May 20th, 2019 Speaking yesterday on the eve of World Bee Day, Michael D Higgins asked the Irish people to …
Irish Rail to reassess hedgecutting policy during nesting season
May 16th, 2019 Irish Rail has updated its vegetation management policy to ensure that site specific risk assessments are carried …
National Biodiversity Week to kick off amid worrying species decline
May 16th, 2019 This weekend marks the start of National Biodiversity Week 2019 to celebrate Irish biodiversity and highlight how …
Kildare Council accused of ‘butchering hedgerows’ during M7 works
May 15th, 2019 A Green Party politician has challenged Kildare County Council over the cutting of hedgerows during the nesting …
Biodiversity’s calming effect on our bodies and minds
May 14th, 2019 National Biodiversity Week 2019 is just around the corner and with over 50 free events taking place …
OPW ‘jeopardising’ marine life in Limerick river
May 14th, 2019 A wildlife conservation group has accused the Office of Public Works (OPW) of destroying the banks of …
Mechanical kelp harvesting challenged in High Court
May 14th, 2019 A legal challenge to Ireland’s first large-scale mechanical seaweed harvesting project in Bantry Bay commenced in the …
Two men found guilty of hedgerow destruction during nesting season
May 14th, 2019 Two men in Co Laois have been found guilty and convicted under the Wildlife Act for hedgerow …
Biodiversity’s vital role in food production system
May 14th, 2019 The vital role played by biodiversity in our food production system is set to be highlighted during …
Greta Thunberg heralds ‘great news’ of Irish climate emergency declaration
Greta Thunberg, Swedish climate activist Photo: European Union / DAINA LE LARDIC