County Meath's water network is undergoing significant upgrades under Irish Water's national Leakage Reduction Programme.

Work is progressing in Ashbourne to replace problematic water mains with high density polyethylene (plastic) pipes along the R135 from St Johns Wood Court north to the M2 Roundabout.

These works will be carried out on behalf of Irish Water by GMC Utilities Group Ltd. and are expected to be completed in July. 

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Commenting on the replacement of the watermain, Liam Henry, Project Manager on the Leakage Reduction Programme said: "The replacement of these ageing water mains in Ashbourne will safeguard the water supply for local residents and businesses. 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."

Irish Water has planned the works in short sections in order to limit the impact on customers. Works may involve some short-term water shut offs and the project team will ensure that customers are given a minimum of 48 hours' notice prior to any planned water shut offs. Traffic management will be in place over the course of the works. Local and emergency traffic will be maintained at all times.

(CM/JG)