There are calls for a full-time Garda to be assigned to a West Kerry beach during busy periods. Fine Gael Cllr Seamus Cosaí Fitzgerald

Kerry County Council says water quality at some beaches may deteriorate due to Storm Francis. Adverse weather in recent weeks has led to bathing bans

A ban on bathing and swimming at Waterville Town Beach has been lifted. However, following further water samples, the ban at Fenit beach and diving

Kerry County Council have advised against swimming at White Strand in Caherciveen. The bathing advisory for White Strand was introduced following heavy rainfall. Prior-warning