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9 October 2020
Upgrading the water network in Newtown Co. Offaly to improve the water supply and reduce leakage
Works are part of the national Leakage Reduction Programme
- Works start Monday 12 October
- Some short-term water shut-offs
- Local traffic management will also be in place
6 October 2020
Boil Water Notice lifted with immediate effect for all customers supplied by Dunkerrin Public Water Scheme in Offaly
Following a number of satisfactory water samples and an audit of the treatment plant, the Boil Water notice was lifted
- The notice impacted customers supplied by Dunkerrin Public Water Scheme
- The notice was issued on 22 September as a precautionary measure
- We would like to thank the EPA and the HSE for their input and support
20 August 2020
Pesticide exceedances continue to be detected in drinking supplies around Ireland
Detection of pesticides may be as a result of specific spraying activities
- MCPA is a main pesticide being detected
- Users reminded to use best practice when spraying
- Basic steps for reducing pesticide risks
8 July 2020
Water Conservation Order lifted following heavy rainfall and recovery of sources
Lifting of Water Conservation Order better known as the hosepipe ban
- Lifted following heavy rainfall & recovery of resources
- Continuing to monitor affected water sources
- View our video for tips on how to conserve
7 July 2020
EPA Drinking Water Report highlights continuing high quality of public water supply
The EPA has recognised the continuing high quality of the public water supply
- Over 99% of water samples were in compliance
- 11 supplies removed from the Remedial Action List
- 15,000 lead service connections replaced against target of 9,000
1 June 2020
Water Conservation Order ‘increasingly likely’ as demand for water soars and drought conditions prevail
Handwashing and hygiene remain critically important
- Please choose handwashing over power washing
- Domestic water usage increased by an average of 20%
- Increase in commercial demand as businesses reopen
22 May 2020
Irish Water launches advice for businesses re-opening premises
Launch of new section to help ensure internal water and wastewater systems are made safe
- Tips to bring systems and devices back into use
- Issued listed relating to un-used water in buildings
- Working to maintain a safe & reliable public water supply
12 May 2020
Public urged to choose handwashing over powerwashing as domestic water usage increases by an average of 20%
Households are using an additional 24 litres of water per person per day
- Important to follow HSE guidance on hand-washing
- Appealing to prioritise handwashing over powerwashing
- View our video for tips on how to conserve
8 April 2020
Pesticide exceedances/detections continue across the country this year
Farmers and other users reminded 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
31 March 2020
Irish Water defers the introduction of new business charges to support businesses during the Covid 19 emergency
New framework was due to come into effect on 1 May 2020
- Situation is to be reviewed in the coming months
- We will keep businesses and their representative groups up to date
- We will continue to work with businesses who have been impacted