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Housing Minister announces construction of wastewater treatment plants by developers

Housing Minister announces construction of wastewater treatment plants by developers

Tue, 04 Nov, 2025

The change sees builders able to develop new wastewater treatment facilities in collaboration with Uisce Éireann for smaller housing developments of up to 40 homes
Water treatment plant in Cork shut down for 12 hours in the summer, EPA finds

Water treatment plant in Cork shut down for 12 hours in the summer, EPA finds

Wed, 15 Oct, 2025

An investigation established that contractors working on a roof at the facility had spilled a bituminous product which entered the raw water sumps via a roof gully
Drinking water supplies to Cork city were shut down due to leak of bitumen, EPA report reveals

Drinking water supplies to Cork city were shut down due to leak of bitumen, EPA report reveals

Wed, 15 Oct, 2025

The facility provides drinking water to a population of almost 144,000 in Cork city and the wider Cork Harbour area
Uisce Éireann fined €4,000 for breaches at West Cork treatment plant

Uisce Éireann fined €4,000 for breaches at West Cork treatment plant

Wed, 01 Oct, 2025

The smell has led to the closure of the local park for 27 years
Hosepipe bans in three counties extended until October amid 'stark' water supply issues

Hosepipe bans in three counties extended until October amid 'stark' water supply issues

Fri, 12 Sep, 2025

Uisce Éireann said that despite recent rainfall, water levels remain critically low in some areas
Emergency repairs continue following major water pipe burst in Portlaoise

Emergency repairs continue following major water pipe burst in Portlaoise

Fri, 22 Aug, 2025

Every effort is being made to restore a full water supply as quickly as possible - Uisce Éireann.
Housing development in Laois will stall if infrastructure is not in place

Housing development in Laois will stall if infrastructure is not in place

Wed, 13 Aug, 2025

“Uisce Éireann has not increased the water supply capacity in any Laois town since it came into being 11 years ago, despite the billions of euros that it has received" - Deputy Brian Stanley.
Projects in Laois short-listed for national awards

Projects in Laois short-listed for national awards

Wed, 30 Jul, 2025

The projects are in Portlaoise, Mountrath and Portarlington.
Seven counties under a hosepipe ban: What does it mean?

Seven counties under a hosepipe ban: What does it mean?

Thu, 24 Jul, 2025

Uisce Éireann is appealing to all customers, regardless of whether their supply is affected by a hosepipe ban, to be mindful of their water usage.
Laois school bubbling over with pride after winning regional title

Laois school bubbling over with pride after winning regional title

Wed, 16 Jul, 2025

The proud students travelled to Dublin to receive the award.
ALERT: National appeal to conserve water

ALERT: National appeal to conserve water

Wed, 09 Jul, 2025

Towns in three counties currently have water conservation orders in place:  Westmeath, Donegal and Meath.
Councillors’ job is to build houses and not object to them – Tánaiste

Councillors’ job is to build houses and not object to them – Tánaiste

Wed, 25 Jun, 2025

Simon Harris also said every part of the state needs to treat the housing crisis as an emergency.
Major traffic disruptions expected through Laois town for next few months

Major traffic disruptions expected through Laois town for next few months

Tue, 03 Jun, 2025

Major traffic disruption is expected around Mountmellick for the next few months.
Satellite images reveal change in Irish landscape due to dry conditions

Satellite images reveal change in Irish landscape due to dry conditions

Mon, 26 May, 2025

Images from the European Union's Copernicus satellite show a difference in vegetation near Nenagh in Co Tipperary
Injunction move over protests outside asylum centre suspended

Injunction move over protests outside asylum centre suspended

Wed, 14 May, 2025

On Wednesday, Mr Justice David Nolan adjourned the injunction application relating to protests outside Ryevale House in Leixlip with liberty to re-enter.
Hosepipe ban for some areas next week after record-high April temperatures

