Uisce Éireann has launched an investigation to assess reports of taste and odour issues within the water supply of Newbridge and Athy, Co Kildare.

While plant, network. and water supply monitoring and sampling are ongoing, sampling will now be intensified in the affected areas to gain a greater understanding and further protect public health, ensuring that the water continues to be compliant with drinking water regulations and is safe to drink.

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Kevin Love, Regional Asset Operations Lead at Uisce Éireann said: "We are currently investigating the source of the intermittent taste and odour issues mainly in the Newbridge and Athy area and continue to test the water to determine the root cause.

"Protecting public health is a top priority for Uisce Éireann and we would like to advise customers that the water supply to customers in Kildare is compliant with regulatory standards and is safe to drink."