Merrion Strand in Dublin will be the first beach in the country shut to swimmers under water quality law.
It's after a new bathing water report from the Environmental Protection Agency found it to be of poor standard for the fifth successive year.
The ban will take effect from June 1st, with signs set to be put up warning people to keep out of the water.
In total, 147 water bodies were assessed in the report, with 140 meeting the minimum required standard.
Jennifer Whitmore Reiterates Calls for Stronger Action on Puppy Farming
A Wicklow TD has gain appealed stronger laws to tackle what she describes as the exploitation of dogs in puppy farming, saying current legislation is not doing enough to protect animal welfare.
Illegal Dumping In Wicklow Uplands Falls Significantly Over The Last Decade
Volunteer collaboration is working well in combating illegal dumping in many parts of Wicklow
Gardaí Encourage Tradies Who've Had Tools Stolen To Get In Touch
If you believe any of the recovered tools belong to you, contact your local Garda Station with details of the items missing. Proof of ownership may be required.
Man Charged With Serious Firearm Offences Refused Bail at Bray District Court
A Glock 19 pistol and a Smith & Wesson semi-automatic handgun, and a viable hand grenade were among the firearms located in a safe in the defendant’s bedroom.
Wicklow Pair Avoid Jail Over Dark Web Firearms Case
Wicklow friends receive suspended sentences for possessing firearms which had been bought by their friend on the dark web two years ago.
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