A planning application has been submitted to Tipperary County Council to develop a new water treatment plant in Killeenyarda near Holycross.

The project also involves the provision of a new source from the River Clodiagh and a new pumping station. Water mains will be developed to connect the new water intake to the proposed water treatment plant at Killeenyarda as well to connect to the Thurles network.

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The scheme will provide a much improved water quality and security of supply and includes a single supply source which will cater for the demands of water in the Thurles area and environs.

Gerry O'Donnell, Regional Programme Lead, said: "Irish Water has set out a clear commitment to invest in upgrading our water infrastructure to address vulnerable water sources across the country. This planned investment of €15 million in the Thurles Regional Water Supply Scheme will provide a single, secure source of reliable drinking water eliminating the current reliance on dispersed localised sources that are vulnerable to contamination."

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