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27/07/2026

Water Main Upgrades Boost Reliability For Cahir And Foxhall

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Upgrade works in Cahir and Foxhall have strengthened day-to-day water reliability by replacing ageing mains, cutting leaks and supporting conservation while the Water Conservation Order remains in place.

Homes and businesses in both areas will benefit after Uisce Éireann completed a programme of improvements to local water mains aimed at delivering a cleaner, steadier supply.

The investment is designed to support everyday life — from putting the kettle on in the morning to keeping local enterprises and community services running smoothly with dependable drinking water.

The project saw the replacement of more than 1.6km of ageing water mains in Foxhall with modern, resilient pipes, alongside a further 720m in Cahir. The old pipes had been prone to bursts and leaks, leading to supply interruptions and the loss of treated water. Reducing leakage will help conserve supplies, which is especially important while the Water Conservation Order remains in effect.

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Uisce Éireann's Dave Murphy said he is proud to be part of the team that has delivered these long-term benefits for the community.

"These upgrades will help provide a more reliable water supply for the communities of Cahir and Foxhall, reducing the risk of bursts and interruptions while making the network more resilient for the future.

"Investing in and renewing ageing infrastructure is an important part of ensuring communities have access to safe, dependable drinking water and supporting the continued growth and development of the area.

"I'd like to thank local residents, businesses and road users for their patience and cooperation throughout the delivery of these works. We appreciate that infrastructure projects can cause temporary disruption, and we are grateful for the understanding shown while these essential improvements were completed."

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