SDCC tops the best performance charts

SOUTH Dublin County Council was recognised as one of the best performing local authorities nationally in the latest Environmental Protection Agency review of local authority environmental enforcement.

The EPA report identified SDCC as one of only three councils to achieve the required standard across all 15 National Enforcement Priorities.

SDCC referred to the dedication of its staff and team members in the protection of public health, support for cleaner communities and safeguarding natural environments.

“This recognition is a testament to the commitment of staff towards effective regulation, inspection, enforcement and environmental protection across the county.”

The work carried out by SDCC, from tackling illegal waste and pollution to supporting cleaner neighbourhoods, better water quality and stronger environmental standards directly impact the quality of life of residents.

SDCC said it plans to “build on this performance, working with communities, businesses and national agencies to protect South Dublin’s environment and support a cleaner, greener and more sustainable county.

Director of Climate Action, Teresa Walsh, Director of Climate Action said:

“We are very pleased to see SDCC recognised as one of the top-performing local authorities in the country for environmental enforcement.

“This achievement reflects our dedication and the professionalism of our staff, the support and commitment of our elected members, and the positive contribution that residents, community groups and businesses make every day to protecting and enhancing our environment.”

 Funded by the Local Democracy Reporting Scheme.