Mairead Farrell (Galway West, Sinn Fein) | Oireachtas source

I want to raise the issue of regular flooding on the Kylemore road in County Galway. When flooding occurs, it no longer likes a road but instead like a river. It is extremely dangerous for people who are trying to pass. The road is regularly used by tourists, who may not understand the dangers posed by the flooding. When it is impassible, it means a 30 km detour for anybody wanting to go through there. An associated issue is that concerns have been raised about the impact dredging would have on the pearl mussel. I am sure the Minister of State will agree that if a report needs to be done, it should be done now. We cannot continue with a situation where flooding is occurring at the same level as it currently is, given the impact on members of the local community going about their daily business.

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