Debate contribution: Sea Defences: Donaghadee

Debate contribution by Mr Peter Martin on 13 October 2026.

MLA: Mr Peter Martin
Party at the time: Democratic Unionist Party
Date: 13 October 2026
Type: Debate contribution
Business: Oral Answers to Questions
Heading: Sea Defences: Donaghadee
Assembly identifier: Official Report component 5789833

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I thank the Minister for her answer. I think that it was no, but she did not really say that. Minister, you did, however, reference the coastal forum, which you co-chair with the AERA Minister. As far as I am aware, that has met once in the past two and a half years. Donaghadee urgently needs upgraded coastal defences to protect both the harbour and, as you mentioned, the part of the A2 that is your Department's responsibility, and no one is taking action. What concrete actions will you affirm to me to alleviate my concerns and those of my constituents about that particular stretch of road which, as you said, you have responsibility for?

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This follow-up belongs to: Oral question AQO 4099/22-27.

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