A Clare government Senator says Ireland needs to spend "billions" of euro on flood protection works.
Ennistymon Fine Gael Senator Martin Conway's comments come in wake of Storm Desmond, and the resulting issues throughout the country, including at Springfield in Clonlara.
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The latest bout of flooding is already leading to calls for a comprehensive series of works to assist the affected areas.
Senator Conway says that needs, and also deserves, strong financial backing.
