'Major transformation': Carlow Council undertake massive clean-up of riverside

A major transformation can be seen along the River Burrin after Carlow County Council undertook a clean-up operation of a “dumping blackspot.”

The Council’s Environment Department also completed restoration works at The Laurels and Burrin Manor.

The work has transformed a “dumping blackspot into a cleaner, safer and more attractive riverside environment,” according to a post by the local authority on Facebook.

Trolleys, bikes, household waste, and furniture are just some of the items that were removed from the area.

“The project involved the removal of illegally dumped waste from the river and surrounding lands, extensive vegetation clearance and environmental restoration works,” the post states.

This, in turn, will help to improve water quality, enhance habitats for fish and other wildlife, and improve the river's ability to flow.

Flood resilience will also be built as a result,

CCTV cameras have been installed in an attempt to deter illegal dumping in the future.

“Thank you to local residents for their support and positive engagement throughout the project. Together we can help keep our communities clean and protect our natural environment,” the post on Facebook concluded.

The work was funded by the Anti-Dumping Initiative, supported by the Department of Climate, Energy and the Environment (DCEE).