Flood Relief Schemes Status

Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 26 March 2019

Tuesday, 26 March 2019

Ceisteanna (254)

James Browne

Ceist:

254. Deputy James Browne asked the Minister for Public Expenditure and Reform the position regarding the Enniscorthy flood defence scheme; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [13254/19]

Freagraí scríofa

Minister of State at the Department of Public Expenditure and Reform

The River Slaney (Enniscorthy) Flood Relief Scheme is at an advanced stage of planning and design. It is planned to proceed to formal Exhibition as required under the Arterial Drainage Acts (ADA) in Quarter 2. Following this, if the scheme proposals are generally well received, the design will be finalised and all required documentation will be submitted to the Minister for Public Expenditure and Reform, requesting formal confirmation of the scheme under the ADA.