§ Rev. Ian Paisleyasked the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland what plans he now has in hand for the deepening and improvement of Rathlin Island harbour; and what is the date on which the work will commence.
§ Mr. ConcannonThe Moyle District Council has invited tenders for the work of deepening the harbour at Rathlin's North Pier but no contract has yet been awarded. As the hon. Member is aware, the council has commissioned an investigation, which is currently in progress, to establish the feasibility of providing a breakwater for the deepened harbour.
§ Rev. Ian Paisleyasked the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland what plans he has in hand for a piped water supply in Rathlin Island.
§ Mr. ConcannonAn investigation into possible sources of water supply has been completed. A scheme is now being prepared, and a decision on whether to proceed will depend upon estimated cost and available finance.
§ Rev. Ian Paisleyasked the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland if he will consider the giving of a grant to residents 152W of Rathlin Island for the installation of private electricity generators.
§ Mr. ConcannonGrants are already available towards the purchase of generators for agricultural purposes on viable farms. As the hon. Member is aware, the question of the provision of electricity on the island is being examined.