Nore drainage scheme draws harsh criticism
The Office of Public Works originally estimated the River Nore drainage scheme in Kilkenny City was going to cost €13 million, but the bill has now reached almost €48 million and may still rise further.
Coincidentally the suggested return on the investment from flood prevention also increased exponentially along the way, from an initial estimated economic benefit of €22.4 million to the present figure of €100 million:
