Group water schemes legislation
Michael McNamara asks for legislation resolving group water schemes’ legal position under Irish Water. The Taoiseach points to a future water safety Bill but will seek clarification from the Environment Minister.
Group water schemes were left in a legal limbo following the enactment of the legislation establishing Irish Water. Promises were made that the issue would be dealt with. When will legislation be introduced amending the Irish Water legislation to cater for group water schemes?
Comment on this
A water safety Bill is scheduled for later this year but I am not sure whether it is the appropriate vehicle for dealing with the matter raised by Deputy McNamara. I will ask the Minister for the Environment, Community and Local Government to contact him directly to let him know the position in that regard.