The EPA is calling for local authorities to ramp up the amount of inspections they carry out on farms.
Ireland’s water quality continues to deteriorate, according to the EPA’s latest report on the environmental performance of local authorities in 2021.
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It examined governance, waste, water, air and noise, with agricultural waste the main contributor to water pollution.
Clare was among seven local authorities rated limited, due to low reported levels of inspections and subsequent follow-up and enforcement actions, while Offaly, Mayo and Sligo were the worst performers.
Programme Manager at the EPA’s Office of Environmental Enforcement, David Pollard says other local authorities are more vigilant.
