Meteorological Services

Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 21 June 2018

Thursday, 21 June 2018

Ceisteanna (263)

Barry Cowen

Ceist:

263. Deputy Barry Cowen asked the Minister for Housing, Planning and Local Government the status of the €3 million allocated to Met Éireann as outlined in budget 2018; the amount that has been spent; the way in which the money has been spent; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [27241/18]

Freagraí scríofa

Minister for Housing, Planning and Local Government

The €3m referred to relates to subscriptions towards international meteorological organisations, membership of which by Ireland plays a vital role in the provision of meteorological services by Met Éireann. To date in 2018, €2.7m of this €3m has been drawn down.