Terence Flanagan (Dublin North East, Fine Gael)
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Question 265: To ask the Minister for Public Expenditure and Reform the position regarding a flood defence wall (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [41381/11]

Brian Hayes (Dublin South West, Fine Gael)
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The area concerned was assessed under the Fingal - East Meath Catchment Flood Risk Assessment and Management (CFRAM) Study which is ongoing. As part of the Study process, a draft Flood Risk Management Plan was published in October, 2011 which is currently out to public consultation until 30th January, 2012.

The draft plan identifies a preferred option to address the flood risk at Strand Road, Portmarnock, which proposes the strengthening and raising of existing coastal defences at this location, together with the construction of a flood defence embankment on the Sluice River.

The outcome of the study process will determine the measures to be implemented to address flood risk at the location concerned. An application submitted by Fingal County Council under the Minor Works Scheme for funding for works at Golf Links Road will be considered in this context, and having due regard to the availability of resources for flood risk management and any relevant environmental concerns.