Construction work is to start to improve the water supply network in the Rathgormack area in Co Waterford.

The work, which is to begin on Wednesday, 03 January, includes the installation of 9.5km of new water main and the upgrade of the Rathgormack water treatment plant as well as the decommissioning of five older water treatment plants in the area which are no longer fit for purpose.

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The water treatment plants that will be decommissioned are at Monadiha, Feddans, Clonea Power, Clonea O'Sullivan and Whitestown.

David Sharry, Capital Programmes Regional Lead with Irish Water, said: "There have been problems with the water supply in this area for some time due to the age of the network and the poor condition of much of the infrastructure. By removing these outmoded treatment plants from service and upgrading the supply network, we will be able to supply the entire area from one treatment plant. This is much more efficient and cost-effective and will ensure that local residents and businesses have a much more reliable water supply. It will also mean that the network has the capacity to accommodate future growth and development."

(CD/MH)