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Industrial plants that release emissions into the atmosphere such as bitumen plants and small scale thermal plants must apply to the local authority for a licence.

Local authorities may investigate complaints about air pollution.

Local authorities may provide greenways (trails on land) and blueways (water trails) where people can cycle, hike, walk, paddle, canoe or kayak.

Local authorities may develop and manage websites to promote their areas as great places to live, work, visit, invest and study.

Local authorities regulate the use of solvents by businesses.

Local authorities regulate emissions from fuel tankers, storage tanks and fuel pumps in petrol stations.

Tipperary County Council is the enforcement agency for breaches of the Air Pollution Act 1987 (Solid Fuels) Regulations 2022.

Air pollution is a major environmental risk to health. Air pollution can increase the risk of stroke, heart disease, lung cancer, and both chronic and acute respiratory diseases, including asthma.

Local authorities, together with Fáilte Ireland, may provide financial support to business and community groups to support events and festivals in culture, food, sports and activity based tourism to attract visitors.

Local authorities, together with Fáilte Ireland and Tourism Ireland, may provide information and advice to tourists on locations, opening hours, pricing and directions to local attractions.