Air Pollution.

Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 23 November 2004

Tuesday, 23 November 2004

Ceisteanna (589)

John Gormley

Ceist:

639 Mr. Gormley asked the Minister for the Environment, Heritage and Local Government the procedure a person can follow if they believe there is serious air pollution in their area which is affecting their health; the person they should contact to monitor the pollution and deal with this problem; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [29809/04]

Freagraí scríofa

Minister for the Environment, Heritage and Local Government (Mr. Roche)

I refer to the reply to Question No. 376 of 28 October 2004.

Air quality management is primarily the responsibility of local authorities. Accordingly, where an issue regarding air pollution arises in a particular area, it should be brought to the attention of the local authority concerned.