Raw sewerage continues to be discharged into the sea on a daily basis in Ballyvaughan and Kilkee.
The Evironmental Protection Agency’s latest Urban Wastewater report shows four Clare communities had discrepancies in 2025.
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Lahinch’s Wastewater Plant failed to comply with EU treatment standards, while Kilmihil’s facility was found to be putting significant pressure on surface waters as a result of inadequately treated sewerage.
EPA Programme Manager Noel Byrne says the risks are extremely high.
Listen to the full interview below.

