ShareRidge Ltd has started construction work to replace 13km of problematic water mains, and remove lead pipes in Tipperary.

The water mains are being replaced across North and Central Tipperary, in Ballina, Garrykennedy, New Inn and Lackamore. The lead pipes from the public water network in Tipperary Town, Neagh and Cashel will be removed.

Other work will be undertaken in the Clonmel area to identify leaks and carry out repairs.

This is part of Irish Water's national Leakage Reduction Programme which, over the next four years, will see €500 million invested to reduce the high level of leakage across the country by fixing or replacing ageing water mains.

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Alan Morrissey, Networks Programme Regional Lead, said: "We are pleased to be moving forward with this essential work to reduce water losses in the public water network throughout Tipperary. Reducing leakage is a priority for Irish Water so that we can deliver a much more secure, reliable and safer water supply for homes and businesses across the county.

"We understand that this type of work can be inconvenient and works crews will make every effort to minimise any disruption these necessary works cause. Where works are taking place on public roads, areas of work will be limited to short sections to minimise impact on customers. The works may involve some short-term water shut offs. The project team will ensure that customers are given a minimum of 48 hours notice prior to any planned water shut offs."

(CM/LM)