We are continuing our deep dive into some of the aspects of the proposed program for government and today we want to discuss water- namely public drinking water. It’s the norm in many other countries but can be a rare sight in Ireland.
The program for government commits to developing: “a scheme between local authorities and Irish Water to provide drinking water fountains nationwide to reduce plastic bottle litter.”
So is this needed and how best could it be introduced?
Ivan was joined by Frank McDonald, former environment editor of the Irish Times and Mindy O’Brien Coordinator at VOICE of Irish Concern for the Environment.
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