Hosepipe ban for some areas next week after record-high April temperatures

Fri, 02 May, 2025

The ban will prohibit the use of garden hosepipes for non-essential purposes
Government spending scandals quiz: Bank bailouts, bike sheds, and phone pouches

Government spending scandals quiz: Bank bailouts, bike sheds, and phone pouches

Fri, 28 Feb, 2025

From phone pouches to bike sheds and bank bailouts to water charges, test your knowledge of government spending controversies by taking our quiz.
Uisce Éireann to buy 100 new generators in response to Storm Éowyn outages

Uisce Éireann to buy 100 new generators in response to Storm Éowyn outages

Tue, 18 Feb, 2025

Minister for Housing and Local Government James Browne will update the Cabinet on Tuesday on the urgent actions to be taken by Uisce Eireann, including the purchase of the new generators.
Storm Éowyn: 1,500 premises still without power more than two weeks later

Storm Éowyn: 1,500 premises still without power more than two weeks later

Sun, 09 Feb, 2025

Power has so far been restored to 766,500 homes, farms, schools and businesses.
56,000 homes and businesses still without power and 460 without water

56,000 homes and businesses still without power and 460 without water

Sat, 01 Feb, 2025

Several large-capacity generators are being provided by Poland and Denmark, following a request under the EU Civil Protection Mechanism.
Christina McHugh: As Storm Éowyn swept in, I prayed that the roof would remain on the house

Christina McHugh: As Storm Éowyn swept in, I prayed that the roof would remain on the house

Sat, 01 Feb, 2025

We’re into day eight as I write this without power, and up to a few minutes ago, without water
‘Ireland needs to be more resilient to storms’ as 74,000 remain without power

‘Ireland needs to be more resilient to storms’ as 74,000 remain without power

Fri, 31 Jan, 2025

More than 400 technicians from abroad have arrived in Ireland to help with repairs as the ESB enters a more complex reconnection phase.
Thousands still waiting for electricity to be restored following Storm Éowyn

Thousands still waiting for electricity to be restored following Storm Éowyn

Wed, 29 Jan, 2025

Efforts to repair the damaged network continue into a sixth day
Storm Éowyn: Army should be called in to help vulnerable, TD says

Storm Éowyn: Army should be called in to help vulnerable, TD says

Wed, 29 Jan, 2025

Michael Fitzmaurice said Uisce Éireann should have been better prepared for Storm Éowyn
Irish Coast Guard airlifts alternative power supply to Inismaan following storm destruction

Irish Coast Guard airlifts alternative power supply to Inismaan following storm destruction

Mon, 27 Jan, 2025

On Monday morning, the Sligo-based Coast Guard helicopter Rescue 118 undertook the humanitarian operation.
It 'may take some time' before water services are fully restored - Uisce Éireann

It 'may take some time' before water services are fully restored - Uisce Éireann

Sat, 25 Jan, 2025

Power outages at treatment plants and pumping stations continue to impact on supplies across the county.
A robust stock of new housing is in the pipeline in Laois says Minister

A robust stock of new housing is in the pipeline in Laois says Minister

Mon, 20 Jan, 2025

Last year there were commencement notices for 1,543 homes in Laois compared to 826 in 2023.
Ireland clear of weather warnings after cold snap

Ireland clear of weather warnings after cold snap

Fri, 10 Jan, 2025

The bitterly cold Arctic airmass that has been affecting the country for several days will start to move away, with milder conditions developing later in the weekend.
Prevent burst pipes during freezing weather conditions in Laois

Prevent burst pipes during freezing weather conditions in Laois

Mon, 06 Jan, 2025

It's a good idea to familiarise yourself with your own internal water system and particularly how to turn off your supply at the stopcock so that you can protect your property in the event of a burst pipe.
Irish Water working to restore water in Mallow ahead of New Year's Eve night

