Water and Sewerage Schemes.

Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 12 December 2006

Tuesday, 12 December 2006

Ceisteanna (512)

Bernard J. Durkan

Ceist:

537 Mr. Durkan asked the Minister for the Environment, Heritage and Local Government if he will authorise, approve and fund the proposed Balyna group water scheme in County Kildare in the near future; the procedures expected to delay the scheme; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [42893/06]

Freagraí scríofa

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

Responsibility for the administration of the Rural Water Programme, including the prioritisation, approval and payment of grants to group schemes, has been devolved to county councils since 1997.

Questions Nos. 538 and 539 answered with Question No. 74.