23-07-2025
- Business
- Irish Independent
Over €3m awarded to Galway rural water schemes
Housing Minister James Browne announced a €74 million investment across the country, €3.4 million of which will be given to Galway to improve rural water schemes.
Fianna Fáil TD for Galway East, Albert Dolan said: 'This is a landmark day for rural communities in Galway and right across the country. I'm particularly delighted to confirm that over €3.4 million will directly benefit group water schemes here in County Galway. This investment ensures that more homes and families in rural areas can access clean, safe and secure water.'
Water compliance, source protection, and leakage reduction are among the priority improvements to bring water services up to 'par with urban centres.'
Deputy Dolan said in a statement that this is furthering efforts to invest and commit to water infrastructure and the future of rural Ireland.
It is noted that the funding will be invested in a range of key areas, from water quality compliance and source protection to leakage reduction and the expansion of piped public water supply connections.
Among the major Galway projects receiving support are:
Kilbannon Group Water Scheme – €450,000.
Peterswell\Castledaly GWS – €254,000
New Inn - Corrabaun Group Water Scheme – €210,316
'This investment will make a big difference for generations to come. Investment like this lays the groundwork for future growth, from building new homes to supporting local development into the future across county Galway.'
Funded by the Local Democracy Reporting Scheme.
