Great news for a top Dublin landmark.
The Poolbeg chimneys have been one of the most famous landmarks in Dublin for the best part of forty years, like a pair of red and white striped giants.
There were real fears that the ESB were going to get rid of them, as it would have been more cost-effective than repairing and maintaining the two towers.
The company started a review and, following a big public campaign for the chimneys to remain, has now opted to leave them standing as they are.
A company press release said: “The chimneys are a well known landmark in the Dublin skyline, distinguished by their height, as Dublin does not have significant high rise development.
“ESB carries out assessments on the Poolbeg chimneys and early indicators suggest that there are no significant structural issues, however remedial work must be carried out to prevent deterioration.”
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