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Flood Prevention Measures

Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 1 October 2020

Thursday, 1 October 2020

Ceisteanna (167)

Michael Healy-Rae

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167. Deputy Michael Healy-Rae asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage if he will address a matter (details supplied) regarding dredging; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [28018/20]

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My role and responsibilities as Minister do not extend to the maintenance, clearance, or dredging of rivers. I understand that the Office of Public Works is the statutory body responsible for Drainage Maintenance on water bodies where capital works have been carried out under the Arterial Drainage Acts 1945 and 1995; and for flood risk management in the State.  Maintenance of all drainage schemes carried out under earlier Acts, for what are known as Drainage Districts, is the responsibility of the relevant local authority.  Local authorities also monitor water quality within their functional area, and have shared responsibility for creating a culture of compliance with water quality standards.  In addition, environmental concerns, fisheries matters and tourism or recreational issues, are dealt with by relevant agencies with responsibilities in these matters.

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