Debate contribution: New Builds: Waste Water Capacity

Debate contribution by Mr Justin McNulty on 3 November 2025.

MLA: Mr Justin McNulty
Party at the time: Social Democratic and Labour Party
Date: 3 November 2025
Type: Debate contribution
Business: Oral Answers to Questions
Heading: New Builds: Waste Water Capacity
Assembly identifier: Official Report component 5213082

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So, the Minister is saying that 400 units will be built in Newry over the next 10 years. That is not very ambitious. I am getting a different message on the ground from developers who cannot access the waste water treatment network because there is insufficient capacity; they cannot build on sites. There is a stalling of economic development and no housing for people who desperately need it. Minister, what is the story? No drains, no cranes. You are holding back development and holding back the economy. Can you show some ambition, please?

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This follow-up belongs to: Topical question AQT 1711/22-27.

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