The ageing pipe network at Cork's Grand Parade waste water pumping station is to be replaced in an effort to help protect the local environment.

Work will begin at the station, adjacent to Nano Nagle Bridge, on Monday 11 February.

Irish Water and Cork City Council are delivering the project across three weeks.

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The utility has also warned that, due to the removal of external covers at the station during the work, localised odours may be present in the area.

Pat Britton, Irish Water's Waste Water Lead for Cork, added: "Disruption caused by this essential maintenance will be kept to a minimum.

"Irish Water regrets any inconvenience these necessary improvements may cause and would like to thank local residents and businesses for their cooperation in delivering these essential works which will ensure a more reliable sewer network."

(CM/JG)