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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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At last! A deposit and return scheme for Ireland!
From today, consumers in Carlow and Kilkenny will have a chance to get ‘cash for trash’ when they recycle their used bottles and cans.
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Feb 1, 2024
The new National Biodiversity Action Plan is here!
It's a big day for nature and a big day for me, as today I launch Ireland’s new National Biodiversity Action Plan.
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Jan 25, 2024
Kilkenny Needs a County Museum, say Noonan and Dollard
A change in remit of the Medieval Mile Museum towards a free to enter municipal museum could unlock the full potential of the St Mary's site
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Jan 15, 2024
'Seas off Wexford' - Ireland's newest and biggest SPA
Today I'm announcing 'Seas off Wexford', Ireland's BIGGEST EVER Special Protection Area for birds at 305,000 hectares.
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Jan 11, 2024
€30m investment in protecting breeding waders
Our €30m investment in breeding waders is ready to take flight, with a new Breeding Wader EIP and targeted NPWS conservation measures!
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Dec 13, 2023
€728k top up sports grant for the Watershed
The Watershed has been allocated a further €728k on top of an original €1.4m grant under the Large Scale Sport Infrastructure Fund.
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Dec 6, 2023
A solar revolution for Kilkenny's schools
Schools in Kilkenny will be among the first to be able to apply for free solar panels when the Solar for Schools scheme opens next week.
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Nov 23, 2023
€7 million Community Monuments Fund now open
Today I launched the 2024 Community Monuments Fund to support owners & custodians of heritage buildings protect them for future generations.
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Nov 16, 2023
#Twinning - Wild Nephin, Mayo with world-renowned Yosemite
I was in beautiful Mayo yesterday to announce the Twinning of Wild Nephin National Park with the world-famous Yosemite in California.
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Nov 11, 2023
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
€9 million Built Heritage grant schemes now open!
Today I'm launching two of the key grant schemes available to help to maintain and conserve our built heritage.
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Nov 2, 2023
Full forward to a sustainable Kilkenny
Welcoming a new vision for a climate-resilient, nature-rich and community-orientated Kilkenny, where everyone is welcomed and valued.
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Oct 27, 2023
Heritage Ireland 2030 - a renewed focus on expertise and skills
The need to develop additional expertise and boost skills in the heritage sector took centre stage at the Heritage Ireland 2030 summit.
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Oct 26, 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
The Historic and Archaeological Heritage Bill becomes law
A monumental moment. The Historic & Archaeological Heritage Bill has completed its journey through the Houses and will now become law.
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Oct 12, 2023
Budget ‘24: A €166 Million package for Ireland's Built and Natural Heritage
In a landmark moment for heritage funding, I have today announced a #Budget2024 allocation of €166m for Ireland's built & natural heritage.
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Oct 10, 2023
A new National Park for Ireland!
The Boyne Valley Brú na Bóinne World Heritage National Park is Ireland's seventh National Park and the first to be established in 25 years.
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Sep 30, 2023
Announcing vital conservation support for the Iveagh Markets
We've allocated €9 million to fund essential conservation works and prevent further deterioration of this historic Liberties building.
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Sep 21, 2023
Wellies at the ready... it's time for the Ploughing
I was Ratheniska-bound yesterday for Europe's largest outdoor agricultural event, where conditions were wet but spirits were high!
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Sep 20, 2023
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