There have been wildly inaccurate claims regarding the new Building Control Regulations which are designed to help prevent scandals such as Priory Hall development and the use of pyrite. The new Building Control Regulations are very welcome because they establish a clear chain of responsibility. With enhanced traceability and accountability, homeowners will enjoy increased confidence… Continue Reading
Fine Gael TD for Galway West & Mayo South
Category Archives: Environment & Community
Minister Hogan saves taxpayers’ money through 66% reduction in environmental infringement cases – Kyne
Infringement cases reduce from 21 to 7 under Minister for Environment Phil Hogan Fine Gael TD for Galway West, Sean Kyne, has welcomed the news that the number of environmental infringement cases against the State has reduced by 66% since this Government took office, saving the taxpayer considerable sums of money in the process. Minister… Continue Reading
PQ No. 410 – 8th April – Membership of Construction Industry Register Committee
To ask the Minister for the Environment, Community and Local Government if he will confirm and provide the membership of the Construction Industry Register Ireland evaluation committee; if he will provide assurances that small to medium sized local builders as well as sole traders will not be at a disadvantage following the new requirements to… Continue Reading
Storm Damage Repair Works Progressing
The works on repairing damage caused by the severe storms of January and February are progressing at locations across Galway and Mayo. €11.4 million & €6.9 million in funding was allocated to Galway & Mayo respectively The severe weather of late December/January & early February caused substantial damage, including flooding, to homes, businesses, roads, walkways and other infrastructure. Coastal… Continue Reading
Submission to An Bord Pleanála re Galway Harbour Re-Development
Recently, I made a submission to An Bord Pleanála concerning the proposed re-development and expansion of Galway Harbour. The application has been made as a Strategic Infrastructure Development application directly to An Bord Pleanála. The submission was one of over 100 on the proposals which aim to develop and expand the harbour and port facilities… Continue Reading