Frank Feighan
Ceist:157 Deputy Frank Feighan asked the Minister for Community, Rural and Gaeltacht Affairs if he will ensure new markings and signage for Waterways Ireland on the upper Shannon. [22005/09]
Amharc ar fhreagraThursday, 28 May 2009
Ceisteanna (157)
Freagraí scríofa
I am informed that Waterways Ireland conducts routine inspections of navigation markers and signage on the North Shannon, i.e. north of Lanesborough Bridge, to ensure a high level of service to waterway and facility users. There are 428 permanent navigation markers on the North Shannon. Temporary markers are also installed, as required, to mark temporary obstructions in the Navigation. During the last 12 months, 122 markers have been repainted and 14 old markers have been completely replaced (new piles and top marks). Within the last 18 months, facility location signs have been erected at each of the main amenities/facilities in the North Shannon. Further directional signage will be installed in 2009 as resources permit.