Minister pledges to speed up culvert works in Bantry after fresh floods – The Irish Times

Minister of State Kieran O’Donnell has committed to fast-tracking plans to upgrade Bantry’s culvert system following severe flooding caused by heavy rains, resulting in millions of euros worth of damage in the town. The flooding on Saturday affected 20 businesses and homes, with water overwhelming the culvert system due to the volume of rainwater flowing down from surrounding hills. The Minister aims to address the issue promptly to prevent future flooding incidents in Bantry.

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