Major upgrade planned for Meath and Louth water supply
Uisce Éireann has lodged plans to enhance the Staleen Water Treatment Plant, aiming to boost water reliability across Meath and Louth. This significant investment promises improved service for over 70,000 customers, reinforcing regional water infrastructure resilience.
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Uisce Éireann has submitted a planning application to upgrade the Staleen Water Treatment Plant in County Meath, aiming to provide a more reliable and resilient drinking water supply for both homes and businesses across Meath and Louth.
If granted planning approval, the enhancements are expected to benefit upwards of 70,000 customers by strengthening the local water network’s resilience and ensuring a more dependable supply throughout the region. This initiative forms part of Uisce Éireann’s broader commitment to improving water infrastructure and safeguarding access to safe drinking water for local communities.
John McElwaine, Programme Manager at Uisce Éireann, emphasised the importance of the project: "This planning submission marks a key step in reinforcing water infrastructure in Meath and Louth. The proposed upgrades will secure the long-term water needs of these counties by enhancing supply reliability and network resilience." The application is supported by thorough technical, environmental, and engineering assessments to ensure the works meet community needs while protecting the environment. Uisce Éireann will maintain ongoing engagement with local residents, elected officials, and stakeholders as the project advances, keeping customers updated via their dedicated communications channels.
For further details, the public can visit the official Staleen Water Treatment Plant Upgrade page and subscribe to a free text alert service to receive updates on water outages and works in their area.
If granted planning approval, the enhancements are expected to benefit upwards of 70,000 customers by strengthening the local water network’s resilience and ensuring a more dependable supply throughout the region. This initiative forms part of Uisce Éireann’s broader commitment to improving water infrastructure and safeguarding access to safe drinking water for local communities.
John McElwaine, Programme Manager at Uisce Éireann, emphasised the importance of the project: "This planning submission marks a key step in reinforcing water infrastructure in Meath and Louth. The proposed upgrades will secure the long-term water needs of these counties by enhancing supply reliability and network resilience." The application is supported by thorough technical, environmental, and engineering assessments to ensure the works meet community needs while protecting the environment. Uisce Éireann will maintain ongoing engagement with local residents, elected officials, and stakeholders as the project advances, keeping customers updated via their dedicated communications channels.
For further details, the public can visit the official Staleen Water Treatment Plant Upgrade page and subscribe to a free text alert service to receive updates on water outages and works in their area.
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