An environmental group is raising concerns that Lahinch’s waterways could be impacted if the due diligence process for a new wastewater treatment plant isn’t followed.
Uisce Éireann is due to carry out Marine and Intertidal site investigation surveys in Liscannor Bay, ahead of its construction of a new sewerage plant serving Ennistymon and Lahinch.
Friends of the Irish Environment has requested the Marine Area Regulatory Authority to impose a marine mammal observer, along with sonar, noise and machinery weight restrictions for the duration of the works.
Director Tony Lowes says it’s critical the waters remain intact.
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