Uisce Éireann is pleased to confirm that works to repair the damaged subsea water pipeline serving Oileán Ghabhla have been successfully completed, restoring the island’s permanent water supply.
The boil water notice that had been in place since April 2026 has also been lifted following consultation with the Health Service Executive.
The repair of the damaged pipeline involved a complex marine engineering operation supported by specialist contractors and technical experts.
Extensive underwater inspections and surveys were carried out to identify the damaged section of pipeline before specialist marine vessels and diving teams were mobilised to carry out the repair.
Once completed, the pipeline was tested and recommissioned, restoring a permanent water supply to the island and securing a reliable source of drinking water for the local community.
Following the restoration of the permanent supply, extensive sampling and testing were carried out to ensure the water met all required drinking water standards. The results confirmed that the water supply is safe to drink and, following consultation with the HSE, the Boil Water Notice has now been lifted. Customers can resume normal use of their tap water for drinking, food preparation and brushing their teeth.
Damien O’Sullivan of Uisce Éireann said: “We are delighted to confirm that the water supply serving Oileán Ghabhla has been successfully restored and that the Boil Water Notice, which has been in place since April, has now been lifted.
“We know how challenging the last number of months have been for residents and visitors alike.
“I would like to sincerely thank the community on Oileán Ghabhla for their patience, understanding and support throughout this period. We appreciate the cooperation shown by residents while our teams worked to restore a safe, reliable and long-term water supply for the island.”
The Uisce Éireann Customer Contact Centre, open 24/7 on freephone 1800 278 278, is available to answer queries in relation to the lifting of this notice. Further information is available on www.water.ie.
Uisce Éireann is responsible for delivering public drinking water and wastewater services for the people of Ireland. We are committed to enabling communities to thrive by continuously upgrading and developing critical infrastructure to support sustainable growth and development, providing safe drinking water, and enhancing the environment. To find out more visit www.water.ie