Update on water supply situation – 31st Dec to 4th Jan – updated 4.00 pm on 31st Dec

Update on water supply situation – 31st Dec to 4th Jan – updated 4.00 pm on 31st Dec

The water supply situation to 12.00am last night was as follows:

3oth Dec Production: 549 Mld Demand: 525.4 Mld

This represents a gain of 23.6 Mld and storage at Stillorgan is up to 561 Mld this morning. While this is headed in the right direction we have to be mindful of the revised regime we have put in place for today and tomorrow and its likely impact although of course it is a positive development for consumers. We are finding a lot of leaks associated with private property and if key holders do not check their premises they may not be able to resume business as intended next week.

Please note that it can take several hours for water to be fully restored to a premise after a shut off. Any complaints re lack of supply or to report a burst water main please e-mailmainswatercomplaints@dublincity.ie This e-mail address is monitored constantly and is the best method to lodge a complaint.

It should be noted that there could be a loss of supply in other areas at short notice due to broken mains and every effort is being made to advise people of these localised problems on this website. Where water supply has been off due to broken mains and these are fixed during the day, we will endeavour to alter the restrictions so that they get some water during the evening/night although this may be difficult to achieve in all cases.

The following are the times of restrictions/cut off over the next few days:

Friday 31^st December from 2pm no restrictions until 1am the following morning (1^st) and then pressure reductions only to 4pm (on the 1^st)

Saturday 1st January (pressure reductions and cut-offs) from 4pm to 12 noon 2nd January

Sunday 2nd January (pressure reductions and cut offs) from 6.00pm to 12 noon on 3rd January

Monday 3rd January (pressure reductions and cut offs) from 6.00 pm to 7.00 am on 4th January

Tankers have been sent to the following locations today from 10.00 am to 4.30 pm:

Artane Castle, Shopping Centre (Off Skellys lane), Coolock.

Sports ground, off Middle Third & near Abbeyfield, Killester.

Northside Shopping Centre, Oscar Traynor Road

Aldi, Santry Ave

Blackhall Place, Smithfield

St Margaret’s Rd (at Hampton Wood)

Dunnes Stores, Cardiffsbridge Rd, Finglas

Violet Hill, Glasnevin

Church on Griffith Ave (between Valentia Rd & Clare Rd)

Church at Griffith Ave (between Philipsburgh Avenue and Malahide Rd, At St Mary’s College

List of Areas and associated Water Restriction 31st December to 4th January (see above for times)

1. Ballyboden System – shut off

2. Slievebloom System – shut off

3. Ballyfermot System – shut off

4. Blackhorse Bridge System – Pressure Reduction with possible loss of water supply

5. Navan Road System – shut off

6. Mespil Road System – shut off

7. Anglesea Road System – shut off

8. Rialto Bridge System – shut off

9. Merrion Gates System – Pressure Reduction with possible loss of water supply

10. Belcamp System – Pressure Reduction with possible loss of water supply

11. Clarehall System – Pressure Reduction with possible loss of water supply

12. Shanliss System – Pressure Reduction with possible loss of water supply

13. Home Farm Road System – shut off

14. Rathlin System - shut off

15. Finglas System – Pressure Reduction with possible loss of water supply

16. Summerhill System -Pressure Reduction with possible loss of water supply

17. Christchurch System -Pressure Reduction with possible loss of water supply

18. Brunswick Street – Shut off

19. Sillogue Tower System – shut off

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Customers should be aware that unlike some other utilities, water distribution systems cannot be operated and managed to the point where the exact locations and precise times at which the effects of pressure alternations (both increases and decreases) will be experienced, however we do make every effort to ensure that the times and areas effected are limited to those mentioned above.

We would like to thank people for their patience and cooperation and we would ask that they report locations where they see water running/rising to mainswatercomplaints@dublincity.ie

Bogus callers may use the current water problems to gain access to houses. If a member of Dublin City Council calls to a property they will always carry and produce identification. If the caller asks you to check the flow of water at the taps, close the door fully while you do so. If you are in any doubt as to the caller’s identity, please do not allow access to your premises.

