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.
Hundreds Upon Hundreds Of Wicklow Children Benefit From My Little Library Initiative
Almost 1,200 young children have benefited from the Little Library initiative in County Wicklow
Santa Wows The Crowds As #ChristmasInBray Launch Is Full Of Festive Flair
Bray kicked off the festive season on November 22 with the annual Christmas Lights Switch-On in the Civic Plaza. The evening featured a surprise visit from the Grinch, who was stopped by local Gardaí. The highlight was Santa arriving on a steam train!!!! HoHoHo!
Wicklow Engineering Firm Builds Success with EY Entrepreneur of the Year Nomination
LMH Engineering in Arklow providesteel and modular solutions, including in-house design, engineering, modelling, manufacturing and installation.
Over 12,000 Learner Drivers In Wicklow Reflects A National Crisis According To Road Haulage Association
IRHA have criticised the RSA's 'mismanagement', noting that there are 394,128 total learner permits nationally, an increase of 12,257 in six months.
Endeavour Awards Recognise Those Making Bray Special
The awards have been a hallmark of community recognition since 1981. Who will win tonight?
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