Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 17 February 2026
507. Deputy Donna McGettigan asked the Minister for Public Expenditure, Infrastructure, Public Service Reform and Digitalisation for an update on flood relief works for Shannon town and its environs; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [11611/26]
Amharc ar fhreagraShannon Town and its Environs are at risk of flooding from both coastal and fluvial (stream/river) sources. The main sources of coastal flooding are wave water overtopping of the embankment crest driven by strong winds during high tide periods and also through any potential breaches of the embankments. The main sources of fluvial flooding are the inadequate capacities of the existing drainage systems (surface water channels/culverts and pumping systems) and limited outflow capacities of the tidally affected outfall systems.
The design options for the Shannon Town & Environs Flood Relief works are being progressed to protect 1,237 residential and 163 commercial properties. A Value Engineering Review Workshop was held in January 2026 to consider all potential options for the Scheme. Meetings with the National Parks & Wildlife Services are also informing the potential options.
On completion of the review an emerging preferred option will be agreed by the project Steering Group. An Environmental Impact Assessment Report for the Scheme is projected to be completed in Q3 2026.
An additional Public Consultation Day is due to take place in Q3 2026 where the preferred Option will be presented to the public, prior to the submission of a planning application in Q4 2026.