Update on the water supply situation in Dublin from 31st Dec to 4th Jan – update at 11.45 am on 31st Dec

Update on the water supply situation in Dublin from 31st Dec to 4th Jan – update at 11.45 am on 31st Dec

The water supply situation to 12.00am last night was as follows:

3oth Dec Production: 549 Mld Demand: 525.4 Mld

This represents a gain of 23.6 Mld and storage at Stillorgan is up to 561 Mld this morning. While this is headed in the right direction we have to be mindful of the revised regime we have put in place for today and tomorrow and its likely impact although of course it is a positive development for consumers. We are finding a lot of leaks associated with private property and if key holders do not check their premises they may not be able to resume business as intended next week.

Tankers have been sent to the following locations today from 10.00 am to 4.30 pm:

Northside Shopping Centre, Oscar Traynor Road

Aldi, Santry Ave

Blackhall Place, Smithfield

St Margaret’s Rd (at Hampton Wood)

Dunnes Stores, Cardiffsbridge Rd, Finglas

Violet Hill, Glasnevin

Church on Griffith Ave (between Valentia Rd & Clare Rd)

Church at Griffith Ave (between Philipsburgh Avenue and Malahide Rd, At St Mary’s CollegeList of Areas and associated Water Restriction 31st December to 4th January (see above for times)

1. Ballyboden System – shut off

2. Slievebloom System – shut off

3. Ballyfermot System – shut off

4. Blackhorse Bridge System – Pressure Reduction with possible loss of water supply

5. Navan Road System – shut off

6. Mespil Road System – shut off

7. Anglesea Road System – shut off

8. Rialto Bridge System – shut off

9. Merrion Gates System – Pressure Reduction with possible loss of water supply

10. Belcamp System – Pressure Reduction with possible loss of water supply

11. Clarehall System – Pressure Reduction with possible loss of water supply

12. Shanliss System – Pressure Reduction with possible loss of water supply

13. Home Farm Road System – shut off

14. Rathlin System - shut off

15. Finglas System – Pressure Reduction with possible loss of water supply

16. Summerhill System -Pressure Reduction with possible loss of water supply

17. Christchurch System -Pressure Reduction with possible loss of water supply

18. Brunswick Street – Shut off

19. Sillogue Tower System – shut off

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Customers should be aware that unlike some other utilities, water distribution systems cannot be operated and managed to the point where the exact locations and precise times at which the effects of pressure alternations (both increases and decreases) will be experienced, however we do make every effort to ensure that the times and areas effected are limited to those mentioned above.

We would like to thank people for their patience and cooperation and we would ask that they report locations where they see water running/rising tomainswatercomplaints@dublincity.ie

Bogus callers may use the current water problems to gain access to houses. If a member of Dublin City Council calls to a property they will always carry and produce identification. If the caller asks you to check the flow of water at the taps, close the door fully while you do so. If you are in any doubt as to the caller’s identity, please do not allow access to your premises.

We would like to thank people for their patience and cooperation and we would ask that they report locations where they see water running/rising tomainswatercomplaints@dublincity.ie

Bogus callers may use the current water problems to gain access to houses. If a member of Dublin City Council calls to a property they will always carry and produce identification. If the caller asks you to check the flow of water at the taps, close the door fully while you do so. If you are in any doubt as to the caller’s identity, please do not allow access to your premises.

Artane Castle, Shopping Centre (Off Skellys lane), Coolock.

Sports ground, off Middle Third & near Abbeyfield, Killester.

Friday 31^st December from 2pm no restrictions until 1am the following morning (1^st) and then pressure reductions only to 4pm (on the 1^st)

Saturday 1st January (pressure reductions and cut-offs) from 4pm to 12 noon 2nd January

Sunday 2nd January (pressure reductions and cut offs) from 6.00pm to 12 noon on 3rd January

Monday 3rd January (pressure reductions and cut offs) from 6.00 pm to 7.00 am on 4th January

It should be noted that there could be a loss of supply in other areas at short notice due to broken mains and every effort is being made to advise people of these localised problems on this website. Where water supply has been off due to broken mains and these are fixed during the day, we will endeavour to alter the restrictions so that they get some water during the evening/night although this may be difficult to achieve in all cases.

