Written answers
Tuesday, 7 November 2023
Department of Public Expenditure and Reform
Flood Risk Management
Colm Burke (Cork North Central, Fine Gael)
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366. To ask the Minister for Public Expenditure and Reform when the final public consultation on the Blackpool flood relief scheme will take place; what format it will take, particularly in light of recent flooding; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [47942/23]
Paschal Donohoe (Dublin Central, Fine Gael)
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My Department has engaged independent environmental consultants to examine the environmental assessments undertaken by the Office of Public Works in order to reach a reasoned conclusion on the environmental impacts of the scheme in accordance with the European Union (Environmental Impact Assessment) (Arterial Drainage) Regulations 2019.
These examinations are currently being progressed. It is a requirement under the Regulations to hold a period of public consultation for such a scheme. The timing of this consultation will be determined on the basis of advice received having regard for the wider confirmation process.
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