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20 December 2019
Boil Water Notice lifted for all customers on the Whitegate Regional Water Supply with immediate effect
Water being supplied to the area is safe to drink
- Detailed examination of each stage of the treatment process
- Improved monitoring and controls
- We are continuing to carry out improvement works at the plant
20 December 2019
Full capacity restored at Bennettsbridge Water Supply Scheme
No further restrictions will be put in place
- Notice issued following deterioration of raw water quality
- Crews worked throughout the day to restore production
- Call 1850 278278 if experiencing issues
16 December 2019
Public urged not to let their festive cooking become a pain in the drain this Christmas
Survey reveals that 58% of the public pour fats, oils and greases down the kitchen sink
- Almost 8,000 reported sewer blockages cleared this year
- Survey revealed sink often treated as a bin
- Play your part by thinking before pouring this Christmas
3 December 2019
The Story of Water, a new documentary exploring the development and current state of Ireland’s public water network
The Story of Water, Sunday 8 December at 7pm on Virgin Media Two
- Understand the role that water plays in your daily life
- Learn more about your water and where it comes from
- Hear individual personal stories from all over Ireland
2 December 2019
Over 4,600 people in Bennettsbridge area now have safe drinking water
Removal of Bennettsbridge water supply from Remedial Action List
- 4,600 people with safe drinking water
- Previously insufficient protection against cryptosporidium
- Upgrades now provide an advanced treatment process
19 November 2019
Think Before You Flush on World Toilet Day
Irish Water, Clean Coasts and the NCAD unveil an installation of 4 toilets with a difference
- Part of a 'Design for Debate' project
- Installation of four toilets displayed in Heuston and Connolly stations
- World Toilet Day is celebrated annually on 19 November
14 October 2019
Pesticides detected in drinking water supplies across Ireland
Farmers and other users urged to use best practice when spraying
- Improper use means pesticides can end up in drinking water
- Regulations for pesticides are very stringent
- Basic steps for reducing pesticide risks
17 September 2019
Public input sought on site selection for Regional Sludge Hub Centres
Consultation opens on 24 September and closes on 22 October 2019
- Inviting feedback from public and interested stakeholders
- 3 regional sludge hub centres
- Based on environmental, planning, economic & technical factors
17 September 2019
Upgrade works ensure clean, safe and secure of water for homes and businesses around Ireland
National Disinfection Programme
- Over €65 million being invested as part of programme
- Minimising the risk of Boil Water Notices
- Upgrades to over 190 sites nationwide to date
3 September 2019
Night time restrictions introduced in Bennetsbridge, Co. KilKenny
Significant leaks and high water demand
- Restrictions Tuesday 3rd to Thursday 5th September, 10pm-6am
- Leak repair works underway with Kilkenny County Council
- Customers asked to conserve water as much as possible