Malcolm Noonan (Carlow-Kilkenny, Green Party) | Oireachtas source

Gabhaim buíochas arís leis an Teachta as an gceist seo faoi áiseanna fuíolluisce ar An gCeathrú Rua a ardú. Geallaim go bhfuil an Rialtas tiomanta do mhaoiniú suntasach a chur ar fáil d'Uisce Éireann. Again, I have a stock response here but this an issue that I will take back through the Department to Irish Water. I am not fully familiar with all of the details of the project but if there is a suitable site, it should be considered. I agree with the Deputy that it is absolutely unacceptable for raw sewage to be discharging into watercourses. It is happening too much in our country. As I outlined in my earlier response, that is why it is critically important that we have put in place record investment for Irish Water to meet these requirements. However, it is important that it is done in the right way. It is important that it is done in the correct way and at the right location. I will take back the Deputy's concerns and will revert to her with a response.

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