Irish Water working to restore water in Mallow ahead of New Year's Eve night

Tue, 31 Dec, 2024

Uisce Éireann, previously known as Irish Water, is working to restore water to customers in parts of Mallow ahead of New Year's Eve night
Irish Water not ready to upgrade treatment plant despite sewage flow into sea

Irish Water not ready to upgrade treatment plant despite sewage flow into sea

Fri, 27 Dec, 2024

There is a sewage pollution crisis in Newport, Co Mayo
Funding for cross-border project to tackle water pollution

Funding for cross-border project to tackle water pollution

Wed, 11 Dec, 2024

NI Water and Uisce Éireann will work to identify where investment should be made to address pollution
PUBLIC SAFETY ALERT TO PEOLE OF LAOIS

PUBLIC SAFETY ALERT TO PEOLE OF LAOIS

Fri, 06 Dec, 2024

Gusts of up to 120km/h are forecasted, which will have potential for adverse impacts across the County.
Storm Bert: Status yellow wind warning for seven counties, flooding risk

Storm Bert: Status yellow wind warning for seven counties, flooding risk

Sat, 23 Nov, 2024

A status yellow wind warning is in effect from 5pm for counties Cork, Kerry, Waterford, Carlow, Kilkenny, Wexford and Wicklow
No water supply in parts of Portlaoise

No water supply in parts of Portlaoise

Thu, 21 Nov, 2024

The ongoing work is scheduled to take place until 5pm today Thursday 21 November.
Council refuses planning permission to Uisce Éireann's Kilkee 'monstrosity' wastewater treatment plant

Council refuses planning permission to Uisce Éireann's Kilkee 'monstrosity' wastewater treatment plant

Tue, 22 Oct, 2024

Locals have campaigned for many years for proper wastewater treatment facilities for Kilkee, but over 80 objections were lodged against the proposed scheme for Dunlicky Rd.
Almost 40% of all water lost to leaks with Uisce Éireann set to miss leakage reduction targets

Almost 40% of all water lost to leaks with Uisce Éireann set to miss leakage reduction targets

Tue, 24 Sep, 2024

Almost 40 per cent of all water due to be delivered to households and non-domestic customers in 2022 was lost due to leakages, according to the findings of a new report by a State watchdog
Over half a million people using 'at risk' water supplies, EPA report finds

Over half a million people using 'at risk' water supplies, EPA report finds

Wed, 03 Jul, 2024

The annual EPA report on drinking water showed there was 561,000 people using "at risk" water supplies in 2023, an increase from 481,000 in 2022
Challenge brought against planning permission for Monkstown apartments

Challenge brought against planning permission for Monkstown apartments

Fri, 05 Apr, 2024

The proposed development is located at Dalguise, Monkstown Road, Monkstown, Co Dublin
Up to 3,000 homes in Cork without water this evening

Up to 3,000 homes in Cork without water this evening

Thu, 07 Mar, 2024

Water service engineers have implemented a water outage on Thursday evening, from 7pm until 1am, in order to carry out repair works during off-peak hours.
Uisce Éireann announces 700 new jobs in range of roles

Uisce Éireann announces 700 new jobs in range of roles

Tue, 06 Feb, 2024

They will be recruiting across several departments, including roles for professionals, tradespeople, recent graduates, and skilled workers.
Ireland found guilty of failing to ensure safe drinking water by EU court

Ireland found guilty of failing to ensure safe drinking water by EU court

Thu, 25 Jan, 2024

The Court of Justice of the EU ruled the concentration of trihalomethanes in a large number of public drinking water supplies in the Republic have persistently exceeded recommended safety limits
Uisce Éireann pleads guilty to water pollution charges connected to North Clare 'fish kill'

Uisce Éireann pleads guilty to water pollution charges connected to North Clare 'fish kill'

Wed, 17 Jan, 2024

Uisce Éireann pleaded guilty to two water pollution charges downstream of a water treatment plant near the town of Ennistymon

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