provision of lifebuoys from the slipway at Custom House Quay down to the port's deepwater quay. The commissioners have a number of lifebuoys in place. I understand that additional lifebuoys, which the commissioners took delivery of last Friday, will be deployed as required in the interest of public safety.
