Flood Prevention Measures

Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 18 May 2016

Wednesday, 18 May 2016

Ceisteanna (134)

Willie O'Dea

Ceist:

134. Deputy Willie O'Dea asked the Minister for Public Expenditure and Reform if Limerick City and County Council has applied for funding under the minor works scheme to carry out urgent repairs in an area (details supplied); if he is aware of the considerable flooding damage already caused in this area, and that the residents whose property has been damaged are contemplating legal action due to the losses; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [10894/16]

Freagraí scríofa

Minister for Public Expenditure and Reform

I am advised by the Commissioners of Public Works that Limerick City and County Council has written to the Office of Public Works (OPW) seeking approval and funding to proceed with the appointment of consultants to design and procure works to upgrade flood defences in the area in question.

The flood risk in Limerick city and environs, including the area in question, is being examined and assessed under the Shannon Catchment Flood Risk Assessment and Management (CFRAM) project which is one of the six CFRAM projects assessing flood risk nationally. The draft Flood Risk Management Plan, to be completed under the Shannon CFRAM study will consider all the viable options to address flood risk in Limerick city and, along with the other CFRAM Plans and recommended measures therein, will allow the OPW, in consultation with the Local Authorities, to identify the priority flood relief measures on a national basis to be taken forward.