Uisce Éireann is making steady progress in addressing water supply challenges in Lismore, with updates provided to the community on plans for a new reservoir and ongoing efforts to reduce leakage across the town.

The initiatives form part of the company's long-term strategy to secure a more reliable and resilient water supply for local homes and businesses.

Jim Fitzgerald, Regional Operations Senior Manager for Water at Uisce Éireann, said: "We will be building a new reservoir which will provide backup water storage to the town. Additional land is required to build a new treated water storage reservoir, which we are progressing. Specialised leakage crews have been dispatched to Lismore to support local crews and intensify efforts to find and fix leaks. Reducing leakage and fixing issues identified in the pipe network will benefit everyone through increased water pressure. Steady progress has been made to fix leaks, with the rate already decreased from 46% to 32% since January. 15 leaks have been identified on the public network and repaired. There have also been 17 leaks identified on private properties where we have been engaging directly with landowners to ensure repairs are completed. Further investigation works are scheduled in the coming weeks."

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Uisce Éireann met with the local community and stakeholders at a briefing in Lismore this week, chaired by John Cummins, Minister of State at the Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage. The meeting provided an opportunity to discuss ongoing challenges and reaffirm commitments to upgrading water infrastructure in the area.

Mr Fitzgerald continued: "We accept that operational issues at the water treatment plant and challenges on the network have caused ongoing disruption for the local community. Providing a robust, resilient, and safe water supply to the local community of Lismore remains a top priority for Uisce Éireann. We ask for continued patience and support while resolving the issues."