Colm Burke (Fine Gael)

I thank the Minister of State for her response. The problem for residents in the area is this has become such a priority on foot of 20 breaks since 1 January and there does not appear to be a solution. The county council has put in place pressure valves to try to resolve the problem to an extent by stopping the breakage that is taking place. However, this appears to be a temporary solution only, as the entire pipe network appears to be collapsing. Consequently, I ask the Department to give priority to this area if at all possible, given the council has even costed the work. I appreciate the Minister of State's comprehensive answer on the matter.