January 9th, 2019 The Government’s decision to extend a public consultation on controversial upland burning regulations has been welcomed by an environmental coalition that earlier raised concern over holding the consultation during the Christmas holidays. The draft regulations under the Heritage Act seek to extend the open period for the Read more…
July 5th, 2018 There is no need to beat around the bush on this one. Last night’s passage of the Heritage Bill through the Dail marks a dark day for our wildlife, our biodiversity, and our heritage. The Bill, introduced by the former Minister for Heritage, Heather Humphreys, outlines plans Read more…
June 28th, 2018 A number of upland fires are currently blazing in the Leinster area, with some believed to have been started deliberately, a senior fireman said today. Speaking on RTE Radio One this morning, Dublin Fire Brigade Assistant Chief Fire Officer, Dennis Keeley, told presenter Sean O’Rourke that gorse Read more…
March 12th, 2018 The Minister for Agriculture has issued a firm warning to farmers that they risk prosecution and a cut to financial support if found responsible for any illegal burning during the closed season. It is currently an offence under the Wildlife Act 1976 to burn any vegetation growing Read more…
March 1st, 2018 Environmental groups have stressed that the closed season for scrub-burning and hedgerow-cutting must be respected once the unprecedented snow brought by the Beast from the East lifts. The groups – including BirdWatch Ireland and An Taisce – are calling on landowners, farmers, contractors, and local authorities to Read more…