Programme for Government
Mr. Gormley: The Taoiseach has told the House he is committed to a climate-change strategy. Does he agree the strategy must be a multi-faceted approach which is not just about the reduction of CO2, but is about getting the simple things right? Does the Taoiseach agree that many of the gullies in this town are blocked because of builders who should be penalised as a consequence? Does he agree climate change will result in increased rainfall and a rise in sea levels? If the Taoiseach does not do something about flood defences and blocked gullies he will once again be standing in his wellies in Drumcondra.
An Ceann Comhairle: The Deputy has asked his question and is now making a statement.
Mr. Gormley: I do not wish to see another photograph like that. The Taoiseach must try to get the simple things right.
The Taoiseach: I will reply first to Deputy Gormley’s question on climate change. Obviously, people should not get away with breaches of the law, be they contractors or otherwise.
Mr. Gormley: It is already happening.
The Taoiseach: There are powers in place to allow local authorities to take action against those who damage or block gullies.