Menu
03/03/2022
Major Flood Alleviation Scheme Complete In Belfast
A £365,000 flood alleviation scheme on the La Salle Stream in the Riverdale Park East area of West Belfast has been completed, Infrastructure Minister Nichola Mallon has announced.
Approximately 180 metres of new culvert has been constructed with some re-planting planned for the Spring.
Minister Mallon said: "Due to this significant investment, 10 homes in the area now benefit from a reduction in flood risk. Given this is an area with a history of flooding I hope this brings some reassurance to these homeowners in the Riverdale Park East area.
"I committed during my time as Minister to taking action to protect homes and businesses from flooding and I have followed through on this commitment by allocating £19 million in funding for flood alleviation schemes across the North in my 2021/22 budget, an increase of £11 million from last year. Schemes like this one on the La Salle Stream demonstrate how our infrastructure can improve the lives of people and communities across the North."
Approximately 180 metres of new culvert has been constructed with some re-planting planned for the Spring.
Minister Mallon said: "Due to this significant investment, 10 homes in the area now benefit from a reduction in flood risk. Given this is an area with a history of flooding I hope this brings some reassurance to these homeowners in the Riverdale Park East area.
"I committed during my time as Minister to taking action to protect homes and businesses from flooding and I have followed through on this commitment by allocating £19 million in funding for flood alleviation schemes across the North in my 2021/22 budget, an increase of £11 million from last year. Schemes like this one on the La Salle Stream demonstrate how our infrastructure can improve the lives of people and communities across the North."
Related Northern Ireland News Stories
Click here for the latest headlines.
26 April 2024
Executive 'Has No Idea What Their Priorities Are' – SDLP
The Executive's budget fails to deliver meaningful change for people in Northern Ireland, SDLP Leader of the Opposition Matthew O'Toole MLA has said.
Executive 'Has No Idea What Their Priorities Are' – SDLP
The Executive's budget fails to deliver meaningful change for people in Northern Ireland, SDLP Leader of the Opposition Matthew O'Toole MLA has said.
08 September 2021
Lagan Construction Appointed For Belfast Flood Alleviation Scheme
The contract for a major flood alleviation scheme for Belfast has been awarded to Lagan Construction, Infrastructure Minister Nichola Mallon has announced. The £17 million Belfast Tidal Flood Alleviation Scheme involves the detailed design and construction of over five miles (approximately 8.
Lagan Construction Appointed For Belfast Flood Alleviation Scheme
The contract for a major flood alleviation scheme for Belfast has been awarded to Lagan Construction, Infrastructure Minister Nichola Mallon has announced. The £17 million Belfast Tidal Flood Alleviation Scheme involves the detailed design and construction of over five miles (approximately 8.
23 August 2022
Strabane Flood Works Get Underway This Week
Infrastructure Minister John O'Dowd has returned to the Ballycolman Estate in Strabane as work gets underway on an Interim Flood Alleviation Scheme.
Strabane Flood Works Get Underway This Week
Infrastructure Minister John O'Dowd has returned to the Ballycolman Estate in Strabane as work gets underway on an Interim Flood Alleviation Scheme.
28 February 2022
Further Tree Clearances In Belfast Tidal Flood Alleviation Scheme
The Department of Infrastructure has announced the that further essential tree clearances will continue today ahead of bird nesting season as part of the next phase of the Belfast Tidal Flood Alleviation Scheme.
Further Tree Clearances In Belfast Tidal Flood Alleviation Scheme
The Department of Infrastructure has announced the that further essential tree clearances will continue today ahead of bird nesting season as part of the next phase of the Belfast Tidal Flood Alleviation Scheme.
16 September 2021
Shimna River Flood Alleviation Scheme Construction Contract Awarded
Infrastructure Minister Nichola Mallon has announced that the construction contract for the £5.1 million Shimna River Flood Alleviation Scheme has been awarded to Dawson WAM Ltd. The project involves the construction of approximately 1430 metres of flood walls and embankments. It is anticipated that works will commence on site in the coming weeks.
Shimna River Flood Alleviation Scheme Construction Contract Awarded
Infrastructure Minister Nichola Mallon has announced that the construction contract for the £5.1 million Shimna River Flood Alleviation Scheme has been awarded to Dawson WAM Ltd. The project involves the construction of approximately 1430 metres of flood walls and embankments. It is anticipated that works will commence on site in the coming weeks.
-
Northern Ireland WeatherThis Evening and Tonight:Showers gradually die out to leave good clear spells in the evening and overnight. This will allow a few fog patches to develop in places. A cold night with some ground frost. Minimum temperature 2 °C.
