Housing Issues

Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 8 July 2015

Wednesday, 8 July 2015

Ceisteanna (228)

Dessie Ellis

Ceist:

228. Deputy Dessie Ellis asked the Minister for the Environment, Community and Local Government if he is aware of the difficulties in getting a connection to the Electricity Supply Board power grid by those behind the Clare Lane, Dublin, development and other social housing initiatives; the delays this is causing in delivering this housing; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [27843/15]

Freagraí scríofa

Minister for the Environment, Community and Local Government

It is a matter for all relevant local authorities, including in this case, Dublin City Council, to make the necessary arrangements for advancing new social housing developments, including resolving all issues in relation to utility companies.