Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 2 February 2012
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Water Services
158 Deputy Dara Calleary asked the Minister for the Environment, Community and Local Government the provisions he intends to put in place for those in financial hardship who may be required to upgrade their septic tanks as a result of the Water Services (Amendment) Bill; the person who will be responsible for administering the scheme; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [5949/12]
Amharc ar fhreagraI have previously signalled my intention to keep under review the question of providing financial assistance to householders whose domestic waste water treatment systems are deemed, following inspection, to require substantial remediation or upgrading. The position regarding the extent of problems and remediation costs will be clearer once inspections are underway. Any support provided would have to take account of the overall budgetary situation and the financial situation of the households concerned.
