HL Deb 22 January 2003 vol 643 cc102-3WA
Lord Laird

asked Her Majesty's Government:

Whether Waterways Ireland has any plans to restore and re-open the Ulster Canal as a tourist attraction. [HL991]

Lord Williams of Mostyn

Waterways Ireland has no plans to restore and re-open the Ulster Canal, but the question of funding is at present being explored by independent consultants.