Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 18 April 2019
90. Deputy Sean Sherlock asked the Minister for Public Expenditure and Reform if the plan for flood defences has been received from the OPW for Glanmire, County Cork; the cost of same; when approval will be given for the plan; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [18138/19]
Amharc ar fhreagraThe Office of Public Works through the Arterial Drainage Acts has submitted the proposal for the Glashaboy Flood Relief Scheme to the Minister for Public Expenditure and Reform for formal Confirmation. The Minister will, over the coming months, undertake an environmental assessment of the proposed scheme. This assessment will be in line with required legislative requirements and will involve a public consultation. The appointment of a Contractor for this scheme will be progressed following formal Ministerial Confirmation.
The flood relief scheme will be funded from within the allocated €1 billion for flood risk management over the period 2018 – 2027.
