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Northern Trust leading the way to greener future for health service
Northern Trust staff Jonathan Eady, Stacey McKnight, Naomi Potts, Nigel McIlroy and Kate Agnew. The Northern Health and Social Care Trust...
6 days ago


County Antrim farmer fined for polluting river resulting in death of fish
A County Antrim farmer has been fined £1,500 following a serious pollution incident that resulted in the death of fish and contamination...
Jun 6


Wrightbus in Ballymena builds momentum as London celebrates 2,000 zero-emission buses
Specially wrapped 2000th zero-emission bus, built by Wrightbus in Ballymena A major milestone in the UK’s transition to greener public...
Jun 6


New Bill to transform water and flood management in Northern Ireland
Infrastructure Minister Liz Kimmins has announced plans to bring forward significant legislation aimed at modernising how Northern...
Jun 5


Ahoghill Woodland Park: Community calls for urgent action amid neglect concerns
In the heart of the rural village, Ahoghill Woodland Park, once envisioned as a vibrant community hub, has fallen into a state of...
Jun 4


Wrightbus poised to lead UK’s bus decarbonisation revolution, says MP, Jim Allister
Jim Allister, TUV Party Leader and North Antrim MP In a compelling address to the House of Commons on Monday, 2 June 2025, Jim Allister,...
Jun 3


Northern Ireland joins UK-wide single-use vape ban: A win for health and nature from 1 June 2025
A landmark ban on single-use vapes has come into effect today across the United Kingdom, marking a pivotal moment in the nation’s efforts...
Jun 1


Farmers demand withdrawal of NAP Proposals: “Minister must listen or go,” says TUV MLA
Councillor Christopher Jamieson, Timothy Gaston MLA, Mel Lucas and Councillor Allister Kyle at Wednesday’s event. TUV MLA Timothy Gaston ...
May 31


Mid & East Antrim Council extends vegetable oil fuel trial despite higher costs and break-in setback
Mid and East Antrim councillors have agreed to continue with a trial of hydrogenated vegetable oil (HVO) in a further three vehicles...
May 30


Combined innovations can deliver ammonia reduction of up to 54%, CAFRE research finds
Use of stabilised urea reduces ammonia emissions at the CAFRE Dairy Centre. By Judith McCord, Senior Air Quality Technologist, CAFRE The...
May 29


Countdown begins for the 2025 Active Travel Challenge across Northern Ireland
L-R: Callie Persic, Development Manager at Belfast City Council, Stephen Wilson, Head of Strategic Engagement, Public Health Agency,...
May 28


Avian Influenza Prevention Measures to end in Northern Ireland
The Department of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs (DAERA) has announced the lifting of the Avian Influenza Prevention Zone...
May 27


North Antrim MLA warns Nutrient Action Plan threatens family farms
Inset: North Antrim MLA Colin Crawford In a stark warning to policymakers, North Antrim MLA Colin Crawford has branded the proposed...
May 23


DAERA urges public to protect Northern Ireland’s marine wildlife with new coastal guidance
DAERA Minister Andrew Muir The Department of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs (DAERA) is calling on the public to act...
May 23


Swann calls for greater support for Northern Ireland’s bee population amid DAERA staffing shortage
Northern Ireland’s Environment Minister is facing renewed pressure after confirming that his department is grappling with a shortage of...
May 23


NI Water announces temporary BBQ and open fire ban amid renewed wildfire risk
NI Water has imposed a temporary prohibition on the use of barbeques and open fires across all its publicly accessible sites, including...
May 19


NI Water issues urgent call to prevent herbicide contamination of water supplies
NI Water is urging farmers, gardeners and land managers across Northern Ireland to take extra care when using plant protection products,...
May 18


DAERA warns landowners to control noxious weeds or face penalties
Common Ragwort The Department of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs (DAERA) has issued a formal reminder to farmers and...
May 17


NI Water issues call for public support to save water during extended dry weather
As Northern Ireland enjoys an unusually warm spring, NI Water is urging residents to share water-saving tips with friends and family to...
May 17


Lough Neagh Partnership launches ‘Connected Landscapes’ roadshow to address water quality crisis
The Lough Neagh Partnership has announced a series of public information evenings titled Connected Landscapes: How Your Local River...
May 16
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