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4 water supplies across the region listed as 'at risk' last year

The EPA’s Remedial Action List sets out "at-risk" supplies that require significant corrective action.

Oct 20, 2023 13:06

Vital nature of local water infrastructure upgrades must be demonstrated says EPA

The EPA says half a million people are in "at-risk" areas with higher lead levels in their drinking water.

Aug 1, 2023 18:22

3 water supplies in Shannonside region on EPA 'at risk' list

According to the report, 2 supplies in Longford and 1 in Roscommon are on the Remedial Action List.

Aug 1, 2023 13:35

Leitrim council says septic tank defect compliance is increasing

The septic tank issue has been particularly difficult in Leitrim in recent years due to new regulations and the nature of the soil type in the county

Jun 29, 2023 07:48

Leitrim residents must be financially assisted with septic tank repairs

New figures from the environmental protection agency also show Roscommon was the worst county nationally for fixing defects.

Jun 28, 2023 17:04

Roscommon worst in country for fixing septic tank defects according to EPA

Just 53% of defects found by inspectors in the county were actually fixed.

Jun 28, 2023 13:07

Water quality in local rivers remains above average according to EPA

The new report has been published today.

Jun 14, 2023 12:56

EPA want more designated local bathing areas across inland waterways

It comes as its latest report into Ireland's bathing waters has found 97 per cent of designated swimming areas are up to standard.

May 12, 2023 17:21

EPA report describes Leitrim's Keeldra Lake water quality as excellent

A total of 148 identified bathing waters around the country were tested for the report.

May 12, 2023 13:39

'Excellent' water quality at 79% of Irish bathing sites

The report was released this morning.

May 12, 2023 08:19

Concerns raised over smell affecting North West Roscommon town

The EPA is investigating the issue.

May 5, 2023 07:20

High levels of air pollution recorded in two local towns

The information has been revealed in a new report.

Feb 14, 2023 13:29

Irish households waste €700 euro of food every year

The latest report from the EPA says our waste is increasing despite major efforts to encourage people to recycle

Dec 7, 2022 09:41

Old piping one of main sources of lead contamination of drinking water

The highest levels of lead in drinking water were found during a test of drinking water from a tap in one part of Co Roscommon, when a sample was found to be 15 times the accepted level.

Nov 25, 2022 13:30

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