Thomas Gould (Cork North Central, Sinn Fein) | Oireachtas source

Much of the focus earlier was on rural rivers and wetlands but it is important also to examine urban areas. The area I represent, Cork North-Central, contains a number of urban areas, not least around the Glenn river and the Bride river. There is an effect on the wildlife. The Glen River Park is a beautiful area in the middle of an urban area. Every couple of months on Twitter, an issue is raised with respect to the water quality and there might be reports of sewage or green slime in the water. What is the plan to prevent issues such as that arising? They apply not just to the Glen River Park but also to the Bride river and other rivers. I am not sure which of our guests wishes to answer this. How can we eliminate or reduce the issue?