Biodiversity
Local concerns ‘dismissed’ as Government gives go-ahead for large-scale seaweed harvesting in Bantry Bay
December 12th, 2017 The Government has given final approval for a contentious large-scale kelp harvesting project in Bantry Bay despite strong opposition from local residents. The license granted to Tralee-based biotechnology company BioAtlantis covers an area of 1,822 acres along the Beara and Sheep’s Head peninsulas. It is set to be Read more…
