by ifacountryside | Aug 15, 2024 | Biodiversity, Conservation, countryside, Habitats, Nature, NPWS, Open Seasons, wildlife management
Public Consultation on Wildlife Legislation open from 27 June to 13 September 2024 Upcoming review will include Wildlife Act, European Communities (Birds and Natural Habitats) Regulations 2011 and associated regulations Consultation is the first step in a wide...
by ifacountryside | Jun 5, 2024 | Deer, Deer Hunting, DEER LICENCES, DEER STALKING, NPWS, Open Seasons, wildlife management
First phase of online portal involves processing deer hunting applications for 2024/2025, with more applications to be added over time New system offers significant benefits to users, including greater efficiency and flexibility Development is part of organisational...
by ifacountryside | Jun 5, 2024 | Biodiversity, Conservation, countryside, Nature, NPWS, wildlife management
In recent weeks, staff and visitors at Killarney National Park have been entertained by the iconic sound of unexpected visitors – the Great Spotted Woodpecker. A breeding pair was confirmed for the first time to have produced a small number of chicks in the Park. The...
by ifacountryside | May 21, 2024 | Biodiversity, Conservation, countryside, Habitats, Nature, NPWS, Open Seasons, wildlife management
Extensive Public Consultation on the review of legislation to open in mid-June Review will update legislation to ensure that it protects nature and biodiversity loss Announcement is made during National Biodiversity Week, a ten day celebration of nature and...
by ifacountryside | May 17, 2024 | Angling, Fishing
Applications have opened for experienced angling skippers to catch-and-release Atlantic bluefin tuna as part of a collaborative scientific survey The initiative targets Atlantic bluefin tuna – the world’s largest tuna species – to collect information on...
