Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 10 October 2006
469 Mr. Naughten asked the Minister for Community, Rural and Gaeltacht Affairs if Meelick Weir has been cleaned of all debris; if the gates have been completely opened; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [31755/06]
Amharc ar fhreagraAs the Deputy is aware from replies to previous Questions relating to this issue, the responsibility for Meelick Weir rests with Waterways Ireland, a North/South Implementation Body set up under the British-Irish Agreement Act 1999.
Waterways Ireland informs me that Meelick Weir continues to be inspected regularly and that there is no debris there at present. I am also informed that all sluice gates have been open since 24 September 2006 and that all weir boards have been removed since 26 September 2006.
