Upgrade works set sail for Clare Island

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A significant upgrade is on the way for Clare Island’s water supply with Uisce Éireann to begin works this Spring.

The investment will improve the quality of drinking water for the island and reduce the risk of Boil Water Notices. 

Uisce Éireann’s project manager Michael McHugh explained that the project will include the installation of new UV and granular activated carbon (GAC) secondary filtration unit system. 

Investigative works were carried out on the island earlier this year with the project expected to get underway within weeks. 

“Depending on weather conditions we hope to begin works before summer. This project is a significant investment for the region and will help ensure a safe and reliable water supply for islanders and visitors to the island,” Michael said. 

In recent months Uisce Éireann has made significant improvements in safeguarding the island’s water supply with the Find and Fix team detecting and repairing leaks. 

We thank the islanders for their support while we continue to seek out and repair the leaks and we ask that any leaks on the public network be reported to us on 1800 278 278 or online at Report a Leak. 

Uisce Éireann is committed to keeping customers informed across multiple platforms 24/7 and we encourage customers to engage with us through our website, X channels @IWCare and @IrishWater, on Facebook and LinkedIn and through our customer care helpline which is open 24/7 on 1800 278 278. 

Uisce Éireann has launched a free text service, providing real-time updates for local issues. Customers can sign up with their Eircode and mobile number on the Water Service Updates page.