10 beaches in the South East have been awarded Blue Flags for beach excellence.
Six beaches in Wexford have received the honour, including Curracloe, Courtown, Morriscastle, Rosslare Strand and Ballinesker who all retain the flag they received last year.
For the first time Ballymoney North Strand has received Blue Flag status.
Four beaches in Waterford are also included in the list - Clonea, Councellors Strand, Dunmore Strand and Tramore.
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All four also had Blue Flags last year.
In total 85 Blue Flags were awarded across the country, a drop of one since last year.
