Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 28 February 2023
285. Deputy Thomas Pringle asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage the body responsible for notifying the general public if there are any local water outages, local boil water notices or any other issues with public water supply (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [9884/23]
Amharc ar fhreagraSince 1 January 2014, Uisce Éireann (formerly Irish Water) has statutory responsibility for all aspects of water services planning, delivery and operation at national, regional and local level, including investment in wastewater treatment plants and returning wastewater safely to the environment in an efficient and sustainable manner. My Department has no operational function in this matter.
Uisce Éireann is regulated by the Health Service Executive and the Environmental Protection Agency in respect of public health protection and environmental compliance. The Environmental Protection Agency as environmental regulator, is responsible for setting quality standards and enforcing compliance with EU Directives and national regulations for the provision of drinking water.
The Commission for Regulation of Utilities is responsible for the economic regulation of water which includes that Uisce Éireann provides appropriate service to its customers.
