Statement on Ministerial meeting on recent flooding
- Published on: 3 February 2026
- Last updated on: 3 February 2026
The Taoiseach, Tánaiste and Minister of State Seán Canney this evening held a meeting of senior Ministers to discuss the ongoing response to recent weather events and floods.
The meeting heard the adverse weather will continue throughout the week and into the weekend.
An update was provided on the emergency response, humanitarian support schemes, and measures to support communities facing further flooding.
Minister of State Kevin Boxer Moran informed the meeting that he has asked local authorities to identify interim measures to address the immediate challenges facing communities.
The Minister said 100 flood relief schemes are underway but interim solutions are required.
The meeting discussed the need for a permanent structure across Government to drive necessary reforms for a comprehensive response to extreme weather events.
The leaders agreed to meet again over the coming days.