Please note that it can take several hours for water to be fully restored to a premise after a shut off. Any complaints re lack of supply or to report a burst water main please e-mailmainswatercomplaints@dublincity.ie This e-mail address is monitored constantly and is the best method to lodge a complaint.

Update on Water Supply from City Manager - Thurs Dec 30th at 1pm

Dear Councillor,

The water supply situation to 12.00am last night was as follows:

29^th December 2010 - Production 550Mld Demand - 534Mld

This represents a gain of 16Mld and storage at Stillorgan is up to 540Mld this morning. While this is good news there is still a lot of work to be done to stabilise the situation. It must be remembered that many businesses are still not back to work and all schools are still closed. Our crews continue to work on identifying leaks and dealing with burst pipes. We are maintaining our appeal to homeowners and all key holders for businesses, schools etc to check for leaks within their property.

The very restrictive regime will have to continue. But we are going to take cognisance of the festivities on New Years Eve. We will be applying restrictions and widespread cut-offs over the next few days as follows;

• Thursday 30^th December (this evening – pressure reductions and cut-offs)) from 6pm to 2pm 31^st December (tomorrow)

• Friday 31^st December from 2pm no restrictions until 1am the following morning (1^st) and then pressure reductions only to 4pm (on the 1^st)

• Saturday 1^st January (pressure reductions and cut-offs) from 4pm to 12 noon 2^nd January

• Sunday 2^nd January (pressure reductions and cut-offs)from 6pm to 12 noon 3^rd January

• Monday 3^rd January(pressure reductions and cut–offs) from 6pm to 7am 4^th January

Details will be on our website. We will continue to monitor the situation on a daily basis and if any changes to the above schedule are required these will be notified to you. Again it should be noted that there could be loss of supply in other areas at short notice due to broken mains and every effort is being made to advise people of these more localised problems on the website.

Where water supply has been off due to broken mains, and these are fixed during the day, we will endeavour to alter the restrictions so that they get some water during the evening/night although this will be difficult to achieve in all cases.

Details of tanker locations are updated as required on the website and our converted Fire Engine is filling tanks for hostels, nursing homes and hospitals where necessary. We would like to mention that Civil Defence is also assisting with tankers.

Yours Sincerely,

John Tierney

City Manager

Update on Water Supply Situation on Weds 29th December 2010 at 4.00pm

Update on Water Supply Situation on Weds 29th December 2010 at 4.00pm

DCC Water Restrictions

From 3.00pm on Wednesday 29^th December 2010

The thaw has severely affected the water mains network. Water leakage has increased considerably and the situation remains critical with demand for water still outstripping supply. In order to stop the drop in treated water storage it is essential that we continue to impose restrictions. The restrictions were extended in duration from last night. Details of the restrictions for tonight (29^th Dec – 30^th Dec) are given below. The restrictions have reduced demand but drinking water storage dropped yesterday (28^th December). It is likely that the current restrictions will remain in place throughout next weekend. However the situation will be reviewed on a daily basis and the restrictions may be altered as necessary.

Tankers have been sent to the following locations today: (from 10:00am to 4:30pm)

• Artane Castle, Shopping Centre (Off Skellys lane), Coolock.
• Sports ground, off Middle Third & near Abbeyfield, Killester.
• Northside Shopping Centre, Oscar Traynor Rd.
• Shopping Centre, Off Lorcan Ave.
• Aldi, Santry Avenue
• Blackhall Place, Smithfield
• St. Margaret’s Road (at Hampton Wood)
• Lidl Carpark, Jamestown Road

These locations may change in response to need.

The following locations may experience loss of supply due to localised problems.

East Wall at the point

Croydon Gardens

Holly Road

Barrow Street

Kilmore Road at Scoil Ieada

Brian Road, Marino

Mount Street Crescent

Highfield Road

We request key holders throughout the city to return to their premises as soon as possible to check for internal leaks and also to report any water rising.

