CRU asked to investigate dirty water in Cork as customers complain of damaged appliances

Brown water running from a tap in a house on the northside of Cork City recently.

The Commission for Regulation of Utilities (CRU) has been asked to investigate Cork’s persistent dirty water problem and defend the rights of consumers who have had to repair or replace damaged domestic appliances like washing machines and showers.

The news comes ahead of a protest this Saturday outside the city offices of Uisce Eireann over the issue which has been ongoing for over 18 months.