EC takes Ireland to court for wastewater infrastructure upgrade failure

摘要

The EC is taking Ireland to the EU Court of Justice for failing to ensure that urban wastewater in 38 towns and cities across the country is adequately collected and treated to prevent serious risks to human health and the environment. Under EU law (Council Directive 91/271/EEC), towns and cities are required to collect and treat their urban wastewater, as untreated wastewater can put human health at risk and cause pollution.