A new report from the Environmental Protection Agency has found rivers in Wicklow continue to score high for water quality.
Ratings show that 83 per cent of rivers have good or high biology, which indicates a marked, continuous improvement in water quality in the county.
Chief Executive of Wicklow County Council Frank Curran has welcomed the news and says pollution control teams will continue to monitor water bodies to ensure their continued improvement and protection.
Arklow Wastewater Treatment Plant Opens.
An Taoiseach Micheál Martin and the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage, James Browne, have officially opened the new €139 million Arklow Wastewater Treatment Plant
EPA Report Shows Water Quality At Wicklow Beaches In Good Health
According to the Environment Protection Agency (EPA)’s Bathing Water Quality Report 2024, the quality of the majority of our bathing waters is rated either “excellent” or “good”.
School Kids Need Better Bus Services In County.
A Wicklow councillor is raising the plight of students who are forced to attend school in another town because of the shortage of places
Wicklow County Council Purchases 21 Acre Site Overlooking Magheramore Beach
Wicklow County Council has announced the successful purchase of a 21-acre parcel of land at Magheramore Beach in Wicklow.
Tanaiste Signs Joint Statement Calling On Israel To Show Restraint In The War In Gaza
It comes as Israel prepares to ramp up its campaign against Hamas, with plans which could see it take control of the entire enclave.
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