News - Save Leitrim
Hopes new forestry minister will address local issues
Michael Healy-Rae's departure announcement yesterday means a fourth minister for forestry will be appointed in six years.
Apr 15, 2026 13:32
It could be 2027 before Storm Éowyn clean-up is finished
Among the worst areas was the Shannonside region with some homes, farms and businesses without power for over three weeks.
Jan 22, 2026 14:04
Discrepancies highlighted in new forestry scheme
Up to €55m will be available to private forestry owners affected by Storms Darragh and Éowyn.
Dec 11, 2025 13:16
Local group demand actions following Storm Amy
Local residents continue clean-up efforts as authorities will look to assess the full extent of the storm's impact.
Oct 8, 2025 08:19
Minister faces local criticism over support for fracked gas project
The Save Leitrim group says if the Shannon LNG project goes ahead it would have devastating consequences.
Aug 21, 2025 13:15
New afforestation plans will damage rural communities says local group
It's causing as many problems as it solves according to the Save Leitrim Group.
Aug 3, 2023 13:31
Dail Committee hears excess afforestation 'driving communities into the ground'
Reps from the Save Groups spoke at a special Dail meeting earlier this month.
Apr 20, 2022 13:45
'Save Leitrim' hope public consultation on forestry policy will lead to change
The government is to canvass the public's thoughts on forestry as part of a new national programme.
Jan 6, 2022 11:52
Save Leitrim urges people to remember impact of forestry during 'Heritage Week'
The Save Leitrim group feel Heritage Week should reflect more of what has been lost df due to government policies
Aug 17, 2021 13:37
Save Leitrim launches High Court challenge against Sitka spruce development near Dromahair
Save Leitrim has launched a High Court challenge against a decision to allow what it claims is an "alien species" of tree to be planted
Aug 12, 2020 17:48Shannonside Newsletter
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