List of Areas and associated Water Restrictions

Zone	Name	29/30/12/2010
1	Ballyboden System	Shut 6pm – 12noon
2	Slievebloom System	Shut 6pm-12noon
3	Ballyfermot System	Shut 6pm-12noon
4	Blackhorse Bridge System	Pressure reductions with possible loss of water
5	Navan Road System	Shut 6pm-12noon
6	Mespil Road System	Shut 6pm-12noon
7	Anglesea Road System	Shut 6pm-12noon
8	Rialto Bridge System	Shut 6pm-12noon
9	Merrion Gates System	Pressure reductions with possible loss of water
10	Belcamp System	Pressure reductions with possible loss of water
11	Clarehall System	Pressure reductions with possible loss of water
12	Shanliss System	Pressure reductions with possible loss of water
13	HomeFarm Road System	Shut 6pm – 12 noon
14	Rathlin System	Shut 6pm-12noon
15	Finglas System	Pressure reductions with possible loss of water
16	Summerhill System	Pressure reductions with possible loss of water
17	Christchurch System	Pressure reductions with possible loss of water
18	Brunswick Street System	Shut 6pm-12noon
19	Sillogue Tower System	Shut 6pm-12noon

Customers should be aware that unlike some other utilities, water distribution systems cannot be operated and managed to the point where the exact locations and precise times at which the effects of pressure alternations (both increases and decreases) will be experienced, however we do make every effort to ensure that the times and areas effected are limited to those mentioned above.

We would like to thank people for their patience and cooperation and we would ask that they report locations where they see water running/rising to mainswatercomplaints@dublincity.ie

Bogus callers may use the current water problems to gain access to houses. If a member of Dublin City Council calls to a property they will always carry and produce identification. If the caller asks you to check the flow of water at the taps, close the door fully while you do so. If you are in any doubt as to the caller’s identity, please do not allow access to your premises.

Latest Water Update from City Manager

Dear Councillor,

The water supply situation to 12.00am last night was as follows:

27^th December 2010 - Production 554.9Mld Demand - 575.8Mld

This represents a loss of almost 20.9Mld. Storage at Stillorgan is now down to 532Mld although during the night we did manage to put storage into some of the other reservoirs in the region. We still have a lot of work to do to stabilise the situation. Our crews continue to work on identifying leaks and dealing with burst pipes. We are maintaining our appeal to homeowners and all key holders for businesses, schools etc to check for leaks within their property.

The very restrictive regime will have to continue. As many schools and businesses are still closed for the Christmas period we are again applying restrictions and widespread cut-offs from 6pm this evening to 12 noon tomorrow. Details will be on our website. It should also be noted that there could be loss of supply in other areas at short notice due to broken mains and every effort is being made to advise people of these more localised problems on the website also. Where water supply has been off due to broken mains and these are fixed during the day we will endeavour to alter the restrictions so that they get some water during the evening/night although this will be difficult to achieve in all cases.

Details of tanker locations are also contained on the website and our converted Fire Engine continues to fill tanks for hostels, nursing homes and hospitals as required.

Brian McKeown and Michael Phillips have been doing the various radio and TV news programmes to highlight the current difficulties. We have customer service staff in to assist with taking calls from consumers.

We are very mindful of the importance of New Year’s Eve to business and we will advise you of our proposals in that regard tomorrow.

Yours Sincerely,

John Tierney

City Manager

Killester Water Supply Update

Killester Water Supply Problems

Dear Resident,

Once again many Killester residents are experiencing the intolerable situation of having their water supply totally cut off during the Winter period. This is not good enough.

Since last year’s problems I have been lobbying constantly for long-term solutions to be found to the under-lying low water pressure issues in the area. As can be seen below I tabled council questions as recently as October and December demanding action on this important matter.

The December reply detailed the works that have been taken since last January and states that ‘Over the last 6-8 months pressures have improved in this area’

I would urge residents to contact me to inform me as to whether or not you feel that water pressure has improved over the last 6-8 months.

I will continue to fight for a permanent solution to the problems experienced by residents in this area. In the meantime for regular updates on the water situation please forward me your email address or follow me on twitter at www.twitter.com/aodhanoriordain.

DUBLIN CITY COUNCIL

NORTH CENTRAL AREA COMMITTEE

18^th October 2010

Q.25 Question in the name of Councillor Aodhán Ó’Riordáin

“To ask the manager to investigate the ongoing water pressure problems in Abbeyfield, Killester Park, Middle Third, St Brigid’s and wider Killester area. To ask the manager if the water supply issues affecting these areas have been resolved and if the water pressure has been improved to a level where shortages should not happen in the future.

