Mr. Kevin Morey:

Any weir repair works being carried out by the local authority would require an application to An Bord Pleanála under section 177AE of the Planning and Development Act 2000, as amended. Our flood projects team has consulted the OPW and advises that any works to the weir, whether permanent or temporary, would require both a section 47 consent and a section 9 consent under the Arterial Drainage Act. In addition, we would need to consult fully with IFI regarding any in-river works in order to ensure that any proposals would not be detrimental to fish life, passage and habitats. We are also advised that, given proximity of the weir to Fermoy Bridge, approval will also be required from Transport Infrastructure Ireland, TII.

I will move on to the current proposals for permanent reinstatement.