Water and Sewerage Schemes Provision

Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 25 February 2014

Tuesday, 25 February 2014

Ceisteanna (474)

Brian Stanley

Ceist:

474. Deputy Brian Stanley asked the Minister for the Environment, Community and Local Government the reason Irish Water no longer intends to use DBOs for new water treatment plants. [9329/14]

Freagraí scríofa

Minister for the Environment, Community and Local Government

I have no responsibility for, or role in relation to the provision or operation of water services infrastructure. From 1 January 2014 Irish Water is responsible for such matters.

However, I understand that Irish Water will utilise a wide range of contract models to deliver its programme of investments. These will be based on best industry practice and achieving value for money and will include the Design Build Operate (DBO) model where appropriate.