Reply:

Water Services Division is unaware of “ongoing water pressure problems” in this area. If details of addresses, streets or areas currently experiencing difficulties are submitted to the Division then they will be investigated.The water supply issues that affected this area in January were a combination of increased leakage due to the severe weather, increased demand due to householders running taps, increased demand due to hoarding of water and lack of treatment capacity.

Since January, local works have been carried out that will help to mitigate, to some degree, the impact on the area. Improved control on the bulk supply into the area allows the pressures to be more closely controlled and will help to provide a more flexible response should problems arise. The expansion of Ballymore Eustace will provide us with a small increase in production capacity which will help to reduce the impact if problems should arise again.

The fundamental problem of the very tight balance between supply and demand, while eased somewhat by the expansion works at Ballymore Eustace, still remains. It will be necessary to manage the situation carefully to ensure that there is a timely response to potential problems while the danger of over reaction is avoided.

Céline Reilly Area Manager

Contact: Brian McKeown, Divisional Engineer - 2224319.

DUBLIN CITY COUNCIL

NORTH CENTRAL AREA COMMITTEE

20^th December 2010

Q.27 Question in the name of Councillor Aodhán Ó’Riordáin

“To ask the manager in respect of the following areas Abbeyfield, Middle Third, Demense, St Brigid’s and Killester Park, Killester what works have taken place in the last 12 months to relieve the low water pressure issues continually experienced in these estates.

To ask does the manager accept that these areas experience unreasonably low levels of water pressure.

To ask does the manger accept that water shortages affect areas of low water pressure disproportionately.

To ask what plans exist within the City Council water supply framework for improving the water supply issues in the areas

Reply:

The following local works have been carried out since January,

· Cross connection at 205 Killester Avenue, 150mm linking the two 6” mains on either side of the road.

· Cross connection at 160 Killester Avenue, 100mm linking the two 4” mains either side of the road.

· Cross connection at 97 Killester Avenue, 100mm linking the 4” to the 6”.

· Cross connection at 9 Ennel Avenue 100mm linking 4” to 100mm.

· Maintenance work on telemetry instrumentation at valves in Fairview Park.

· Ennel Avenue, upsize 4” from St Brendan’s Park junction to the 6” at Moatfield Ave Junction to a 150mm.

· Junction of Harmonstown Road and Lein Road, confirm size of cross connection, if 4” replace with a minimum of 150mm.

· Harmonstown Road between the Lein Road and Lein Park junctions upsize existing 6” main to 225mm minimum.

· Cross connection on Brookwood Avenue at Howth Road, 100mm link between 4” mains.

· Junction of Kilester Avenue and Middle third – confirm size of cross connection between 6” and 5”/3”, if 3” replace with 5” equivalent.

· 94 Howth Road, dig to confirm section of 9” main on 12” and if found so upsize to 300mm.

The following works are ongoing

· Cross connection on Malahide Road at Griffith Avenue, 450mm connection between 24” and 18”.

· Cross connection at 60 St Brigid’s Road, 100mm linking two existing 4” mains.

· Existing 9” connection off 18” main to Gracefield Road, upsize to 300mm.

In addition improved controls have been installed at Fairview Park on the trunk main system supplying into the north eastern part of the city.

These works have allowed us to control supply more precisely so that pressures at peak demand times are maintained. Over the last 6-8 months pressures have improved in this area. In the current difficulties this area has had pressure restrictions but has not been part of the shut down programme. While levels of service have been reduced, here as well as in other parts of the city, supply has been maintained.

The construction of a new watermain along the coast from Fairview Park will provide an alternative route into this area. This project has just gone out to tender and subject to funding, should start construction in 2011 and be available for use late 2012/early 2013.

The expansion works at Ballymore Eustace have improved the supply situation slightly. Two other projects, one in Kildare and one in Fingal, are at tendering stage at present. However they are unlikely to provide extra water until late 2013 at the earliest. The fundamental supply / demand balance remains tight and will remain tight for the next number of years.

Funding for rehabilitation will be key to reducing leakage levels especially in the older parts of the network. Consumers can also help by being aware of their water consumption, conserving water at all times and reducing their demand as much as possible.

