Dublin City councillors have travelled to Bangor, Co Down, to discuss NI Water's landmark Clandeboye Rainwater Garden.

The garden is the first of its kind in Northern Ireland, consisting of ponds, cascades and bog gardens that provide natural storage for rainwater while creating a new outdoor learning environment for pupils.

The visitors found out more about the scheme at a 'Knowledge Share event' jointly hosted by NI Water, AECOM and Clandeboye Primary School.

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Grahame Millar Senior Project Sponsor said: "NI Water was delighted to welcome representatives from Dublin City Council to Clandeboye and we are very proud of this flagship project which demonstrates a sustainable solution to flood management, whilst also providing a valuable educational resource."

Des Boyhan, WFD Officer Dublin City Council added: "It was an extremely worthwhile trip to view and discuss the Clandeboye Rainwater Garden. It is definitely something that we will try to pursue as part of our Water Framework Directive measures. My colleagues and I were very impressed with the NI Water project teams achievements using this innovative approach, which reduces flooding, as well as enhancing water quality and the school environment."

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