Fianna Fáil TD for Dublin South West John Lahart can confirm that an investigation is underway into the quality of the water serving households in Templeogue, Tallaght and the surrounding areas.
Deputy Lahart made the complaint to Irish Water this morning following concerns raised by constituents who had noticed a foul taste from their tap water.
He commented, “I welcome the fact Irish Water have begun an investigation into the water quality. It is important any investigation is done promptly as currently, there is no notice to residents to avoid consumption of the product.
“I understand a foul taste from the tap water in homes in Tallaght, Templeogue, Greenhills, Saggart, Knocklyon and Ballycullen has been reported. The region of homes reporting this foul taste is vast and very concerning if they were all connected.
“Irish Water has written to me saying “drinking water produced at our water treatment plants serving Dublin is compliant with drinking water regulations and is safe to drink”. However, it is imperative the investigation now underway is completed and customers are notified of its outcome urgently,” concluded Deputy Lahart.