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23 October 2019
Wet wipes and plastic found on scenic Strandhill beach following local beach clean
Raising awareness about the problems sanitary items cause when flushed
- Remember The 3 Ps - pee, poo and toilet paper
- Wet wipes cause blockages
- Think before you flush
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
1 August 2019
Contract awarded for upgrade of Lough Talt Water Treatment Plant Project continuing as planned and on schedule
Contract will ensure a safe and secure water supply
- Works will commence shortly on site
- Project to be completed by end of 2020
- Boil Water Notice currently in place
17 July 2019
Water conservation campaign launched to encourage the public to use only what they need
52% of the public acknowledge that they waste water
- We all have to play a part in conserving water
- Small measures can have a big impact
- Safe, clean, treated water is not in unlimited supply
28 June 2019
Plans to upgrade Lough Talt water treatment plant announced
Works progressing to ensure a safe and secure supply of water
- Planning permission granted for essential works
- Current treatment plant does not provide adequate treatment
- The project will be completed by the end of 2020
14 June 2019
Working to provide a more reliable water supply and reduce leakage in County Sligo
Replacing ageing water mains across Sligo
- Works at Rinbaun, Cairns Hill and Bóthar an Corran
- Part of National Leakage Reduction Programme
- What is involved in each section of works
13 June 2019
Pesticide exceedances on the rise in some counties
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
9 May 2019
Local engineers visit state of the art Foxes Den Water Treatment Plant in Sligo
Ensuring a safe supply of water to over 11,000 people in Sligo
- Removal from EPA’s remedial action list
- Significant upgrades by Irish Water
- Vital piece of infrastructure for Sligo
3 May 2019
Permission granted for the Lough Talt Water Treatment Plant upgrade
Follows recommendation from Department of Housing, Planning and Local Government
- Works scheduled to commence in coming months
- Completion date expected in 2020
- Boil Water Notice remains in place