Irish Government introduces Water Action Plan 2024 aiming for 'good' ecological status for water bodies by 2027.

The Irish Government has introduced the Water Action Plan 2024 to enhance water quality and restore freshwater habitats. This initiative aims to achieve "good" ecological status for water bodies by 2027, focusing on tighter fertilizer regulations, increased farm inspections, and investment in wastewater infrastructure. Despite its goals, environmental groups criticize the plan as insufficient, projecting only 10-20% of at-risk waters will be restored.

September 04, 2024
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