Written Answers Nos. 350-369
350. Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Education and Youth when a proposed building project for a school (details supplied) will progress to the next stage; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [54669/26]
Amharc ar fhreagraAs previously advised my Department received the Stage 2b (Developed Design) submission for this project on 19 March 2026. The submission remains under detailed review from both a technical and cost perspective, in line with the Department’s Infrastructure Guidelines and due diligence requirements. Given the complexity of the evaluation and the need to ensure full cost compliance and alignment with the National Development Plan, this review is necessarily thorough.
The accommodation needs at this school will be considered as part of the ongoing overall department-led prioritisation process, in consultation with the school’s patron and school authorities. Progression to the next phase is contingent on the outcome of the review and the project’s alignment with the prioritisation framework under the National Development Plan.
Once this review has been completed, the Department will communicate the outcome directly to the school authority.
351. Deputy Danny Healy-Rae asked the Minister for Culture, Communications and Sport to provide an update on a matter (detailed supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [54354/26]
Amharc ar fhreagraSupporting a vibrant media sector in order to sustain the continued provision of independent, high-quality journalism, which plays a crucial role in providing objective, trustworthy and accurate information to the public is a priority for this Government.
In line with the recommendations of the Future of Media Commission, the General Scheme of the Broadcasting (Amendment) Bill contains measures to implement a statutory Media Fund. A suite of funding schemes catering to all parts of the sector currently operate on an administrative basis, pending the establishment of the new statutory Media Fund.
In January of this year, Coimisiún na Meán announced a total package of just over €15m under the schemes. The funding aims to enhance the provision of public-interest journalism, to assist with the modernisation of technology and digital infrastructure and to support the upskilling of staff within the sector.
Almost €5.7m of this was awarded through the Local Democracy and Courts Reporting Schemes to enhance the vital role of media service providers in reporting on public interest matters bringing the total under these schemes to date to €11.3m, with the majority of funding awarded to print and online publications.
The News Reporting Scheme supports the coverage of news matters which are under-reported or are at risk of under-reporting. €3.8m was awarded through the pilot News Reporting Scheme this year. A second funding round of the News Reporting Scheme closed for applications recently, with funding decisions expected shortly.
€2.7m was awarded through the pilot Digital Transformation Scheme, providing vital support for media outlets to upgrade and enhance their technology and digital infrastructure as well as to provide training and upskilling opportunities for existing staff in the context of an ever-changing and increasingly digitalised media landscape. Over €830,000 of this was awarded to print and online publications.
News publishers play a vital role in providing valuable public service content to the Irish public and contributing to the diversity and plurality of trusted voices in our media sector, thereby enhancing democratic participation and safeguarding our information space.
The Department of Enterprise, Tourism and Employment leads on copyright and artificial intelligence matters. The European Commission is currently reviewing the EU Copyright Directive and officials from my Department are engaging with officials from the Department of Enterprise, Tourism and Employment in that context.
352. Deputy Louis O'Hara asked the Minister for Culture, Communications and Sport if his Department provides financial supports or schemes which private businesses developing a sports facility including padel courts can avail of; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [54302/26]
Amharc ar fhreagraThe Community Sport Facilities Fund is the primary means of providing Government funding to sport and community organisations at local, regional and national levels throughout the country. The fund aims to foster an integrated and planned approach to the development of sports and physical recreation facilities and assists the purchase of non-personal sports equipment.
Grants are available to voluntary, not-for profit sports clubs, community groups, NGBs, and local authorities. Third level colleges, Education and Training Boards (ETBs) and schools may only apply for funding jointly with sports clubs or organisations. Private businesses are not eligible to apply.
353. Deputy Robert O'Donoghue asked the Minister for Culture, Communications and Sport the number of EU Presidency policy and administrative officers now employed on temporary contracts across his Department, in Ireland and abroad; if these individuals can apply to internal civil service competitions for these temporary contracts; the plans being developed to retain these individuals once their contracts cease, given they will have extensive and intimate knowledge of EU and Irish institutional operations; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [54589/26]
Amharc ar fhreagraThe number of EU Presidency policy and administrative officers employed on temporary contracts across this Department to date is as follows:
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Location |
Number Employed |
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Ireland |
2 |
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Brussels |
3 |
In respect of temporary officers employed in Ireland, as is standard practice across the civil service, only serving officers with not less than two years’ aggregate service in the civil service are eligible to compete in internal competitions in their current Department.