Céline Reilly

Area Manager

Contact: Brian McKeown, Divisional Engineer - 2224319.

Update on Water Supply

Dear resident,

Please see below the latest update from the City Manager's Department given to Councillors. Please be advised that water tankers are available from Middle Third Killester and Artane Castle from this morning.

Kind Regards

Aodhan O Riordain

Dear Councillor,

The water supply situation deteriorated further last night:

27^th December 2010 - Production 554.2Mld Demand - 624.7Mld

This represents a loss of over 70Mld. Storage at Stillorgan is now down to 551.5Mld. It must be remembered the lowest we have ever gone in Stillorgan has been around 400MLd and in effect that is rock bottom. If we combine the impact of the last two days there has been a loss of 130Mld. This is unprecedented and the worst two day event on record. As pointed out yesterday the rapid thaw is having a disastrous effect. Temperatures have changed by almost 25 degrees over three days. We have mobilised all crews to both identify leaks and to deal with burst pipes. We are also appealing to homeowners and all key holders for businesses, schools etc to check for leaks within their property. There are problems all over the country with reservoirs at record low levels.

The very restrictive regime will have to continue. As many schools and businesses are still closed for the Christmas period we are applying restrictions and widespread cut-offs from 6pm this evening to 12 noon tomorrow. Details are being uploaded onto our website and should be available from 1pm. It should also be noted that there could be loss of supply in other areas at short notice due to broken mains and every effort will be made to advise people of these more localised problems on the website also.

We sterilised our tankers yesterday in preparation for assisting in the most affected areas today and again these will be on website from 1pm. Already a tanker is being deployed deployed to the Middle Third in Killester and we are in the process of deploying a tanker to Artane Castle. Our converted Fire Engine is filling tanks for hostels, nursing homes and hospitals as required.

Brian McKeown and Michael Phillips are continuing to do various radio and TV news programmes to highlight the current difficulties. We have customer service staff in to assist with taking calls from consumers.

Yours Sincerely,

John Tierney

City Manager

STARDUST SITE PLANNING APPROVAL A BAD DAY FOR ARTANE

STARDUST SITE PLANNING APPROVAL A BAD DAY FOR ARTANE

Statement from Cllr Aodhán Ó Ríordáin

Saturday December 18th 2010

The decision yesterday to grant planning permission for the a major development, including the construction of 178 dwelling units and an 81 room hotel, at the Butterly Business Park is a bad day for Artane (Planning Ref 2785/10). The site is the location of the Stardust nightclub fire, which claimed the lives of 48 young people almost thirty years ago.

I am genuinely taken aback that the City Council Planning Department would consider should a large-scale development to be appropriate in this long-established residential community.

To my mind, this proposal amounted to a gross over-development of the site, with little or no consideration to the local community.

I will be lodging a personal appeal to An Bord Pleanala, in conjunction with local resident, to ensure that responsible development takes precedent in this proud community.

ENDS

Latest Water Update - 5.40pm Monday Dec 13th

ifig Preas, Roinn Seirbhísí Corparáideacha,

Oifigí na Cathrach, An Ché Adhmaid, BAC 8, Éire

Press Office, Corporate Services Department

Civic Offices, Wood Quay, Dublin 8, Ireland

T. 01 222 2170 F. 01 2222681 E. info@dublincity.ie

Press Release 13 December 2010

Nightime Water Restrictions to remain in place for the next three nights to deal with Water Supply Shortages

Dublin City Council regrets to advise consumers that we have no choice but to continue the current programme of overnight restrictions from 7.00pm to 7.00am, tonight, tomorrow and Wednesday, because we need to get reasonable quantities of water back into storage. Stillorgan Reservoir alone requires approximately 120 million litres. The City Council will reassess the situation on Wednesday to see if we can alter the hours of restriction to assist those with evening trade on Thursday (16^th), Friday (17^th) and Saturday (18^th).

We acknowledge and appreciate the high level of co-operation and assistance already received from consumers. We are asking them to continue to reduce their water consumption and not to leave taps running. With their continued support we will endeavour to reduce the level of restrictions at the earliest opportunity. We would advise consumers to visit www.taptips.ie, which provides a number of very simple steps that people can take, at home and at work, to conserve water without adversely impacting on their daily lives.

