Vision for Dundalk bay rivers, an area of special conservation

A new vision for Dundalk Bay will be the focus of a special meeting taking place in the Blackrock Haggardstown Community Centre, Sandy Lane, on February 1st at 8pm.

The initiative which is being led by the Local Authority Water and Communities Office is liasing with Dundalk Bay coastal communities, getting input from them as to what vision they have for Dundalk Bay into the future.

‘As a Special Area of Conservation, it is economically important for shellfish and has a long-standing tourism heritage but what do local residents wish to see happen to protect and develop their coastal area into the future?’ said Gretta McCarron, Community Water Officer.

Some of the actions needed which have already been called for include the need for cleaner water, and better access to rivers.

Calls for no raw sewage or industrial discharge going into rivers have been made, along with the need for better management of septic tanks.

But these are only some of the issues raised to date, and organisers are hoping for further contributions.

‘If you have a contribution to make on this topic please do come along on the evening,’ said Gretta.

‘ This is a free event and all are welcome. Pass on the invitation to anyone who you think would be interested in coming along.’