Temporary officers employed in Brussels carry no entitlement to established status in the Irish Civil Service. Those seeking to join the Department or the wider civil service on a permanent basis must, as per civil service recruitment policy, join through an open competition.
While the Department's existing staff cohort of permanent staff are responsible for chairing and hosting meetings, progressing policy and technical matters during the Presidency, temporary officers undertake administrative and general logistical support for meetings and events of the EU Presidency. Officials of my Department are committed to ensuring that these new colleagues gain valuable experience that they can take forward with them in their future careers.
354. Deputy Pa Daly asked the Minister for Culture, Communications and Sport the position regarding all actions in each of the Climate Action Plans 2021 to 2025 under the remit of his Department; to provide a breakdown of the legacy actions remaining, broken down by the year of the climate action plan they were initially included in; and the estimated timelines for completion, in tabular form. [54624/26]
Amharc ar fhreagraThe status of actions under the remit of my Department in the Climate Action Plans 2021 to 2025 has been reported in the Climate Action Plan Progress Reports available on the Department of the Taoiseach’s website: www.gov.ie/en/department-of-the-taoiseach/publications/climate-action-plan-progress-reports/#climate-action-plan-2021.
There are no legacy actions from Climate Actions Plans 2021-2025 for my Department to complete.
In addition to those actions led by my Department and/or the bodies under its aegis, my Department contributes to the delivery on Climate Action as a stakeholder. As set out in my Department's Climate Action Roadmap 2025, published on the Department's website, my Department has met the key climate targets in the Public Sector Climate Action Mandate, and has defined time-bound actions to progress to compliance with all the energy efficiency, climate action, and sustainability commitments in that Mandate. My Department also contributes to activating climate engagement and awareness across society including through cultural and sporting participation.
355. Deputy Donna McGettigan asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage if he will introduce a programme for the installation of water harvesting devices in as many homes in the State as possible to offset the effects of droughts and floods caused by climate change; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [54410/26]
Amharc ar fhreagraThere are no plans at this time to introduce a programme for the installation of water harvesting devices.
The Government's main objectives and priorities in relation to water services delivery are as set out in the Water Services Policy Statement (WSPS) 2024 – 2030 which was published 23 February 2024.
The WSPS supports the promotion of water conservation and water resource management as an important element of water services policy that is to be reflected in strategic investment planning by Uisce Éireann. For the period of the Policy Statement, this will involve the prioritisation of multifaceted programmes around leak detection and repair, network improvements, metering, public awareness campaigns and funding for addressing domestic customer leaks.
The concentration on leakage reduction first and foremost will ensure the greatest return on capital investment in terms of the overall impact on conserving water supplies and reducing the overall demand for treated water.
While water sustainability systems (e.g. rain water recovery systems, grey water usage, etc.) are not mandatory, they are being used increasingly in homes and buildings, and the Department has ensured that appropriate standards are referenced under Part H – Drainage and Waste Water Disposal – of the Building Regulations and the accompanying Technical Guidance Document H 2016. The Department also publishes design guidance for local authorities - Quality Housing for Sustainable Communities – which emphasises environmental sustainability and resource efficiency. The influence of this guidance extends beyond social housing provision to provide an important reference point in promoting sustainability issues generally.
356. Deputy Cormac Devlin asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage if as part of Budget 2027 he will consider bringing forward a scheme run by the SEAI to increase the number of residential water butts as a water saving measure; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [54762/26]
Amharc ar fhreagraThere are no plans at this time to introduce any scheme to increase the number of residential water butts.
The Government's main objectives and priorities in relation to water services delivery are as set out in the Water Services Policy Statement (WSPS) 2024 – 2030 which was published 23 February 2024.
The WSPS supports the promotion of water conservation and water resource management as an important element of water services policy that is to be reflected in strategic investment planning by Uisce Éireann. For the period of the Policy Statement, this will involve the prioritisation of multifaceted programmes around leak detection and repair, network improvements, metering, public awareness campaigns and funding for addressing domestic customer leaks.
