Ward & Burke Construction has completed improvement work to the wastewater treatment plant (WWTP) and sewer network in Mallow, Co Cork.

Uisce Éireann worked in partnership with Cork County Council, which represents a €34 million investment in wastewater infrastructure.

Mallow Wastewater Treatment Plant, Chief Operations Officer with Uisce Éireann, Eamon Gallen said: "We are proud to have delivered these two important projects for the people of Mallow. We first began working in Mallow over two years ago and I want to thank the local community for their patience. Replacing sewer networks requires a lot of co-ordination and road closures, but this was a vital step to deliver the upgraded wastewater infrastructure that is now in place. This infrastructure will allow Mallow and surrounding areas to thrive now and into the future, eliminate sewer overflows and improve the water quality in the River Blackwater, ensuring environmental compliance with national and EU regulations related to the treatment of wastewater."

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Mayor of the County of Cork, Cllr. Frank O’Flynn said: "I am delighted to be here to witness the successful completion and official opening of Mallow Wastewater Treatment Plant and the Mallow Sewer Network which marks a €34 million investment in new wastewater infrastructure. Completion of these essential projects is vital to ensure we can accommodate future population growth in Mallow and the surrounding areas. The upgraded treatment plant will ensure that wastewater is adequately treated and meets appropriate standards before being safely discharged back into the great River Blackwater. Both projects combined will enhance local amenities and act as a platform for social and economic development. This is another on-the-ground example of government investment in Cork County yielding significant dividends."