Fingal coastal waters achieve top marks for quality
Recent water samples taken across the Fingal coastline confirmed pristine conditions following a series of rigorous laboratory tests. The positive findings allowed local authorities to lift a temporary swimming restriction in Balbriggan.
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Fingal County Council
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The latest results from bathing water quality samples collected across the Fingal region on 7 September 2026 arrived today, bringing positive news for sea swimmers and coastal visitors. All officially designated bathing waters throughout the council area successfully achieved an Excellent classification. Meanwhile, Malahide, which operates as a non-designated bathing site, also performed strongly by securing a Good classification.
Following the receipt of these encouraging laboratory reports, the temporary Do Not Swim notice that was previously implemented for Balbriggan on 2 September 2026 was officially lifted. Local authorities confirmed that the water quality at the beach has safely returned to the required standard, making it fully suitable for recreational use once again.
Members of the public seeking to check real-time water quality at monitored beaches across the country can access comprehensive updates via the Environmental Protection Agency portal available on the official website. Regular monitoring programmes continue throughout the season to ensure public health and safety standards remain protected.
Following the receipt of these encouraging laboratory reports, the temporary Do Not Swim notice that was previously implemented for Balbriggan on 2 September 2026 was officially lifted. Local authorities confirmed that the water quality at the beach has safely returned to the required standard, making it fully suitable for recreational use once again.
Members of the public seeking to check real-time water quality at monitored beaches across the country can access comprehensive updates via the Environmental Protection Agency portal available on the official website. Regular monitoring programmes continue throughout the season to ensure public health and safety standards remain protected.