The concentration on leakage reduction first and foremost will ensure the greatest return on capital investment in terms of the overall impact on conserving water supplies and reducing the overall demand for treated water.
While water sustainability systems (e.g. rain water recovery systems, grey water usage, etc.) are not mandatory, they are being used increasingly in homes and buildings, and the Department has ensured that appropriate standards are referenced under Part H – Drainage and Waste Water Disposal – of the Building Regulations and the accompanying Technical Guidance Document H 2016. The Department also publishes design guidance for local authorities - Quality Housing for Sustainable Communities – which emphasises environmental sustainability and resource efficiency. The influence of this guidance extends beyond social housing provision to provide an important reference point in promoting sustainability issues generally.
357. Deputy Roderic O'Gorman asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage the number of SHD applications which were remitted back by the High Court to An Coimisiún Pleanála for consideration and decision which remain undecided; the timeline for decision on these applications; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [54304/26]
Amharc ar fhreagraAn Coimisiún Pleanála is the national independent statutory body with responsibility for the determination of planning appeals and direct applications for strategic infrastructure and other developments under Planning and Development Act 2024, as amended, and certain other Acts
There are currently 16 SHD applications which were remitted by the High Court for reconsideration, and which remain undecided. Due to the nature of remitted cases and the complexities involved An Coimisiún Pleanála is not in a position to provide a timeline for decision on these applications.
Arrangements have been put in place by all bodies under the aegis of my Department to facilitate the provision of information directly to members of the Oireachtas. This provides a speedy, efficient and cost effective system to address queries directly to the relevant bodies. The contact email address for An Coimisiún Pleanála in this regard is [Oireachtasqueries@pleanala.ie]
358. Deputy Aindrias Moynihan asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage the position on advancing legislation on ReNure; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [54312/26]
Amharc ar fhreagraThe Joint Research Centre (JRC) reported on a list of potential suitable technologies for fertiliser derived from Recycling of Nitrogen Manure (RENURE) to be considered as a chemical fertiliser under the Nitrates Directive. Three of the technologies were put forward by the Commission and a vote was passed at the Nitrates Committee on the 19 September 2025 allowing the fertiliser from the three technologies to be considered as chemical fertiliser under the Nitrates Directive.
While Ireland voted in favour of the inclusion of the three technologies within the Nitrates Directive, Ireland requested at the Nitrates Committee that the other technologies included in the JRC Report would also be considered for inclusion as Ireland does not currently have the three technologies included.
Member States are not required to transpose the amendment and have until 2 March, 2028 to notify the Commission on whether they intend to transpose it or not. No Member State has transposed the amendment to date. My Department is considering the position in consultation with the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine.
359. Deputy Barry Heneghan asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage whether consideration has been given to establishing a national register of homes affected by defective concrete blocks, including properties that are not eligible for the existing remediation schemes; whether such a register could be used to provide a more accurate picture of the overall scale of the problem; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [54313/26]
Amharc ar fhreagraThe Remediation of Dwellings Damaged by the use of Defective Concrete Blocks Act 2022 as amended by the Act of 2025 underpins the Grant Scheme which provides grant funding to people whose homes have been affected by Defective Concrete Blocks (DCB).
A number of amendments contained in the Act of 2025 came into operation on 25 February 2026 and more recently further provisions commenced on 27 May 2026.
The current estimate of dwellings impacted by defective concrete blocks is 9,797. This figure is based on a revised estimate figure of 9,460 affected dwellings for private and social homes provided in Feburary 2026 from the City and County Manager’s Association, coupled with a previous estimate of 337 impacted dwellings for Approved Housing Bodies dwellings provided by the Irish Council for Social Housing. There is no plan to establish a national register of homes affected by defective concrete blocks.
360. Deputy Conor Sheehan asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage whether consideration will be given to extending the RAS pilot to cities outside of Dublin namely Cork, Galway, Limerick and Waterford; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [54343/26]
Amharc ar fhreagraThe Dublin RAS Pilot scheme was officially launched on 22 June 2026, and will operate for three years. Its purpose is to test whether enhanced supports can increase property owner participation in the Rental Accommodation Scheme (RAS) and make additional homes available to households with a long term social housing need.
