Phil Hogan (Carlow-Kilkenny, Fine Gael)
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Question 58: To ask the Minister for Finance if he will arrange for remedial action to repair the bank of the River Nore at Ballyragget, County Kilkenny to prevent further erosion; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [18377/09]

Martin Mansergh (Tipperary South, Fianna Fail)
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The Office of Public Works has no responsibility in relation to maintenance of the River Nore at Ballyragget. If details of the precise location and nature of the problem are provided, the matter can be investigated further. However, given existing demands on the OPW's resources for flood mitigation measures, where dwellings are at risk, works to address the problem will be considered only if there is substantial risk to life or property.