‘It’s a joke’: Garretstown beach lovers react to Blue Flag loss

Garretstown Strand lost its Blue Flag for this year. Pictures: Howard Crowdy

Concern, bemusement, and frustration were evident at Garretstown beach this evening as locals, businesses and visitors responded to the news that the popular spot has lost its Blue Flag status for this year.

Garretstown was one of four beaches in the country not to renew their Blue Flag, the global environmental award for clean beaches operated  by An Taisce, for the 2023 season.