Brian O'Shea (Waterford, Labour)
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Question 436: To ask the Minister for Agriculture, Fisheries and Food his proposals to address coastal erosion at Tramore, Ballyvoile, Helvick, Cunnigar, Dungarvan and Bunmahon, County Waterford; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [46159/08]

Brendan Smith (Cavan-Monaghan, Fianna Fail)
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In line with a recent Government decision, responsibility for Coastal Protection and Coastal Flooding will become the responsibility of the Office of Public Works with effect from 1st January 2009. Arrangements are currently in train to effect the transfer.

The Office of Public Works will therefore be responsible for the allocation of funding for Coast Protection works for 2009 and onwards. Any queries with regard to coastal erosion should be directed to that office.