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Northern Ireland gets more than 40% of its drinking water from Lough Neagh. In recent years blooms of toxic blue green algae have been appearing in Lough Neagh. The cause of the blue green algae is debated but many believe that it is caused by pollution and is exacerbated by the lack of effective oversight from Government agencies.

Reports of animal deaths and people becoming ill following exposure to the blue green algae are widespread. The livelihoods of fisherman have been threatened and there is ongoing concern in relation to the safety of the drinking water which comes from Lough Neagh.

Thousands have been affected by the ongoing issues with Lough Neagh and many are seeking answers and accountability from the relevant authorities who have responsibility for Lough Neagh.

Legal action

We have been instructed by a broad spectrum of concerned groups and individuals who are united in the view that urgent action is required by the relevant authorities to address what has been described as a public health emergency in Lough Neagh.