Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 17 May 2005
388 Mr. Cregan asked the Minister for the Environment, Heritage and Local Government the progress which has been made regarding the Foynes and Shanagolden sewerage scheme in County Limerick; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [15951/05]
Amharc ar fhreagraThe Shanagolden and Foynes sewerage schemes, which are being advanced as part of a grouped project, are included in my Department's water services investment programme 2004-2006 as schemes to commence construction this year. My Department is awaiting the submission by Limerick County Council of a preliminary report for the schemes.
389 Mr. P. McGrath asked the Minister for the Environment, Heritage and Local Government if an application for funding for a sewerage plant (details supplied) in County Westmeath has been forwarded to his Department; the date of receipt of this application; if the project has been approved; if funds have been allocated for these works; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [15960/05]
Amharc ar fhreagraThe Milltownpass sewerage scheme has been approved for funding under the rural towns and villages Initiative of my Department's water services investment programme 2004-2006, at an estimated cost of €4.3 million. The preliminary report for the scheme was approved in November 2003. The water services pricing policy report submitted by Westmeath County Council is under examination in my Department and will be dealt with as quickly as possible.
