Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 11 October 2005
201 Mr. McGuinness asked the Minister for Finance if compensation has been awarded to property owners affected by the River Nore flood relief scheme; the number of property owners that have made a claim; the amount awarded to date; the final cost of the claims; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [27765/05]
View answerWork on the River Nore, Kilkenny City, drainage scheme was carried out by the Office of Public Works under the provisions of the Arterial Drainage Acts 1945 and 1995. These Acts also make provision for the assessment and payment of compensation in respect of works carried out under the scheme. Where it is felt that loss or damage has been suffered as a result of the works, it is open to the party concerned to submit a claim for compensation upon completion of the scheme. It should be noted that any benefit incurred to a property as a result of the scheme works will be offset against any losses sustained. To date, the Office of Public Works has received seven compensation claims. While all claims have not yet been settled the amount awarded to date, inclusive of costs, is €259,979.02.
