The Environmental Protection Agency says the public's health is being put at risk by the current drinking water arrangements.
It will appear before an Oireachtas committee today to discuss the recent failures at the Gorey and Ballymore Eustace plants. The watchdog will say it has discovered similar incidents around the country recently, with a delay in notifying health officials of problems.
The EPA will call for immediate improvement by Irish Water and local authorities
Wicklow Faces Ongoing Flood Risks Despite Improvement in Weather Conditions
With public concerns regarding blocked drains and gullies, Wicklow County Council Chief says that even properly maintained systems are being overwhelmed
Wicklow Coastal Areas Best Avoided During Status Orange Alert
Flooding is a safety concern with waves crashing over Wicklow Town Promenade, Bray Seafront and Arklow’s North Beach.
*UPDATE* Wicklow Orange Rain Warning Change As Flood Risk Remains High
Dublin joins Wicklow and Waterford under Status Orange rainfall warnings for Thursday
Wicklow Flood Relief: Support Available for Businesses and Community Groups
Emergency Humanitarian Flooding Scheme offers up to €100,000 to help restore premises damaged by recent floods.
UPDATE: Ban On Scrambler Bikes In Public Spaces Agreed By Cabinet
Tánaiste, Wicklow TD Simon Harris called for an outright ban on scramblers from public roads and public spaces
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Heavy rain shower
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Heavy rain shower
High: 10°C | Low: 4°C