As the pilot has only recently commenced, it will take time to evaluate its operation and impact. My Department will continue to work with the four Dublin local authorities through the Dublin RAS Pilot Working Group to monitor the pilot's implementation and impact including, the number of properties secured, property owner participation, housing outcomes, costs and value for money. The evidence gathered as the pilot progresses will inform any next steps.
361. Deputy Conor Sheehan asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage to provide an update on the implementation of the 23 recommendations contained in the Review of the Rental Accommodation Scheme (RAS) published in January 2025; the number of recommendations fully implemented to date; the timeline for the remaining modifications; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [54346/26]
Amharc ar fhreagraMy Department undertook a comprehensive review of the Rental Accommodation Scheme (RAS) which was published in January 2025 and contains 23 recommendations aimed at refocusing and rejuvenating the Scheme. The Review confirmed that both RAS delivery streams - Private RAS and AHB RAS - should continue and that RAS remains an important component of the social housing system.
Implementation of the recommendations is progressing. Thirteen recommendations have been fully implemented, with the remaining ten recommendations at various stages of implementation, review or examination.
Given the differing nature of the remaining recommendations and the policy, operational and financial considerations involved, there is no single completion date for implementing these recommendations. They will continue to be progressed on a phased basis, informed by engagement with relevant stakeholders and, where appropriate, evidence arising from the Dublin RAS Pilot Scheme.
362. Deputy Thomas Gould asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage the timeline for the full completion of the Cork City Northwest Quarter Regeneration Plan. [54358/26]
Amharc ar fhreagraBased on information provided to my Department by Cork City Council I can advise of the timeline below for delivery of the Cork North West Quarter Regeneration (CNWQR) Social Housing projects, by phase. Please note that Table 1 below includes social housing projects that are fully approved; Table 2 includes social housing projects that are going through the approval process.
Responsibility for the progression of individual projects and the associated delivery timelines lie with Cork City Council.
Table 1.
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Project Name |
No of Units |
Project Status |
Construction Status |
Projected Delivery Date/Completion Date |
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CNWQR Croppy Boy Phase 1 |
24 |
Contract Awarded |
Onsite |
Q3 2026 |
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CNWQR Knocknaheeny Phase 1B |
29 |
Complete |
Completed |
Q3 2017 |
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CNWQR Knocknaheeny Phase 1C |
41 |
Complete |
Completed |
Q4 2025 |
|
CNWQR Knocknaheeny Phase 2A |
47 |
Complete |
Completed |
Q4 2019 |
|
CNWQR Knocknaheeny Phase 2B |
38 |
Contract awarded |
Onsite |
Q4 2026 |
|
Regen CNWQR Knocknaheeny Phase 3B |
62 |
Contract Awarded |
Onsite |
Q2 2027 |
Table 2.
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Project Name |
No of Units |
Project Status |
Construction Status |
Projected Delivery Date/Completion Date |
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CNWQR Phase 4C West |
20 |
Pre Planning |
Not Started |
Q2 2028 |
|
CNWQR Knocknaheeny Phase 4 F |
23 |
Pre Planning |
Not Started |
Q4 2028 |
|
CNWQR Knocknaheeny Phase 3C |
24 |
Pre Planning |
Not Started |
Q4 2028 |
|
CNWQR Knocknaheeny Phase 3A |
15 |
Pre Planning |
Not Started |
Q4 2028 |
|
CNWQR Knocknaheeny Phase 1D East |
14 |
Pre Tender |
Not Started |
Q4 2028 |
|
Regen CNWQR Knocknaheeny Phase 4A |
43 |
Pre Tender |
Not Started |
Q4 2028 |
363. Deputy Thomas Gould asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage the timeline for the enactment of Killala Garden; and the plans for residents who remain in homes throughout these phases. [54359/26]
Amharc ar fhreagraKillala Gardens forms part of the wider Cork City Northwest Quarter Regeneration programme.
Cork City Council is advancing the phased delivery of social housing to facilitate the relocation of existing residents as part of the City Northwest Quarter Regeneration programme.
