The plans will see someone get a referral to the HSE the first time they're caught, then a Garda caution before being prosecuted the third time.
The new system will be rolled out this time next year.
Critics say the proposals don't go far enough and that decriminalisation should've been looked at.
Health Minister Wicklow TD Simon Harris insists it's the right approach.
Over 1,700 Bags Of Litter And Rubbish Collected From The Wicklow/Dublin Uplands
Pure Mile litter picks are organised throughout the year and approximately 900 litter picks/clean- ups have already taken place.
Beaches In Greystones And Brittas Bay Awarded Blue Flag Status
An Taisce has announced the International Blue Flag and Green Coast Award recipients for 2025.
Taoiseach Asked To Respond to N11 Closure Opposition In Bray
A Wicklow TD asked the Taoiseach to respond to the groundswell of opposition against the closure of an exit off the N11 to make way for the Wicklow N11/M11 Bus Priority Interim Scheme.
It's Official- East Coast FM Is Still Wicklow's Favourite Radio Station!
The latest JNLR/Ipsos survey released today, reveals that Irish radio is enjoying its highest audience ever.
Fears Grow The Avon In Blessington Could Be Used As IPAS Accommodation Centre
Sinn Féin TD for Wicklow, John Brady, has called on the Minister for Justice to immediately scrap any idea to use the Avon Hotel in Blessington as an IPAS centre.
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