A Kildare-based councillor has criticised the presence of an illegal encampment and dumping at a site located just outside of Newbridge.

placeholder image — A Kildare-based councillor has criticised the presence of an illegal encampment and dumping at a site located just outside of Newbridge.

PHOTOS: Kildare councillor hits out at presence of illegal encampment and dumping near Newbridge

By Ciarán Mather

Published 11th Mar 2024, 11:18 GMT

The criticism was made by a local Fine Gael representative

Fine Gael Cllr Peggy O'Dwyer sent in images to the Leinster Leader showing the encampment near the Lidl Distribution Centre.

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Fine Gael Cllr Peggy O'Dwyer sent in images to the Leinster Leader showing the encampment near the Lidl Distribution Centre.

She has raised the issue surrounding the presence of illegal encampments at this area in the past.

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She has raised the issue surrounding the presence of illegal encampments at this area in the past.

"Kildare County Councul should not be responsible to inherit this situation once the Taking In Charge process is complete."

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"Kildare County Councul should not be responsible to inherit this situation once the Taking In Charge process is complete."

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