Killala Gardens forms part of Phases 4 and 5 of the regeneration programme. It is my Department's understanding, based on information provided by Cork City Council, that it is currently anticipated that the relocation of existing residents from Killala Gardens to their new homes will commence in 2027 and continue into 2028/2029 as the new homes currently under construction and at design stage come to completion.
364. Deputy Thomas Gould asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage whether any funding application or feasibility study has been supplied on regeneration in Blackpool, Cork. [54361/26]
Amharc ar fhreagraMy Department has provided funding approval to Cork City Council and Approved Housing Bodies for a number of individual housing projects in the Blackpool area.
At a strategic level, we understand that Cork City Council is currently preparing the ‘Blackpool Village Core Concept Design & Implementation Strategy’ which will be a non-statutory strategy focused on the revitalisation of the Blackpool village core which is due to be finalised and published in Q3 2026.
365. Deputy Thomas Gould asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage for an update on the Tarry Path regeneration in Mayfield in Cork. [54362/26]
Amharc ar fhreagraThe Tarry Path in Mayfield forms part of a wider renewal area.
It should be noted that regeneration is among the most complex forms of housing delivery. This is a challenging brownfield site within an existing community.
At feasibility stage, careful consideration must be afforded to continuity of community life, phased redevelopment, utility diversions and public realm requirements.
I understand from Cork City Council that when the initial feasibility is concluded and a procurement and design route chosen, a submission for funding will be made by Cork City Council to my Department.
366. Deputy Mark Wall asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage given the regional capacity allocations for solar deployment, the way in which the Regional Renewable Energy Strategy will be implemented at local authority level; the methodology that will be used to decide which allocation is made to each local authority; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [54382/26]
Amharc ar fhreagraThe Planning and Development Act 2024 and the Revised NPF (2025) provide the legislative and policy basis for the review and updating of Regional Spatial and Economic Strategies and local authority development plans.
Section 49 of the Act of 2024 obliges Local Authorities to prepare a strategy relating to environment and climate change while National Policy Objective 70 of the Revised NPF seeks to promote renewable energy use and generation at appropriate locations within the built and natural environment to meet national objectives towards achieving a climate neutral economy by 2050.
National Policy Objective 74 provides that each Regional Assembly must plan, through their Regional Spatial and Economic Strategy (RSES), for the delivery of the regional renewable electricity capacity allocations indicated for onshore wind and solar, and identify allocations for each of the local authorities, based on the best available scientific evidence and in accordance with legislative requirements, in order to meet the overall national target. The preparation of the three RSESs under the Act of 2024 commenced in March of this year.
National Policy Objective 75 provides that local authorities shall plan for the delivery of Target Power Capacity (MW) allocations consistent with the relevant Regional Spatial and Economic Strategy, through their City and County Development Plans.
A methodology to assist the Regional Assemblies prepare Regional Renewable Energy Strategies in a consistent and evidence-based manner was developed with input from Department of Climate, Energy and Environment (DCEE), my Department, the Sustainable Energy Authority of Ireland (SEAI) and the three Regional Assemblies.
All three Regional Assemblies commenced the statutory RSES review process at the end of March of this year and are now preparing their draft strategies.
The preparation of 10 year local authority development plans under the Act of 2024 is due to commence from 2027 and these plans will need to be consistent with the NPF and relevant RSES.
367. Deputy Charles Ward asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage whether properties owned or operated by an approved housing body (AHB), including supported accommodation, rehabilitation centres, and other residential facilities provided by an AHB for housing or care-related purposes, are eligible for assistance under The Apartment and Duplex Defects Remediation Bill 2024; whether such properties are considered “dwellings” for the purposes of the scheme; whether any exclusions apply to AHB-operated properties; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [54420/26]
Amharc ar fhreagraGovernment approval was received on 18 September 2024 for the priority drafting of the Apartment and Duplex Defects Remediation Bill (‘the Bill’). The purpose of this legislation is to place the defects remediation scheme on a statutory footing, further to commitments contained in the Programme for Government.
The scheme will provide supports for the remediation of relevant fire safety, structural safety and water ingress defects in purpose-built apartment buildings, including duplexes, constructed between 1991 and 2013.
