News

18 May 2017

Work progresses on the Lough Egish RWSS to ensure its removal from the RAL

Lough Egish only water supply in Co. Monaghan on EPA's Remedial Action List (RAL)

• Part of prioritisation programme
• On schedule for completion 
• Will benefit over 10,000 users

16 May 2017

Swim prohibition notice lifted following repair and upgrade works at Kilkee Wastewater Pumping Station

Irish Water and Clare County Council are pleased to confirm that the swimming prohibition notice at Kilkee beach has been lifted

• Necessary repairs identified
• Aging pipes replaced
• Work completed on schedule

15 May 2017

Information event on innovative sewerage scheme for Gweedore a success

Up to 200 people attended event organised to outline details of innovative solution for Gweedore Sewerage Scheme

• An innovative solution
• Will improve water quality
• Future economic growth

12 May 2017

Minister Coveney opens new Kinvara Wastewater Treatment Plant following €5.1m investment by Irish Water

New plant will end the discharge of untreated wastewater to Kinvara Bay

• Essential for economic development
• Will protect the environment
• Will benefit tourist trade

12 May 2017

Consumers in Donegal asked to conserve and minimise water usage

Measures due to unseasonably dry weather conditions where records show the driest April in 67 years

• Historically low water levels
• Small changes, positive impact
• Public asked to report leaks

11 May 2017

Investment in Wicklow’s reservoirs improving the water quality for people in Co. Wicklow

Irish Water carries out final phase of maintenance work on Wicklow’s reservoirs

• Reservoirs cleaned
• Ongoing improvements
• Improved drinking water

11 May 2017

People on Inis Mór water supply asked to conserve water due to unseasonably dry weather conditions

Water restrictions in place from 11pm to 7am daily. Find out more about them today.

11 May 2017

Irish Water helping to protect Broadmeadow Estuary with progression of upgrade to Swords Wastewater Treatment Plant

Irish Water is progressing upgrade to the outfall pipe for the Swords Wastewater Treatment Plant. Find out more.

11 May 2017

Shortlist of sites for Regional Biosolids Storage Facility for greater Dublin

Public Consultation Period open on shortlist of five potential sites for a Regional Biosolids Storage Facility for the greater Dublin region

• New facility will meet demand for wastewater treatment within greater Dublin
• New facility will benefit the region by facilitating the growth of homes and jobs
• Will form part of regional upgrade of wastewater treatment network

10 May 2017

People of Tully and Letterfrack water supplies asked to conserve water due to unseasonably dry weather conditions

Water restrictions in place from 11pm to 7am daily. Find out more details here.