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Rubbish dumped in Ballybrittas
An update has been sought on the installation of CCTV at a number of illegal dumping blackspots in Laois.
Fine Gael Cllr Vivienne Phelan asked in a motion “that this Council provide an update on the possibility and practicality of installing CCTV at illegal dumping blackspots and if the CCTV could be considered for Athy Road, Stradbally, Timahoe Road, Stradbally, Portlaoise Road, Ballybrittas and the environs of the bottle bank at Killenard.”
She praised the work of the litter wardens but said there are a few litter blackspots where CCTV would be beneficial. She said it can be frustrating for residents to continually have to report illegal dumping.
In a written response, Senior Engineer, Adrian Barrett, said: “The Waste Enforcement Section are working preparing the relevant documents (DPIA / SOP’s, Business Case) that are required to enable the use of CCTV and to comply fully with the onerous requirements set out in the Code of Practice. They are working on having the necessary consents in place for the end of Q2 2025 at which time locations will be selected and be brought before the CCTV oversight board for approval.”
Independent Cllr Aidan Mullins seconded the motion and welcomed the Code of Practice. He said the CCTV would be a great deterrent.
The issue was discussed during the December meeting of Portarlington Graiguecullen Municipal District.
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