It is intended that AHB-owned residential apartments and duplexes will be included within the scheme. However, buildings which do not fall within the meaning of apartment or duplex as defined within the Bill, will not be included in or eligible for remediation under the scheme. Drafting of the Bill is well progressed and I intend to publish the Bill in early course.
368. Deputy Michael Cahill asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage to urgently investigate the algae formation on Lough Leane and Muckross Lake, Killarney, County Kerry; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [54435/26]
Amharc ar fhreagraIn light of the current and on-going weather conditions, as a precaution Kerry County Council has erected signage at a number of locations along the shores of Lough Leane and Muckross Lake to advise members of the public of the potential for an algal growth in the water and on the shoreline. Members of the public are advised not to bathe in water if there are visible signs of algal growth in the vicinity. They are also advised to ensure that they keep their dogs under control as such algal accumulations can be harmful on ingestion by small animals. While the overall levels of algae are not of concern at the moment, Kerry County Council have received reports of localised transient accumulations of algae at a small number of locations along the shoreline. The situation is being monitored closely on an ongoing basis by Kerry County Council.
According to the latest information from the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Muckross Lake is at High Ecological Status, while Lough Leane is at Moderate Ecological Status and is not meeting its Water Framework Directive (WFD) objectives because the condition of the fish populations is not as it should be. All other parameters monitored under the WFD are satisfactory. Ross Bay, which is a small part of Lough Leane, is also at Moderate Ecological Status. Excess nutrients from the poorly performing Killarney Wastewater treatment plant is a contributing factor. The discharge from the plant flows into the Folly stream, which in turn discharges into Ross Bay. Given the continued identification of the Killarney Wastewater Treatment Plant as a significant pressure on the Folly Stream, the EPA has an open compliance investigation in relation to these matters and has sought clear plans and timeframes from Uisce Éireann in relation to the WWTP and discharges. The EPA has also placed Killarney Wastewater Treatment Plant on the Priority Areas List.
Uisce Éireann has advised that they have started Stage 1 Strategic Assessment for Killarney Wastewater Treatment Plant to assess the needs and options for the long-term needs for Killarney and to improve performance in line with updated environmental legislation. This assessment will continue in 2026 and into 2027. The rationale for the proposed upgrade project is to provide capacity for long-term growth and development in the Killarney area while achieving compliance with the Wastewater Discharge Authoritisation (WWDA) and not inhibiting the receiving waters from achieving WFD objectives. Given the scale and likely complexity of the works to be undertaken, the construction as part of any longer-term project will not be completed within the current Revenue Control period RC4 (2025 -2029). This is the regulatory and funding framework established by the Commission for Regulation of Utilities (CRU). The investment plan and the project progression will continue into the following RC5 (2030-2034) investment cycle. In advance of any upgrade project, Uisce Éireann are progressing planned capital maintenance and replacement works on the site in order to maintain the performance and continued WWDA compliance.
Lough Leane and Muckross Lake are also part of the Ross Bay Priority Area for Action (PAA) under the Water Action Plan 2024. Priority Areas for Action designated under the Water Action Plan are areas where work to restore and protect water bodies will be focused under the 3rd cycle, capturing the full extent of the work being undertaken in catchments that contributes to achieving water quality outcomes by a range of stakeholders. The River Basin Management Service, formerly known as the Local Authority Waters Programme, and which is funded by my Department, intends to carry out Local Catchment Assessments in this PAA in 2027.
In the case where agricultural activities are identified as causing a pressure on a waterbody the River Basin Management Service issue a referral to the Agricultural Sustainability Support and Advisory Programme (ASSAP) made up of farm advisors from Teagasc and the farm co-operatives. The ASSAP works collaboratively with the River Basin Management Service to identify issues and target areas for the implementation of measures on agricultural land. The Deenagh river drains into Lough Leane with work completed in the Deenagh PAA during the 2nd cycle. Referrals have been issued to ASSAP, and the PAA has been expanded for the 3rd cycle. The River Basin Management Service’s Communities team in Kerry continues to engage with local groups with the aim of protecting and restoring water quality in the area.
369. Deputy Roderic O'Gorman asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage for an update on the proposed exempted development regulations for residential dwellings; when the regulations are likely to be in place; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [54489/26]
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