Minister Gives Green Light To £3m Flood Scheme

A £3m flood prevention scheme for West Dunbartonshire has been confirmed following the recommendations of a public inquiry.

Minister for Environment, Roseanna Cunningham today announced that Knowle Burn Flood Prevention Scheme 2007 had been confirmed.

Ms. Cunningham said: "Flooding is a serious issue and it is vital that we have adequate protective and preventative measures in place. Not only can flooding seriously impact upon our natural environment it can also destroy businesses and even leave people homeless.


"The decision to confirm the Knowle Burn Flood Prevention Scheme without modification was made only after objections and evidence presented at the Public Inquiry had been carefully considered."

Following the Reporter's findings and recommendations it was concluded that the Scheme fulfilled the vital criteria in being technically sound, sympathetic to the environment, and would provide local people with a level of protection delivering value for money over the life of the Scheme.

Originally promoted by West Dunbartonshire Council to reduce flooding risk to 69 properties in Dumbarton, the local authority will now take forward the scheme to construction.

(GK/JM)