River Shannon Management Agency Bill 2016

Public bill · Private Member · Introduced

The River Shannon Management Agency Bill 2016 would establish a single agency within the Office of Public Works to assess and manage flood risks and defences along the Shannon. It would coordinate the work of bodies including the ESB, local authorities and the National Parks and Wildlife Service, take over relevant Shannon-related responsibilities, and prepare a flood-prevention strategy within three months. The agency could carry out drainage works, share responsibilities with public bodies, and would report annually to the Minister and the Oireachtas.

Formal long title

Bill entitled an Act to create a single competent authority to co-ordinate flood risk and management along the River Shannon and to provide for matters connected therewith

Last updated 12 April 2018