No progress on water quality in six years

Of the 1,459 river water bodies monitored in 2022 and 2023, the report showed a further small net decline in biological quality of 45, with more bodies declining in quality (232) than the number of improving (187).

There have been no signs yet of improvement in Irish water quality over the six years, a new report published by the EPA has revealed, as the agency warns more action is needed.

The news comes just a week after Teagasc launched its “Better Farming for Water” project, a multi-purpose action plan to support and advise farmers on practical measures to protect water.