An in-depth study of our coasts and waterways shows just 16 percent are clean.
A study by business group IBAL on litter levels at over 40 beaches, rivers and harbours has found only 1 in 6 were 'clean', while 14% were classed as 'littered' or 'heavily littered'.
IBAL's Connor Horgan says litter which traditionally concerned tourism and business, now has a global significance for our very survival, particularly when it comes to marine litter.
Plans Approved For Bus Corridor Between Bray And Dublin City Centre
Under the plans, traffic management and cycling infrastructure will be improved in both directions.
Date Set For First Meeting Of Bray To Greystones Cliffwalk Taskforce
Tánaiste Simon Harris has set Thursday, 13th February for the inaugural meeting of the Bray to Greystones Cliff Walk Taskforce.
An Bord Pleanála Refuse Planning For New Development At Magheramore Beach
The council first refused the permission on 7 separate grounds.
Gardai Appeal For Information Following Fatal Crash Near Wicklow Border
Two men in their 20s have died in a crash in County Carlow.
68 People Accessed Emergency Accommodation Across Wicklow In December
There's been a slight decrease in the numbers registered as homeless - however more than 14,800 people spent Christmas in emergency accommodation.
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