A programme of water mains improvements in the County Westmeath town of Mullingar is continuing to progress.

Led by Uisce Éireann and Westmeath County Council, the work involves the replacement of 2.3 kilometres of problematic old watermains in Kilpatrick, from Lynn Road to Kilpatrick Railway Bridge.

These works which commenced last week will be completed by the end of June of this year. Once completed customers in this area will enjoy an improved water supply with less disruption. GMC Utilities Group Ltd is contracted to carry out the work on behalf of Uisce Éireann.

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Commenting on the project Matt Thomson, Leakage Reduction Programme Manager at Uisce Éireann said: "To facilitate the safe delivery of the works, there will be some short-term local road closures and traffic management in place. The community will be notified of this in advance. Alternative routes will be available, and diversions will be clearly sign-posted. Local and emergency access will be maintained at all times.

"Customers can phone Uisce Éireann on 1800 278 278 if they have any questions about the project or check out the Supply and Service Updates section of the Uisce Éireann website for regular updates.

"This mains replacement work is part of a significant investment by Uisce Éireann to upgrade the water network in Westmeath and we would like to thank customers in advance for their cooperation and patience while we complete these essential works."

The 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.