Local authorities received over 78 thousand environmental complaints in 2019, most of which related to waste issues.
Figures released by the Environmental Protection Agency show there were 515 more environmental prosecutions in 2019 compared to the year previous.
The agency has welcomed an increase in the number of inspections being carried out, but says further action is needed to protect Ireland's rivers and lakes, with water quality continuing to decrease.
Wicklow Landowners Urged To Exercise Caution With Pesticides This Season
Wicklow farmers, landowners, local authorities and amenity partners are urged to use best practice when maintaining their lands
Tánaiste Simon Harris Announces €332,100 in Flood Protection Funding for Wicklow
Eight local authorities will benefit from an almost €7 million national package announced today in the wake of Storm Chandra.
Local TD Calls Out Wicklow County Council's Efforts In Tackling Dereliction In Arklow
Malcolm Byrne is unhappy at the apparent lack of effort from Wicklow County Council in tackling ongoing issues of dereliction in Arklow while contrasting that with work in his Wexford
Wicklow Producers Invited to Enter Blas na hÉireann Food Awards
Eight Co. Wicklow food producers won prestigious awards last year. The closing date for applications is Thursday 14th May
Taylor Eyes Focused Squarely On Croker Curtain Call As Katie Seal New Business Venture
Plans are afoot for a life outside the ring for the Bray Bomber Katie Taylor but the dream of Croke park is firmly on the horizon
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