Construction work is to start on the development of a new reservoir and over 4km of new water mains and booster station in Clonmel, Co Tipperary.

The plans are part of Irish Water's Clonmel Regional Water Supply Scheme North Storage project.

Irish Water has signed a contract with John Cradock Ltd to deliver the project and the work is expected to be completed in 2019.

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The works associated with the proposed development include the construction of a new 4,000m3 capacity reservoir in the townland of Giantsgrave, a new booster pumping station at Rathronan and over 4km of new water mains.

Lisa Cogan, Irish Water Regional Lead, said: "We are delighted to progress the project to deliver the Clonmel Regional Water Supply Scheme North Storage Reservoir. This project will improve the security of the water supply for the people of North Clonmel and surrounding areas. Once complete the new reservoir and water mains will provide a more reliable service for customers and support current and future economic development in the area."

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