The Office of Public Works (OPW) is being urged to improve its communication with residents over the flood relief project in Bandon, Cork.

Fianna Fail made the call after being told that both the OPW, and the contractor, WBL, have agreed to a number of measures to help keep the community, affected by the works, up to date on the project.

Bandon Deputy, Margaret Murphy O’Mahony said there has been a distinct lack of two way communication between the contractors and the local business community.

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She said: "A lack of information serves no one’s purposes, and I am thrilled to see that a greater focus will be placed on communicating with the people of Bandon.

"Some of the proposals include:

• Monthly newsletter to businesses and residents

• New project website to provide more information

• Appointment of a community liaison representative to help deal with issues as they happen

• Monthly open evening for residents to raise any concerns they have

"This is a major piece of investment in the town of Bandon. It is expected to continue for number quite a while, and as such, it’s important that there is buy in from all the stakeholders, especially those who have suffered from flooding, to ensure that the project can be delivered in as efficient way as possible."

(CD/MH)