327. Deputy Robert Troy asked the Minister for the Environment, Community and Local Government the progress he is making regarding solving the water shortage problem in Dublin; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [28285/14]

Since 1st January 2014, Irish Water is responsible for the delivery of water services capital infrastructure. Irish Water has recently published its Proposed Capital Investment Plan for 2014 – 2016 and this is available on the Irish Water website, www.water.ie. The further progression of all water services capital projects is now a matter for Irish Water to consider. Irish Water has confirmed to my Department that it has established a dedicated team to deal with representations and queries from public representatives. The team can be contacted via an email to oireachtasmembers@water.ie or by telephone on 1890 278 278.