229. Deputy Joe Carey asked the Minister for Public Expenditure and Reform the position in relation to a flood alleviation project (details supplied) in County Clare; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [18918/14]

An application by Clare County Council for funding under the Office of Public Works (OPW) Minor Flood Mitigation Works and Coastal Protection Scheme for works to alleviate flooding at Dooras, O'Callaghan's Mills is currently being assessed. The OPW will notify the Council of its decision shortly.