John Brassil (Kerry, Fianna Fail) | Oireachtas source

The programme for Government references a commitment to a rapid response to unprecedented weather activities and flooding. The Tánaiste will be aware of the serious storm and flood damage that occurred last November. Kerry County Council has requested €660,000 to help repair roads damaged by the flooding, about which I have also written to the Minister. The response received by the council, and by me, is that the cost of the work concerned is a matter for Kerry County Council. Does the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport, Deputy Ross, understand the role of a Minister and what he is supposed to do as a Minister?

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