Three Irish beaches lose their Blue Flag status for 2019

County Kerry leads the way this year with 13 blue flag beaches, followed by Donegal with 11 and Mayo with 10 blue flags

Three Irish beaches lose their Blue Flag status for 2019
Mon, 20 May, 2019 - 16:24
Dan Buckley

One of Ireland's best-known beaches has lost its Blue Flag status for 2019.

Bundoran Beach in County Donegal, along with Bertra Strand and Golden Strand in County Mayo have failed to retain their blue flag status for this year's bathing season.

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