AN investigation is to be carried out into fly-tipping in Thomondgate with the twin objectives of identifying the culprits and bringing some measure of relief to local residents who are very angry about the increase in illegal dumping.
AN investigation is to be carried out into fly-tipping in Thomondgate with the twin objectives of identifying the culprits and bringing some measure of relief to local residents who are very angry about the increase in illegal dumping. Former Labour Party councillor and Thomondgate resident Tom Shortt has contacted litter wardens in the Environment Department at Limerick City and County Council who will be undertaking an investigation into the most recent outbreak of dumping in an effort to identify and prosecute whoever is responsible.
“Residents who have paid to have their rubbish disposed of legally are angry and want the dumping stopped, especially as the area is within walking distance of the Treaty Stone.
‘It is embarrassing to see tourists who come into the area to photograph King John’s Castle confronted by this very negative image of Limerick,” said Mr Shortt.
“Two derelict sites that have been approved for social housing should be developed urgently by the local authority to combat illegal dumping,” he added.
Limerick City and County Council confirmed that it has received a complaint about illegal dumping in the Thomondgate area.
“The matter has been assigned to the Domestic Waste and Litter and Cleansing teams who are dealing with the incident. As with all complaints of illegal dumping, council staff investigate each incident to ascertain if there is any evidence of where the litter came from.
“These investigations are followed up by appropriate action such as fines or possible legal proceedings where possible,” a Council spokesman explained.
by Alan Jacques
