Irish Water has launched a project to replace ageing water mains in Mountbolus, Co. Offaly.

Work will begin in Mountbolus next week, 10 December, and will involve the replacement of approximately 2500 metres of mains with new plastic pipes.

The project will deliver a more reliable water supply for all customers on the public water supply in the area.

These works are being carried out as part of Irish Water's national Leakage Reduction Programme.

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Georgina O'Reilly, Regional Lead on the Leakage Reduction Programme said: "The replacement of these ageing water mains in Mountbolus, Co Offaly will improve security of supply for local residents and businesses alike. Replacing the existing water mains with new modern pipes will provide a long-term solution to ensure a safe and secure water supply is delivered to customers. As part of it Leakage Reduction Programme works are ongoing to replace ageing mains in Mucklagh, Screggan and Crinkle while similar works have been completed in Rhode and Geashill."

The works will take place in the Tullamore Road, Clonaslee Road, Gortacur Road, Ard Aoibhinn and Glen Ard areas.

Traffic management will be in place throughout the duration of the works.

(CM)