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Springwatch 2025: BBC celebrates 20 years with new locations and spotlight on NI’s rich wildlife
Chris Packham and Michaela Strachan Image: BBC Studios/Olli Hillyer-Riley The BBC’s beloved Springwatch returns to screens on Monday, 26...
May 25, 2025


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, 2025


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, 2025


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, 2025


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, 2025


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, 2025


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, 2025


Minister Muir unveils ‘Farming with Nature’ scheme to enhance sustainability in NI agriculture
DAERA Minister Muir is pictured at the Sustainable Agriculture Programme stand at the Balmoral Show to announce his intention to roll out...
May 15, 2025


Minister Liz Kimmins visits Rathlin Island, praises green energy vision and community-led initiatives
Minister Kimmins is pictured with representatives from the Rathlin Development and Community Association, The Future Island-Island...
May 14, 2025


‘Stop before someone is injured or killed’: Authorities issue urgent wildfire warning across NI
Northern Ireland authorities have issued a stark warning to the public as the risk of wildfires intensifies during a spell of warm and...
May 9, 2025


Causeway Coast and Glens celebrates record beach and marina awards success
L-R: Mark Strong, Coast and Countryside Officer, Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council; Eric Randall, CEO, Keep Northern Ireland...
May 9, 2025


Get closer to nature at Bog Meadows with new self-guided walks from Ulster Wildlife
Visitors to Bog Meadows Nature Reserve can now enjoy a deeper connection with nature thanks to a new series of self-guided walks...
May 8, 2025


Seven new bathing water sites identified for Northern Ireland in 2025
In a significant boost for Northern Ireland’s coastal and inland recreational offerings, DAERA Minister Andrew Muir has announced the...
May 6, 2025


Mournes fires: National Trust warns of lasting damage as new report highlights fragile landscape
The Mourne Mountains, a cherished natural treasure in Northern Ireland, are still reeling from the catastrophic wildfire that scorched...
May 5, 2025


Public urged to act safely and responsibly to reduce wildfire risk
Health Minister Mike Nesbitt and Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs Minister Andrew Muir thanked firefighters and NIFRS support...
May 5, 2025


Mid and East Antrim leads the way with pioneering woodland strategy
The Ecos Nature Park in Ballymena. Image: UAV NI Mid and East Antrim councillors have approved a tree and woodland strategy which urges...
May 4, 2025


Police Air Support join battle against illegal persecution of Peregrine Falcons in Northern Ireland
The Police Service of Northern Ireland (PSNI) has announced a significant development in its efforts to combat wildlife crime, with its...
May 3, 2025


Northern Ireland to lift avian influenza housing measures
In a significant development for poultry farmers and bird keepers across Northern Ireland, DAERA Minister Andrew Muir has confirmed that...
May 2, 2025


Robin Swann MP presses Minister Muir over lack of Bee Inspector in Northern Ireland
South Antrim MP Robin Swann has called on Environment Minister Andrew Muir MLA to explain why no steps have been taken to secure a Bee...
May 1, 2025


Bluebell woods: A Spring spectacle under threat
The enchanting sight of a bluebell wood in full bloom is a quintessential experience in the British Isles, yet this beloved spring...
Apr 29, 2025
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