Office of Public Works
Caoimhe Harney on 21 Sep 2021
Dexter cattle to graze the grounds of Áras an Uachtaráin
The President is set to host a number of Dexter cattle on the grounds of the residence to help enhance biodiversity.
Amy Forde on 10 Aug 2021
Injunction threatened over Lough Funshinagh flood relief works
Roscommon County Council and the OPW have made no comment on the threat of a legal injunction to flood relief works at Lough Funshinagh.
Niall Hurson on 25 Jul 2021
Watch: saving hay in the Shannon Callows
The Callows farmers have called for one body to be established which will look after the gates along the Shannon, monitoring the river level throughout the year.
Niall Hurson on 16 Jul 2021
Immediate action required to save winter fodder in Shannon Callows - IFA
There has been no opportunity to cut the crops since 1 July, due to very wet weather conditions.
Amy Forde on 10 Jun 2021
Flood relief works at Lough Funshinagh begin
A 2.6km pipeline will be built from Lough Funshinagh to an existing river leading to the Shannon.
Amy Forde on 20 May 2021
OPW to supply overflow pipe to relieve Lough Funshinagh flooding
Starting construction on the overflow pipe now will ensure enough time to lower the water level of the lake in advance of next winter at Lough Funshinagh, the OPW said.
Amy Forde on 29 Jan 2021
Roscommon farmers left high and dry on Lough Funshinagh flooding
Despite a report which found an overflow pipe would eliminate the flood risk around Lough Funshinagh three years ago, there are no plans for further studies to alleviate the flooding.
Niall Hurson on 24 Nov 2020
Callows farmers face rising waters
The group claims that the failure to release water in Ardnacrusha and Parteen in a timely manner has compounded the issue.
Marcella Connolly on 13 May 2020
'The best thing about crafts is you’re never bored'
Gwen Walsh is an Irish milliner who runs a successful business from her studio in Co Kilkenny. She tells Marcella Connolly about starting out, meeting Sabina Higgins and winning awards
Contributor on 04 Mar 2020
Shannon tourism plan an opportunity to address flooding issues
The new tourism masterplan for the Shannon is an opportunity to address farmers' flooding fears, according to the IFA. Lorna Siggins reports.
Marcella Connolly on 13 Jan 2020
Shannon funding is not enough, says IFA chair
Jim O'Connor said that he hopes that the money is not spent on studies before work starts on dredging the Shannon river.
Hannah Quinn-Mulligan on 22 May 2019
Flood risk farmers urged to make submissions
The Department of Culture, Heritage and the Gaeltacht has launched a consultation that takes into account flooded property.
Amy Forde on 20 Dec 2018
Border control posts for live animals, vets and food needed at Ireland’s ports
In the event of a no-deal Brexit, border control posts will be needed at Ireland’s ports for live animals and veterinary checks.
Thomas Hubert on 01 Dec 2018
Plan for flooding before it happens
Widespread rain forecast for the next few days marks the start of proper winter weather, and the Office of Public Works has tips for livestock farmers in case flooding ever hits them.
Paul Mooney on 17 Nov 2018
Shannon pinch points beside 42km of Callows
The 16 underwater obstacles to be removed lie between Athlone and Meelick Quay.
Thomas Hubert on 30 Dec 2017
OPW and Met Éireann staff future flood forecast centre
Plans for a national flood alert system are moving into a practical phase as we enter the second of a five-year project.
Contributor on 19 Jul 2017
IFA news and activities this week
Inspections review needed, no basis for pressure on cattle price, flood funding improvements.
Caitríona Murphy on 01 Feb 2017
Push for farmland flood relief works
The IFA has proposed a total overhaul of the valuation of flood relief works on agricultural land.
Odile Evans on 14 Dec 2016
Shannon to be dredged for the first time in a century
There are plans afoot to dredge the Shannon but there are some obstacles to overcome before the machinery moves in.
Odile Evans on 28 Sep 2016
Submissions to Shannon flood plan call for single management agency
The IFA and ICSA have both called for the establishment of a single management agency of the River Shannon.