Hosepipe ban could extend to Kilkenny this week

Irish Water is expected to extend the hosepipe ban to parts of Kilkenny as well as Limerick and Laois this week.

The measure, which bans the non-essential use of water, has been in place in the Greater Dublin Area since yesterday morning as supplies remain under pressure from the heatwave.

According to the Irish Independent, Irish Water is also due to decide tomorrow if they'll take a tough stance on enforcing the water conservation order.

Anyone who breaks the hosepipe ban could face prosecution or a 125 euro fine.