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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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Rural voters have nothing to fear with Greens in Government, says NoonanÂ
Malcolm Noonan spoke to farmers at the Irish Farmers Association Hustings in Leighlinbridge, Co Carlow.
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Nov 26, 2024
Working together to restore natureÂ
As Ireland’s first Minister for Nature, I have led a transformative agenda for the natural world over the last four and a half years.
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Nov 18, 2024
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
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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Jun 17, 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
Announcing Ireland’s first Marine National Park!
Today I'm launching Ireland’s first Marine National Park - PáÃrc Náisiúnta na Mara, CiarraÃ, with the Conor Pass as its gateway.
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Apr 22, 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 landmark day and a win for nature
Today was a great day for nature and for Europe as the Nature Restoration Law has passed in the Europe Parliament.
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Feb 27, 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
#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
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
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
The return of the Osprey!
The magnificent osprey is reclaiming its space in Irish skies, as our NPWS osprey reintroduction programme gets underway.
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Aug 30, 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
Natterjack toadlet release brings to 1,600 the number released in 2023
I spent a fantastic morning in Kerry yesterday, releasing a further 200 captive-reared natterjack toadlets back into their native habitat.
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Aug 9, 2023
Announcing Ireland's biggest EVER protected area for birds
The new North-West Irish Sea Special Protection Area will be designated under the EU Birds Directive and will cover more than 230k hectares.
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Jul 13, 2023
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