by Barbara Killeen | Sep 22, 2022 | Biodiversity, Environment
128 community projects have been funded across all 31 local authorities They include restoration, invasive species management, surveys, education and awareness projects All support the implementation of the National Biodiversity Action Plan, the new draft of which is...
by Barbara Killeen | Sep 22, 2022 | Biodiversity, Conservation, countryside
Irish Corncrake numbers are increasing Farmers praised for their role in 5% population increase CorncrakeLIFE project and Corncrake Grant Scheme having an impact At least 197 calling male corncrakes have been recorded in Ireland in 2022. This represents a 5% increase...
by Barbara Killeen | Aug 30, 2022 | Community, Grants, Rural Development, Rural Economy, Rural Ireland
Each town to receive €100,000 as part of the Streetscape Initiative Projects to include upgrades to building facades, artwork, murals, lighting, street furniture and canopies Investment to help make our rural towns more colourful, vibrant and attractive places Local...
by Barbara Killeen | Aug 25, 2022 | Deer Hunting, NPWS, Open Seasons, wildlife management
The Open Season for wild bird hunting will open on 1 September 2022. Considerable work has been undertaken by NPWS to set out a range of options available for future Open Seasons Order, and a wide ranging consultation with stakeholders and interest groups in relation...
by Barbara Killeen | Aug 12, 2022 | Uncategorized
The National Parks & Wildlife Service (NPWS) has appealed to members of the public to be conscious of the dangers posed by fire and to exercise extreme caution over this high risk period. Recent similar hot weather conditions have seen increased fire activity...
