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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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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Jul 5
New social housing development approved for Kilkenny
The Department of Housing has announced today a €12.5m investment for 40 social housing units in Kilkenny.
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Jun 17
At last! Nature Restoration Law finally approved!
Incredible news from Luxembourg today where the Nature Restoration Law has finally been approved at a meeting of the EU Environment Council.
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May 30
Later evening train announced for Kilkenny
I delighted today to share the news that Carlow and Kilkenny will soon be serviced by a later evening train and enjoy an additional...
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May 23
Sister act - a landmark agreement between Wild Nephin and Yosemite
Today marks the beginning of a Sister Park agreement between Wild Nephin National Park in Mayo and Yosemite National Park in California.
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May 23
€200,000 for Kilkenny under strand one of THRIVE fund
Kilkenny is one of 26 town centres set to benefit from up to €200k funding under THRIVE: the Town Centre First Heritage Revival Scheme.
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May 19
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 16
€2.7 million for local biodiversity projects in 2024 LBAF
I've announced our €2.7 million Local Biodiversity Action Fund today, with €181,000 for projects in Carlow and Kilkenny.
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May 9
Carlow Kilkenny sports clubs benefit from record sports funding
There's fantastic news for local sports this morning as almost €1 million in sports equipment grants is headed to a range of sports clubs...
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Apr 21
Announcing Ireland’s first Marine National Park!
Today I'm launching Ireland’s first Marine National Park - Páírc Náisiúnta na Mara, Ciarraí, with the Conor Pass as its gateway.
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Apr 17
Free hot meals in 30 more Carlow-Kilkenny Schools
Children in 20 more schools in Kilkenny and 10 more schools in Carlow are set to receive free meals as part of the expansion of the Hot...
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Apr 13
Community monuments to get €7.4 million in 2024
Today I announced the recipients of our 2024 Community Monuments Fund - providing vital conservation funding of €7.4 million to 140...
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Apr 11
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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Mar 28
Funding for Kilkenny and Carlow outdoor recreation projects
Kilkenny and Carlow are set to benefit from €380,000 in funding for 14 outdoor recreational projects. This is part of the Outdoor...
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Mar 22
World Water Day: €1.2m for water quality projects
The Community Water Development fund supports the grassroots work of local communities and volunteer groups in improving water quality.
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Mar 14
€9 million in built heritage grants announced today!
677 heritage projects will benefit from €9 million this year under the Built Heritage Investment Scheme and Historic Structures Fund.
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Mar 12
Nestflix: a new live stream for nature lovers!
The National Parks & Wildlife Service has launched new livestreams featuring two chough pairs as they begin their nesting season.
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Mar 7
Farming for Water fund to improve water quality
I spent this morning on the banks of Lough Ennell, at the Westmeath farm of Róisín and David Fay, where myself, Minister for Agricultutre...
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Mar 6
€34m SNaP to transform our approach to biodiversity data
I’ve just announced a new €34m Strategic Nature Project (SNaP) to transform Ireland’s approach to biodiversity data and enable us to...
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Mar 4
Community Biodiversity Grants for Thomastown, Tullahought and Tullow
I've just announced 78 Community Biodiversity Grants across Ireland including funding to regenerate an 11-acre nature reserve on an...
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