Half of wet wipes found in a study of Irish waters were branded as 'flushable' but actually contained microplastic pollutants.
The survey, co-authored by NUI Galway, carried out research into white fibre pollutants in the waters around three treatment plants in Galway city, Bell Harbour in Clare and Bellacragher in Mayo.
Lead author Liam Morrison from NUIG says the Covid-19 crisis may have made the situation worse.
Wicklow Based UCD Professor Charged with Harassment
The academic, who lives in Bray, is also accused of illegally accessing student data on the UCD network.
Two New EV Charging Hubs Open For Wicklow Motorists
A study from Chill Insurance last year ranked Wicklow among Ireland's counties with limited EV charging infrastructure.
Adam Corcoran Guilty Of Murder Of Daena Walsh
The young mum, a Roundwood native, was fatally stabbed in a brutal attack by her partner in Co Cork, almost two years ago.
Market Process To Help Deliver DART Services To Wicklow Gets Underway
Rail chiefs are looking to push Wicklow DART transport options
Funding Applications Open for Blessington Groups That Spark Joy
Cairn Community Fund Blessington Launched: applications are open for €20,000 grant for local community groups looking to make real impact
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