Scheme to address pyrite in local authority houses imminent

A SCHEME to address pyrite in local authority homes is imminent.

North Mayo Councillor Sean Carey has queried the position, saying a big number of social houses are affected and to date there is no scheme to carry out repairs.

He asked the matter be followed up at department level so homes can be repaired.

Director of services Tom Gilligan said Mayo County Council is in contact with the department and a scheme is imminent.

It will be a replica of what is available for private houses.