Boho are rejected Emergency Finances

by Gráinne Connolly

Last year an Emergency financial Assistance Scheme was put in place by the Northern Ireland Executive.

The scheme was established for non-domestic properties, such as small business, recreational and community buildings, places of worship and farm businesses. 

A £1000 payment was to be given as contribution towards practical assistance, rather than compensation. 

Boho, a townland outside Enniskillen was deemed in-eligible, as it didn't meet the criteria for the scheme. 

The school, farms and roads were badly affected in the area. Leaving 3 roads closed, where even Emergency vehicles couldn't get through to the likes of elderly people. 

Residents are worried as to what will happen in 2017, if there is more heavy rainfall that could lead to flooding. 

The issue was raised at a Fermanagh and Omagh district council meeting last week. It came out that they did not receive funding as they weren't on the River Erne, they were on the River Sillies. 

The community feel discriminated against, as not all areas are qualifying for the funding, even though they are in need of help following the damages made.