We are fixing leaks as we find them but the reduced pressure in the system means that some of these have not yet come to the surface. We are also faced with the situation where more cold weather is forecast for later in the week. With the current programme of nightly restrictions, the public’s co-operation in conserving water, and finding and fixing leaks, we hope to restore normal supply as soon as we can.

Ends.

For further information please contact Dublin City Council Press Office at Tel: 086 8150010.

Update on Water Supply from City Manager - 12/12/20

Dear Councillor,

I set out hereunder a further update on the water supply situation, today - 12/12/2010.

Production last night was 557Mld. However, demand was 555Mld. As we have not made the progress we had hoped for, the restrictions will remain in place from 7pm tonight to 7am tomorrow morning. A decision will be made tomorrow in respect of what what needs to be done for Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday night and you will be duly informed.

Yours Sincerely,

John Tierney

City Manager

Comparison between Labour and FF/GP/IND Budget

	FF Budget 2011	What Labour says
Headline figures	€6bn adjustment	€6bn risks killing off the economy: €4.5bn is as much as country can handle. 50:50 cuts and revenue raising, incl. €960m in current spending cuts.
Tax	Tax credits (personal & employee) reduced by €360 Standard rate band cut by €3,600 Universal Charge applied to people on low pay No mention of tax exiles	48% on single incomes over €100k Reduce personal tax credit by €250 €100m to be collected annually from tax exiles
Jobs	Reform of Business Expansion Scheme. Extension employers’ PRSI holiday to end 2011 10,000 internships; 5000 Community Employment places	€500m jobs fund to be re-invested in a jobs strategy & 60,000 education & training places/internships for unemployed people Extend employers’ PRSI holiday to 18 months for new employees who have been on the dole for 6mths+ Competitiveness measures like a 3 yr wage freeze; control of professional fees; reform of commercial leases
Public service pay/numbers	Salary cap of €250k All new entrants to take 10% pay cut Reduction of 7,000 employees this year.	€400m reduction in pay bill should be minimum target for 2011. Scope for reduction of 15-20,000 employees between 2011-2014; would include voluntary redundancies. Salary cap of 190k, incl. heads of semi-states

	FF budget 2011	What Labour says
Welfare	Cut all welfare rates (except state pension) by €8 per week No increase in qualified child allowance. €10 Child Benefit cut for 1st two children; €20 for 3rd child; €10 for 4th child+ Tax credit for an incapacitated child cut by €360; Home carer tax credit cut by €90	No change in headline welfare rates. No cut in child benefit. €100m target for fraud reduction. €65m in reform of rent supplement. €50m in misc. reforms
Pensioners	Age exemption limit for married pensioners cut by €4,000 New passport fees for pensioners
Education	€500 increase in student registration charge for 1st child; €200 charge for PLC courses. 4% reduction in student grant; restriction of eligibility. School transport at 2nd level to go up to €350, €50 charge for primary pupils. 5% cut in school budgets – 200 pupil school loses €2,000 for day-to-day bills. €18m cut in National Educational Psychological Service; psychologist numbers frozen. ‘4 Year Plan’ includes cutting 1,200 teaching posts, the majority dealing with disadvantaged children.	Education budget protected. No increase in class sizes No increase in 3rd level charge; no €200 charge for post-Leaving Cert courses. €31m savings through admin savings; integrating senior traveller training; & reducing allocation to teacher training colleges.

	FF budget 2011	What Labour says
Pensions	€116m saved through limited reform	Earmarked €400m saving through far-reaching reform, incl. - Capping level of tax relief on pension contributions - Reducing max tax-free lump sum - Reducing max pension fund - Including pension tax relief in the calculation of minimum effective tax rate of tax
Health	€727m cut in total €43m cut in childcare and youth services. Cuts in professional fees; what the state pays for drugs similar to ours	€391.8m savings that do not hit frontline services. Incl. 8% cut in fees for doctors, dentists, pharmacists; €200m savings through better use of generic drugs.
Politics	Cut Taoiseach by €14k Cut Ministers by €10k	Cut Taoiseach by €38k Cut Ministers by €32.5k Total saving from Oireachtas of €5m