A series of remedial works are continuing on the Newbliss Public Water Supply Scheme in Monaghan, with customers reminded the Do Not Consume Notice remains in place.

This decision was made following consultation with the Health Service Executive (HSE) due to elevated levels of manganese and iron. The Notice applies to over 400 customers supplied by the Newbliss Public Water Supply Scheme. It is especially important that mains drinking water is not given to bottle fed infants.

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Tankered water will be in place on Main Street, Newbliss to provide an alternative water supply to customers. Customers are reminded to use their own containers when taking water from the tanker and to boil water before consumption as a precautionary measure.

Irish Water drinking water compliance and operational experts are working with colleagues in Monaghan County Council to resolve this situation as soon as possible.

Speaking about the imposition of the notice, Peter Gallagher, Regional Operations Lead with Irish Water said: "Irish Water is aware of the impact a Do Not Consume Notice is having on the community of Newbliss and would like to reassure impacted customers that we are working hard to lift the notice as quickly and as safely as possible. We would ask customers who have concerns to contact our customer care team on 1800 278 278."