By Dan Walsh Fine Gael TD for Wicklow Wexford, Brian Brennan has challenged Uisce Éireann on the lack of delivery of Wastewater Treatment Plants in towns and villages in North Wexford. Speaking to WexfordLocal.com following a meeting with Uisce Eireann representatives, Deputy Brennan said; “I am hugely concerned with the lack of progress at wastewaterContinue reading “Ballycanew and Camolin need help!”
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Fines for littering and dog waste rises to €250.
By Dan Walsh Local authority meetings are renowned for the regular commentary on dog fouling and littering; therefore, it would be anticipated that public representatives will be delighted to inform their supporters that litter fines are to be increased to €250. The Minister of State with responsibility for the Circular Economy Alan Dillon today (Thursday)Continue reading “Fines for littering and dog waste rises to €250.”
Enniscorthy Uisce Éireann works
By Dan Walsh Uisce Eireann is carrying out leakage reduction works in Enniscorthy and the job is getting under way this week. The section of works will take place along the R890 Nunnery Road from the junction of the R702 and will continue along Summerhill Road to Blackstoops, where crews will be installing 1.25 kmContinue reading “Enniscorthy Uisce Éireann works”
€19m Enniscorthy water upgrade is completed
By Dan Walsh Uisce Éireann, along with Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage, James Browne TD, marked a significant occasion for Enniscorthy with the completion of a €19 million upgrade to the Enniscorthy Regional Water Supply Scheme. Speaking at the Water Treatment Plant at Vinegar Hill, overlooking the town, Minister Browne noted the criticalContinue reading “€19m Enniscorthy water upgrade is completed”
Wexford Council secures €70m for new homes delivery
By Dan Walsh The Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage, James Browne TD, today announced funding for key infrastructure projects under the Housing Infrastructure Investment Fund (HIIF) Call 1. Five major infrastructure projects across Wexford are to receive funding under the HIIF. The purpose of the HIIF is to support direct investment in infrastructure required to unlock the development ofContinue reading “Wexford Council secures €70m for new homes delivery”
Marine matters between Kilmore Quay and Pembrokeshire
By Dan Walsh at the May meeting of Wexford County Council Calls to ensure that the proposed sub-sea fibre optic cable system at the 12 nautical mile limit to the extent of the Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ) off the coast of Kilmore Quay be safe for trawlers and fishermen was voiced at today’s (Monday) monthlyContinue reading “Marine matters between Kilmore Quay and Pembrokeshire”
3.4kms new water mains for Gorey
By Dan Walsh Uisce Éireann has announced plans to replace old and damaged water mains in Gorey and installing 3.4 kms of new, modern pipes that will strengthen the local network and reduce disruption to homes and businesses. The works commencing this month will run over phases to minimise disruption. Beginning with Phase 1 atContinue reading “3.4kms new water mains for Gorey”
Minister Browne welcomes Uisce Éireann plans
By Dan Walsh Uisce Éireann and Minister James Browne have welcomed the Commission for Regulation of Utilities’ (CRU) final determination on Revenue Control 4 (RC4), providing the framework for the delivery of water and wastewater services up to 2029. As part of this, Uisce Éireann has today set out a comprehensive programme of projects, giving clear visibility ofContinue reading “Minister Browne welcomes Uisce Éireann plans”
Council says ‘No’ to Kilmichael Windfarm
By Dan Walsh at Gorey Kilmuckridge meeting at Gorey Civic Offices Gorey Kilmuckridge Municipal District Council has voted 9-1 calling on Regnum Renewables to withdraw their proposal for Kilmichael Windfarm due to the overwhelming opposition to the project by the residents in the townlands of Mount Nebo, Craan Upper, Slievebawn, Monaseed Demense and Kilmichael Gorey.Continue reading “Council says ‘No’ to Kilmichael Windfarm”
Statement from No to Kilmichael Wind Farm group.
By Dan Walsh No to Kilmichael Wind Farm Community Group committee have requested that WexfordLocal.com publish its statement in reply to the one published from Regnum Renewables as part of our report. WexfordLocal.com is happy to oblige. The statement reads as follows; “We welcome Regnum’s engagement by means of a prepared statement to Wexfordlocal.com. They speakContinue reading “Statement from No to Kilmichael Wind Farm group.”
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