Darragh O'Brien (Dublin Fingal, Fianna Fail)
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In July 2019, my Department launched the multi-annual Developer-Provided Water Services Infrastructure Resolution Programme 2019-2021. Bids were sought from local authorities for funding under the programme and nineteen local authorities with Developer-Provided Water Services Infrastructure in estates in their areas made applications for funding. Cork County Council included the village referred to in its application, under the estate Churchfield.

My Department completed a preliminary evaluation and clarification process on the bids received from the local authorities. An Expert Panel, which includes Departmental, stakeholder and independent representation, has examined all relevant bids and has made recommendations on the suitability of projects for funding under the programme.

The recommendations have been made based on criteria set out in the Framework document issued to local authorities when requesting proposals. It is expected that an announcement on approvals and allocations will be made very shortly.