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Recent news & updates
Here, you'll find updates on my progress as Minister of State for Heritage and Electoral Reform and T.D. for Carlow-Kilkenny. Click on the categories below to filter my posts for the issues you're interested in.
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Headstarting curlews - a new initiative to save the species
This week I met some of the conservationists involved in trying to save our curlews, as they prepared 30 ‘headstarted’ chicks for release.
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Jul 26, 2024
A review of wildlife legislation is coming soon
The biggest review of wildlife legislation for a generation will commence shortly. It's vital that the public has their say.
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May 20, 2024
Nature Restoration in Glenveagh National Park
I recently visited Glenveagh National Park in Donegal, where I had the opportunity to witness one of the most ambitious nature...
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Apr 11, 2024
A deal on the Nature Restoration Law - my statement.
Good news from Europe, where the Nature Restoration Law has succeeded in passing yet another milestone on its journey to become law.
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Nov 10, 2023
Society House at Dublin Zoo is now a Centre for Species Survival
Today I opened the new National Centre for Species Survival in the newly refurbished Society House in Dublin Zoo.
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Nov 7, 2023
With a delegation of new responsibilities, I'm now Ireland's first 'Minister for Nature'
In a significant development with my Ministry, I have been delegated new responsibilities following a decision at cabinet this week.
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Oct 25, 2023
Budget '24: A budget for Nature
2023 has been a pivotal year for nature, so it was imperative that we delivered a budget that clearly signaled our intent to take action now
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Oct 11, 2023
More white-tailed eagle chicks spreading their wings!
A further 24 white tailed eagle chicks have been released in Ireland this month, as this once extinct species returns to Irish skies.
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Aug 14, 2023
A crucial vote on the Nature Restoration Law
A good day for nature as the EU Environment Council agrees the General Approach of the Nature Restoration Law.
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Jun 20, 2023
820 farmers reap the rewards of restoring nature
Good news for nature as farmers in the northwest are rewarded with €2.4 million for delivering on-farm results
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May 22, 2023
Young people have their say on biodiversity
It's Earth Day, and it's a historic day for nature and for young people in Ireland. For the first time anywhere in the world, children...
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Apr 22, 2023
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