Flood Prevention Measures

Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 9 July 2013

Tuesday, 9 July 2013

Ceisteanna (363)

Bernard Durkan

Ceist:

363. Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for the Environment, Community and Local Government having regard to previous parliamentary questions in the matter, the extent to which it is expected that outstanding completion works at the development in the Waterways, Sallins, County Kildare, is contemplated as per previous indications; if it is expected that agreement can be reached with all interested parties with a view to permanent resolution in respect of any outstanding flooding issues; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [33058/13]

Freagraí scríofa

Minister of State at the Department of the Environment, Community and Local Government (Deputy Jan O'Sullivan)

My Department understands from Kildare County Council that following the completion of significant works, undertaken by the Council, the matter is now largely resolved at catchment level. Within the development, other drainage works which are the responsibility of the developer, remain to be completed. The Council is continuing to work with the relevant parties to ensure a permanent resolution of the remaining flooding issues within the development.