Violet-Anne Wynne (Clare, Independent) | Oireachtas source

I begin by acknowledging the passing of the former Cathaoirleach of Seanad Eireann Tras Honan, whose funeral took place in Ennis this morning. I also echo the sympathy expressed to Shane MacGowan's family on his sad passing today.

I want to raise with the Tánaiste the issue of wastewater treatment in Cooraclare and Broadford. As he is aware, a pilot scheme to fund wastewater treatment facilities in villages where no such facilities exist at present was announced last year and is awaiting roll-out from the Department. At the time, Clare County Council made detailed submissions for two villages to be included in the pilot scheme, namely, Cooraclare and Broadford. I have spoken with the Minister about this on many occasions. Both of the villages have campaigned for a long time. Unfortunately, others have promised them false dawns for the date for this, such as, most recently, 9 October. I would be grateful if the Tánaiste informs House when the Minister intends to make the announcement so these communities can finally get the answers they need.

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