Dáil Éireann debate -
Thursday, 2 Feb 1995

Vol. 448 No. 5

Written Answers. - North Dublin Water Supply.

Ivor Callely

Question:

70 Mr. Callely asked the Minister for the Environment if his attention has been drawn to the inadequate water supply to certain areas of Dublin's north-side, where on occasions it may take hours and days for the house water tank to refill and at other times there is no water supply at all; and if he will have arrangements made to investigate this matter with a view to ensuring a satisfactory supply of water at all times. [2398/95]

Minister for the Environment (Mr. Howlin)

The operation of water services, including maintenance of supplies and pressures, is a matter for the local authorities concerned namely, Dublin Corporation and Fingal County Council.

My Department's programme of capital improvement works continues to provide for schemes which will improve the water supply situation on Dublin's north-side. These include the first phase of the north Dublin city arterial watermain which was completed recently and which was designed to provide significant improvement of water supplies to the area. In addition, major construction works are currently in progress at Leixlip water treatment plant — a major water supply source for north Dublin, to increase the intake and production capacity of the plant.

My Department has also recently commissioned a major study of water requirements in the Dublin region. This strategy study will be substantially completed by end-1995 and will provide valuable guidance for the future management of Dublin's water resources.